Facilities and Emergency Management

State of Washington; Olympia (WA); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Telework opportunities

Training & Development

Public service loan forgiveness

Job summary

The Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) seeks to hire a Facilities and Emergency Management Manager in Washington State’s Tumwater office. You will lead facilities, lease negotiations, major procurements, and emergency preparedness across seven worksites to ensure safe, compliant, and resilient operations.

Important duties include directing emergency management, workforce safety, fleet operations, and strategic planning to align with budget priorities and agency growth.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license and be qualified to drive a state vehicle.
• Five years of professional level experience applying facility planning, lease negotiations, project management, and space use techniques.
• Three years of experience applying state procurement laws and guidelines.
• Expert level knowledge of facility planning, project supervision, scheduling and control, including space use techniques of interiors.
• State purchasing guidelines related to procurement purchase requirements and bid processes.
• State and local zoning & building codes, leasing contract regulations and safe workplace management.
• Emergency management and disaster preparedness planning, principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead facilities management and strategic planning for seven worksites, including lease negotiations, space utilization, maintenance, tenant improvements, remodeling, and construction projects.
• Manage major procurements and vendor contracts for facilities, equipment, services, ensuring compliance with state laws and policies.
• Direct agency emergency management and business continuity programs, including preparedness, disaster response, continuity of operations planning, and coordination with partners.
• Oversee workplace safety, building security, and emergency systems to support safe environments and ongoing operations during disruptions.
• Manage the agency motor pool and driver safety program, including vehicle procurement, fleet maintenance, and safety requirements.
• Lead facilities and resource planning by analyzing current and future workspace needs and advising on costs and strategic solutions.
• Oversee asset inventory and accountability, ensuring accurate records and audits.
• Supervise and develop staff, set performance expectations, and foster a collaborative environment.
• Advise executive leadership on facilities strategy, major acquisitions, emergency preparedness, and operational decisions.
• Coordinate with internal teams and partners to meet agency needs and support OIC’s mission.

Skills

Driver's license

Facilities management

Facility planning

Lease negotiations

Project management

Procurement laws

Zoning & building codes

Emergency management

Disaster preparedness

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree in facilities management or related field

Job description

Make a Difference: Protect Consumers & Join Our Dynamic Team!

The Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) seeks a qualified individual for the Facilities and Emergency Management (WMS2) position. This role is within the Operations Division and is based out of our Tumwater Office.

We are an employer of choice! Here’s why:

• Meaningful work: Ensure a healthy insurance market & protect Washington consumers.
• Impactful career: Make a daily difference in the lives of countless Washingtonians.
• Small agency, big opportunities: Gain a holistic understanding of our mission and build strong relationships with colleagues.
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion: OIC is committed to ensuring that all employees enjoy a respectful, safe, and supportive working environment - by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures, and attributes.

About The Position

Help build a safer, more resilient Washington. Behind every effort to protect Washington consumers is a team of people, resources, and systems working together to serve the public. As the Facilities and Emergency Management Manager with the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC), you’ll lead the essential operations that keep our agency running and ready to respond when it matters most.

In this strategic leadership role, you’ll oversee facilities and lease management across seven worksites, major procurements, agency fleet operations, workplace safety, and emergency preparedness and response. You’ll collaborate with agency leaders, state and local government partners, vendors, and other stakeholders to create safe, efficient work environments, plan for future agency needs, future relocation, and strengthen our ability to respond to emergencies and disasters.

Your leadership will have an impact far beyond our buildings. By ensuring our people have the facilities, equipment, and resources they need—and by preparing our agency to maintain critical services during disruptions—you’ll help OIC continue its mission to protect consumers, the public interest, and Washington’s economy through fair and efficient regulation of the insurance industry.

If you’re a strategic thinker, skilled negotiator, and collaborative leader who thrives on solving complex challenges and making a meaningful difference, we invite you to bring your expertise to a role where your work supports every employee and helps protect people across Washington.

This is a Washington Management Service position. The annual salary range for this position is $72,420 - $132,924 (WMS Band II).

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive benefits package: Health, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave (vacation, sick, etc.) and much more!
• Supportive work environment: We value diversity, professional growth, and collaborative atmosphere.
• Wellness programs: Invest in your well-being with on-site resources and initiatives.
• Work-life balance: Flexible schedules with telework opportunities.
• Public service fulfillment: Contribute to a cause that matters and feel the satisfaction of serving the public good.
• Training & Development: Continuously learn and grow with tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and other programs.
• Free parking (Tumwater) & Public transportation pass (Thurston County): Save on commuting costs.
• And more! Explore our website for additional benefits: https://www.insurance.wa.gov

Duties

• Lead facilities management and strategic planning for OIC’s seven worksites, including lease negotiations, space utilization, maintenance, tenant improvements, remodeling, and construction projects.
• Manage major procurements and vendor contracts for facilities, equipment, purchased services, and other agency needs, ensuring compliance with state procurement laws, policies, and requirements.
• Direct agency emergency management and business continuity programs, including emergency preparedness, disaster response, continuity of operations planning, and coordination with state, local, and federal partners.
• Oversee workplace safety, building security, and emergency systems to support safe working environments and maintain critical agency operations during emergencies and disruptions.
• Manage the agency motor pool and driver safety program, including vehicle procurement, fleet maintenance, usage compliance, and employee driver safety requirements.
• Lead facilities and resource planning by analyzing current and future workspace needs, evaluating costs, and recommending strategic solutions that support agency growth, efficiency, and budget priorities.
• Oversee agency asset inventory and accountability, ensuring accurate records, compliance with statewide requirements, and completion of required audits and reporting.
• Supervise and develop staff by setting performance expectations, coordinating assignments, supporting professional development, and fostering a collaborative, accountable work environment.
• Advise executive leadership on facilities strategy, major acquisitions, emergency preparedness, risk mitigation, and operational decisions that affect the agency’s ability to deliver essential services.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure facilities, equipment, security systems, and operational resources meet agency needs and support OIC’s mission to protect Washington consumers and the public interest.

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license and be qualified to drive a state vehicle
• Five years of professional level experience* applying principles and practice of facility planning, lease negotiations, project management including physical space needs programming, economic analysis, and space use techniques of interiors and implementing established space use guidelines and procedures.
• Three years of experience applying state procurement laws and guidelines. (Degree equivalency may not be substituted for this experience)
• Expert level knowledge of: Principles and practice of facility planning, project supervision, scheduling and control, including physical space needs programming, economic analysis, and space use techniques of interiors and implementing established space use guidelines and procedures.
• State purchasing guidelines related to procurement purchase requirements, bid process, mandatory and convenience contracts.
• State and local zoning & building codes, leasing contract regulations and safe workplace management.
• Emergency management and disaster preparedness planning, principles and practices.

Academic Degree Equivalency Chart

Associate’s Degree

2 years of experience

Bachelor’s Degree

4 years of experience

Master’s Degree

5 years of experience

• A degree in Business Administration, Facilities Management, Energy & Safety Management or related field from an accredited institution whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council of Higher Education Accreditation, or a foreign equivalent may be substituted for relevant experience. Proof of degree may be required prior to employment. If a degree was awarded outside of the United States, candidates must provide a credential evaluation report.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications

• Experience managing remodeling and tenant improvement projects.
• Successful completion of Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) or similar training.
• Successful completion of a project management certification or facilities management certification program.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre‑tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Full-time and part‑time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full‑time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part‑time employees who is in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro‑rated basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full‑time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Full‑time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full‑time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part‑time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full‑time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Full‑time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full‑time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part‑time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro‑rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full‑time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump‑sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026