Construction Stormwater Lead (TPS4)

State of Washington Dept. of Transportation; Tumwater (WA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote work options

Paid leave and holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Washington State Department of Transportation is seeking a Transportation Planning Specialist 4 to lead construction stormwater and erosion control initiatives in Tumwater, WA. You will provide statewide technical leadership, coordinate training, and support complex projects while ensuring permit compliance and environmentally responsible solutions.

The role requires state regulatory expertise, strong reporting skills, and the ability to work with regulators, consultants, and project teams.

Qualifications

• Professional-level knowledge of environmental laws, regulations, policies, and procedures affecting transportation or large infrastructure projects.
• Experience preparing professional reports with short timelines and data-driven recommendations.
• Ability to build long-term, cross-disciplinary relationships with regulators, agencies, and contractors.
• Strong translation of environmental requirements into clear, actionable guidance.
• Experience designing and delivering training programs for the workforce.
• Ability to independently plan and manage multiple projects to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with standard technology tools and safe work practices in office/field settings.
• Ability to operate a state vehicle legally and safely.
• Demonstrated commitment to learning and growth.
• Demonstrated service orientation and willingness to meet others' needs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical expert on construction stormwater permits and erosion control.
• Conduct annual erosion control assessments and prepare trend analyses.
• Review plans, manuals, and documentation for erosion and sediment control.
• Lead interdisciplinary meetings with regulators, clients, and contractors.
• Represent WSDOT in workgroups and forums on stormwater best practices.
• Develop and maintain specifications, manuals, and templates for stormwater controls.
• Identify compliance gaps and drive improvements.
• Design and deliver workforce training, including required CESCL training.
• Coordinate with Ecology on related requirements and certifications.
• Prepare technical reports and support consultant agreements and policy analysis.

Skills

Environmental Regulatory Expertise

Technical Reporting

Collaboration

Communication & Facilitation

Training & Workforce Development

Project Management

Technology & Safety Practices

Legal & Safe Vehicle Operation

Growth Mindset

Service-Oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

CESCL or related certification

Job description

About WSDOT

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is seeking a Transportation Planning Specialist 4 to serve as the agency's Construction Stormwater Lead within the Environmental Services Office in Tumwater, WA. This position provides statewide technical leadership in construction stormwater management and erosion and sediment control, helping WSDOT meet environmental permit requirements while supporting successful transportation project delivery.

In this role, you will provide required training, annual site assessments, and coordination on complex issues related to construction stormwater pollution prevention, erosion and sediment control risks and best management practices as well as technical expertise, analysis, recommendations, and policy support related to stormwater and erosion control for the department This is an opportunity to influence how construction stormwater and erosion control practices are implemented across WSDOT while helping advance practical, effective, and environmentally responsible solutions.

What to Expect

• Serve as WSDOT's technical expert on construction stormwater, erosion and sediment control, and applicable state and federal construction stormwater permits.
• Conduct annual erosion control assessments, evaluate project risks, prepare reports, identify trends, and recommend actions to prevent construction stormwater pollution.
• Provide technical support to construction, project, and regional staff and review erosion and sediment control plans, specifications, manuals, and related documentation.
• Lead interdisciplinary meetings with regulators, public agencies, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders to address complex stormwater and erosion control challenges and develop solutions.
• Represent WSDOT on internal and external workgroups, committees, and technical forums and participate in discussions regarding construction stormwater compliance and best management practices.
• Coordinate the development and maintenance of WSDOT specifications, manuals, policies, guidance, procedures, and templates related to construction stormwater and erosion and sediment control.
• Identify compliance challenges and policy gaps and lead interdisciplinary efforts to develop recommendations and improvements.
• Design, develop, coordinate, and deliver workforce training through in-person, virtual, and online formats, including required erosion and sediment control training.
• Support CESCL training and certification activities and coordinate with the Washington State Department of Ecology on related requirements.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations, support consultant agreements, and conduct legislative, regulatory, and policy analysis related to construction stormwater management.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, the following competencies are required:

• Environmental Regulatory Expertise: Professional-level knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental laws, regulations, policies, and procedures affecting transportation or large infrastructure projects.
• Technical Reporting and Analysis: Experience preparing professional reports with short timelines and reviewing, researching, evaluating, and drawing conclusions from data to support recommendations.
• Collaboration and Relationship Building: Experience developing and maintaining effective, positive, long-term working relationships across multidisciplinary teams, leadership, contractors, partner agencies, and regulators based on trust and common understanding.
• Communication and Facilitation: Demonstrated proficiency in translating complex environmental requirements into clear, concise, and tactful correspondence, and facilitating meetings with clarity, professionalism, and respect for diverse perspectives.
• Training and Workforce Development: Experience designing and delivering effective training programs, presentations, and educational material that is tailored to workforce needs.
• Project Management: Experience independently planning, prioritizing, and managing multiple projects to deliver work activities on time.
• Technology and Safety Practices: Experience using standard technology tools and maintaining safe work practices in office and field environments.
• Legal & Safe Vehicle Operation: Proficient in operating a state vehicle in a legal and safe manner as required for job duties.
• Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
• Service-Oriented: Demonstrates a willingness to take action to meet the needs of others.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also demonstrate:

• Construction Stormwater Expertise: Experience interpreting and applying construction stormwater management regulations and standards as well as erosion and sediment control best management practices and policies. In depth understanding of the NPDES Municipal Stormwater Permit, CSWGP, and CGP.
• Advanced Professional Practice in Environmental Policy: Demonstrated professional-level experience leading or coordinating the development of environmental policy, guidance, manuals, or procedural documents across multiple projects or disciplines.
• Field Assessment and Risk Management: Experience evaluating project risks, performing site inspections, and collaborating with project teams and contractors on environmental documentation, permit implementation, and choosing and installing TESC best management practices (BMPs) on construction sites.
• Negotiation: Experience with multiagency negotiation and collaboration, problem-solving complex and controversial issues.
• Leadership: Demonstrated proficiency working independently and in teams, addressing challenging or sensitive topics constructively while maintaining engagement to support project and program success, and influencing others without direct line authority.
• Professional Certification: Current Certified Erosion and Sediment Control (CESCL) certification, Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC), or other related certification, or ability to earn certification within six months.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov

Why WSDOT

• Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including telework options for eligible positions.
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees mayearn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• PlanFor Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

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Contact Us

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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.