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Department of Ecology Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation (CAFO) Compliance Specialist (Environmental Specialist 4) in Lacey, Washington
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Water Quality Program *within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a *Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation (CAFO) Compliance Specialist (Environmental Specialist 4) position. This position is located* in our *Headquarters Office in* *Lacey, WA.{rel="nofollow"} Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
In this dynamic position, you will oversee and enforce compliance with water quality laws and regulations, focusing specifically on Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation (CAFO) general permit coverage. As part of the General Permit Unit within the Water Quality Program's Permit and Technical Services Section, you will join the team responsible for managing compliance for over 20 stormwater and wastewater general permits. You will develop a deep understanding of the CAFO permit and become a subject matter expert as you coordinate complex compliance and enforcement activities across regions, working closely with the Department of Agriculture. Tracking the status and progress of compliance actions, you will ensure timely progress and completion of all required activities. This role offers a varied work experience, allowing you to collaborate with different people and groups with a mix of time out in the field and in the office.
*Agency Mission: *Ecology's mission is to protect, preserve and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
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Program Mission: *The mission of the Water Quality Program is to ensure that all aquatic life and communities in the watershed experience cool, clean water to refresh and sustain us in a changing climate. *Telework options for this position: *This position will be eligible for up to a 90% telework schedule with the expectation of working in the office one day every two weeks. *Applicants with questions about position location options, telework, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in "other information." Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
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Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled; we will review applications on September 9, 2024. To be considered, please submit an application on or before September 8, 2024. If your application isn't received by this date, it may not be considered. The agency reserves the right to make a Hire any time after the initial screening date.
Please Note: We will review all applications received before the date above. Additional reviews after this date typically only occur if we have a small applicant pool, or if a successful Hire was not made.
Ecology employees may be eligible for the following:
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