Legislative and Performance Management Analyst (Management Analyst 3)

Washington State Department of Ecology; Lacey (WA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Flexible schedule

In-office two days per week

Job summary

Washington State Department of Ecology seeks a Legislative and Performance Management Analyst to support engagement with the State Legislature and govern internal performance tools. You will work with the Governmental Relations Director and agency leaders to advance Ecology’s strategic agenda through bill tracking, analyses, and clear communications.

You will design workflows, manage documentation, and collaborate across teams to ensure timely analyses and high-quality materials shared with

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Legislative Process and ability to support tracking, analysis, and agency engagement with the Legislature.
• Clear and respectful communication to ensure understanding and action.
• Ability to review policies, laws, and data to inform decisions.
• Ability to create and refine written materials for clarity and consistency.
• Ability to organize, track, and improve work processes.
• Ability to build positive working relationships to support cooperation and information sharing.

Responsibilities

• Establish and implement agency-wide processes for legislative work (bill tracking, review/analysis, reports, disclosures).
• Develop workflows to manage high volume in the Governmental Relations Office.
• Maintain bill-tracking system and analyze legislation for impacts on Ecology’s mission.
• Review and edit legislative materials including reports, presentations, and testimony.
• Oversee and maintain the Governmental Relations SharePoint site for internal information sharing.
• Gather, analyze, and synthesize performance data to measure progress toward Ecology’s mission.

Skills

Legislative process

Communication

Policy and data analysis

Writing and editing

Workflow & process coordination

Relationship building & collaboration

Education

Public administration / related field majors

Job description

Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen

The Department of Ecology is hiring a Legislative and Performance Management Analyst (Management Analyst 3) within the Governmental Relations Office.

Location

• Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA.
• Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.

Application Timeline

• Apply by November 4, 2026

The 2027 legislative session begins January 11, 2027. To help ensure a smooth transition for this position and the Governmental Relations team, we are aiming for a start date no later than January 4, though earlier is strongly preferred.

Duties

As a Legislative and Performance Management Analyst, you will gain firsthand experience supporting Ecology’s engagement in the state legislative process. Working closely with the Governmental Relations Director and leaders across the agency, you will help advance Ecology’s strategic agenda at the State Legislature.

You will design and manage internal workflows that support timely and accurate bill tracking and analyses, legislative reports and presentations, and legislative communications. Additionally, you will collaborate with staff across the agency to review and refine draft materials before they are shared with agency leadership, the Governor's Office, and State Legislature.

Beyond legislative affairs, you will support agency strategic planning and performance management efforts by developing and managing tools that help leaders and staff track and evaluate progress toward Ecology's mission. Through this work, you will build expertise across a wide range of environmental programs and issues while collaborating with teams throughout the agency to advance Ecology's mission and strategic priorities.

What You Will Do

• Establish and implement agency-wide processes for Ecology’s legislative work, including bill tracking, bill review and analysis, legislative reports, and public disclosure reporting.
• Develop workflows and process improvements to organize and manage the high volume of work handled by the Governmental Relations Office.
• Maintain Ecology’s bill tracking system, monitoring and reviewing incoming legislation for potential impacts on Ecology’s mission and operations. Ensure bill analyses are completed on time with a high degree of accuracy and clarity.
• Work with staff across the agency to review and edit legislative materials, including reports, presentations, and bill testimony.
• Oversee and maintain Governmental Relations legislative SharePoint site to support clear and effective internal information sharing.
• Support agency strategic planning and performance management by gathering, analyzing, and synthesizing performance management data to help Ecology measure and communicate progress towards its mission.

Schedule

• This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
• A minimum of two days per week is required in the office.
• Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.

Qualifications

For detailed information on how we calculate experience and responses to other frequently asked questions, please visit our Recruitment website .

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Legislative Process – Ability to apply knowledge of the legislative process to support legislative tracking, bill analysis, and agency engagement with the Legislature.
• Communication – Ability to share information clearly and respectfully to ensure others understand key points and can take appropriate action.
• Policy and Data Analysis – Ability to review and interpret information, including policies, laws, and data, to draw logical conclusions and support informed decisions.
• Writing and Editing – Ability to create and refine written materials to ensure clarity, accuracy, and consistency in communication.
• Workflow and Process Coordination – Ability to organize, track, and improve work processes to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and on time.
• Relationship Building and Collaboration – Ability to build positive working relationships to support cooperation, information sharing, and problem-solving.

Education involving a major study in public administration, health administration, law, environmental law, economics, environmental management, environmental or public policy, political science, history, English, communication or related field.

Examples Of How To Qualify

• 7 years of experience.
• 6 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
• 5 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
• 4 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
• 3 years of experience AND a Bachelor’s degree.
• 1 year of experience AND a Master’s degree or higher.

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to operate in politically sensitive environments independent of direction.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize demanding tasks across multiple work streams.
• Demonstration of excellent and clear writing and presentation skills.
• Training and Technical Support – Ability to explain processes and provide guidance to help others understand systems and complete their work successfully.
• Information and Records Management – Ability to organize, maintain, and retrieve information to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and compliance with retention requirements.
• Technology and Digital Tools Use – Ability to use and learn digital tools and software to support accurate tracking, documentation, communication, and analysis.

At the Department of Ecology, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging, and we welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and unique perspectives.

Supplemental Information

Ecology 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 .

Application Process

Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified job seekers from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Need an Accommodation?

• Please contact us at 360-407-6186 and select #2 for Recruitment or email [e-mail]
• If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or 1-800-833-6384.

Questions?

• For specific questions about the position location options, schedule, or duties, please contact Carrie Sessions at [e-mail]
• If you need assistance applying for this job, are inquiring about the status of your application, would like to request the full position description, or have any other questions, please contact the Recruitment Team at [e-mail]

About The Governmental Relations Office

The Governmental Relations Office is responsible for representing the agency before the Washington State Legislature. We work to guide all agency interactions with the legislature to ensure a high degree of professionalism, expertise, and accuracy. Our work is vital to furthering the policies, goals, and reputation of the agency, done in support of protecting, preserving, and enhancing Washington's environment for current and future generations.

About The Department Of Ecology

As the State of Washington’s environmental protection agency, we are deeply committed to protecting, preserving, and enhancing Washington’s environment for current and future generations. Joining Ecology means becoming part of a team dedicated to protecting and sustaining healthy land, air, water, and climate in harmony with a strong economy. A career in public service at Ecology allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Respect (DEIR)

are core values central to Ecology's work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.

We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.

Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentive , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth * Click here for more information

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

Collective Bargaining

This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.

Note

This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.