Cap-and-Invest Emissions-Intensive Trade-Exposed Industries (Environmental Planner 5)

IAP2 USA; Brighton (CO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent environmental agency is seeking a Senior Environmental Planner for its Cap-and-Invest Program. The role involves leading expertise in emissions-intensive and trade-exposed industries, as well as coordinating policy design and guidance. This project-based position offers a high chance of renewal and supports flexible work arrangements. Located in Washington, the role requires proximity to the headquarters.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the agency’s lead expert in emissions-intensive and trade-exposed industries.
• Coordinate the design and development of key policies and guidance.

Job description

Overview

Cap-and-Invest Emissions-Intensive Trade-Exposed Industries (Environmental Planner 5) – Senior Environmental Planner, Cap-and-Invest Program and Emissions-Intensive Trade-Exposed Industries (In-Training) position.

This position will be located at our Headquarters Building in Lacey, WA. Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.

The Air Quality Program (AQP) mission is to protect and improve air quality in Washington and to protect our State’s environment for current and future generations. Washington’s Climate Commitment Act (CCA) directs Ecology to develop and implement the state’s first Cap-and-Invest Program and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 95% by 2050.

The Cap-and-Invest program is a state-wide initiative with significant long-term impacts. The AQP’s CCA Implementation Group is actively building the program and seeking mission-focused professionals to help bring this legislation to life.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the agency’s lead expert in emissions-intensive and trade-exposed industries (EITEs) as part of the State’s Cap-and-Invest program.
• Coordinate the design and development of key policies and guidance on EITEs and the auction and market program.

Project Details

• This is a project position funded until June 2027 with a high probability of renewal beyond the bi-annual budget.
• During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees work a combination of in-office and telework based on position and business need. The agency is updating telework and flexible/schedule policies.
• Applicants should contact the listed position contact about location options, telework, and flexible or compressed schedules.

Application Timeline

• Open until filled.
• Initial screening date: November 4, 2022.
• To be considered for initial screening, submit an application on or before November 3, 2022.
• The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.