Senior Environmental Management Specialist bei Port of Seattle

Salary offers will be made within the posted range. Placement within the range will be determined based on your similar work experience. The Port considers work experience to be similar if the scope and level of responsibility of your prior positions match the job being offered.

As a Senior Environmental Management Specialist, you will work under general supervision to provide solutions to moderately complex environmental issues that require data analysis and evaluation of identifiable factors. You will independently conduct inspections, reviews, and research; and compile and analyze data to support annual metrics, tracking, reporting, and progress toward goals. As part of the Maritime Environment & Sustainability (ME&S) Planning and Permitting Team, you will secure required local, state, and federal approvals for capital and expense projects, while serving as a liaison with Port business units, regulatory agencies, tribes, interested parties, and the public. You will also support sustainability goals, planning studies, regulatory advocacy, and other initiatives that advance the Port’s vision to be the greenest Port in North America.

• You will support environmental analyses required for SEPA/NEPA reviews by developing scopes, schedules, and budgets of environmental studies; summarizing and analyzing findings; and conveying technical recommendations to Port staff, with guidance from Environmental Managers.

• You will prepare permit applications for routine construction projects and manage permit approval in coordination with regulatory agencies such as the Corps of Engineers, City of Seattle, and the State Departments of Ecology, Fish and Wildlife, and Natural Resources.

• You will coordinate and oversee consultant support for environmental reviews and permits review deliverables, and manage consultant scope, schedule, and budget.

• You will incorporate sustainability and equitable development principles into project planning and design through the Sustainable Evaluation Framework and ensure these elements are reflected in final project designs, with support from Environmental Managers.

• You will evaluate proposed actions, identify potential environmental impacts, determine the level of environmental review and permitting required, and review design plans and specifications with Environmental Manager support.

• You will stay current on applicable environmental regulations, permits, and policies, and communicate key updates and recommendations to Environmental Managers, Project Managers, Engineers, and other interested parties.

• You will deliver presentations on environmental and sustainability topics to Port employees, interested parties, and members of the public.

• You will develop educational materials and train internal teams, tenants, agencies, and interested parties on environmental programs and initiatives to ensure understanding and compliance.

• You will support the project and program budget management and development and assist with grant compliance and reporting requirements.

• You will coordinate contract management with the Department Contract Specialist and Central Procurement Office by supporting contract amendments, service directives, and invoice approvals.

• Experienced – You have two (2) years of environmental and/or sustainability experience.

• Desired – We hope you have a bachelor’s degree in environmental or physical sciences, engineering, economics, environmental management, planning or policy. We hope you have a certification, such as a Professional Geologist, Registered Architect, American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), LEED Accredited Professional (LEED-AP), Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Environmental Professional (CEP) or Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS).

• Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.

• Proficient – You possess intermediate knowledge in environmental management, including relevant theories, principles, and techniques. Familiar with local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., SEPA/NEPA, MTCA, CERCLA, DOE, ESA, NPDES, CAA, Noise, Cleanup). Experienced with environmental projects and programs, construction operations, engineering methods, project and contract management. Proficient in environmental analysis, research methods, QA/QC, data reporting, and sustainability practices.

• Efficient Communicator – You have well-developed verbal and written communication skills including negotiation and presentation skills. You can also explain complex technical data to diverse audiences and can establish and maintain effective professional relationships with internal and external customers.

• Analytical – You possess well-developed research, analysis and problem-solving skills. You can also collect, analyze and interpret complex environmental data and are proficient in the use of spreadsheet and database software applications.

• Program Management – You can plan, coordinate and manage a variety of complex environmental project/ program functions and activities. You can also assess complex environmental issues and participate in the development of strategic, innovative or unprecedented resolutions.

• Work Schedule – Your normal work schedule will be Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (40 hours per week). Slightly more flexible start and end times are available in this role. You may be required to work during emergencies.

• Work Environment - This work will take place in a hybrid/in-office setting at Management’s discretion.

• Washington State Residency Requirement – Employees must establish a residence in Washington state within 30 days of their first day of employment and must maintain a residence in Washington State during their employment with the Port of Seattle. If a position is eligible to telework, work performed while teleworking must be performed in Washington State.

• Safety Requirements – You will be required to comply with all work rules, safety, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.

• Security Requirements – As the successful candidate, you must be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).

The Port of Seattle offers an extensive benefits package that rewards our staff for their valuable contributions towards the Port‘s mission. In addition to the summary below, benefit details for non-represented positions can be found on the Port of Seattle‘s website. If the position is represented by a union, please refer to the “Collective Bargaining Agreement” or contact the appropriate Union Representative for specific information related to benefits and eligibility.

• Healthcare – Medical, Dental, and Vision Care with options that work for you and your family.
• Paid Vacation – Just about four weeks per year that increases with tenure to rest and rejuvenate.
• Paid Sick Leave – At least one hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
• Holidays – More than ten days per year to celebrate with family and friends away from work.
• Pension/Retirement Plans – A pension and additional savings plans to prepare for your future after the Port.
• Getting to Work – From subsidized parking and a low-cost public transit card to alternative work arrangements giving you an opportunity to work hybrid.
• Parental Leave – Six weeks of paid leave to spend with new additions to your immediate family.
• Development – From tuition reimbursement, training, stretch assignments and internal internships, we support a learning culture.
• Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion – The Port of Seattle values diversity as a source of innovation and strength. We are actively working across the organization to create a culture where all employees – regardless of race, gender, and other identities – succeed and reach their fullest potential.
• Work-Life Balance – We provide the resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced.
• Mission Driven – We are focused together in promoting economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce, and job creation in an equitable, accountable, and environmentally responsible manner.

Every role at the Port of Seattle is vital to our thriving community. We are a leader in moving people and cargo across the country and around the world. With facilities and property ranging in scope from a half-acre park to one of the largest airports and container terminals on the West Coast, we maximize the public assets in our portfolio with an eye toward best uses and environmental sustainability. Find out more here.

Our vision is to create a Port that mirrors – throughout its breadth of operations and services and within its leadership – the diversity of our communities, instill principles of equity into its culture, and ensures a fair and intentional distribution of opportunities to expand economic develop and quality of life for all in our region. Find out more about how our values RAISE us up and our commitment to equity.