Senior Environmental Program Manager

Port of Seattle; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 142,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Paid Vacation

Pension/Retirement Plans

Getting to Work

Parental Leave

Development

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Work-Life Balance

Mission Driven

Job summary

The Port of Seattle is seeking a Senior Environmental Program Manager to lead NPDES and stormwater compliance for Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. You will guide staff in field monitoring, inspections, documentation, and reporting while coordinating with regulators and airport partners.

You will manage consultants, budgets, and scope of work for stormwater projects, contribute to policy development, and act as an environmental spill team member.

Qualifications

• Five years of environmental/sustainability experience with two years in lead or supervisory roles.
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science/engineering or related discipline; professional certifications are a plus.
• Strong knowledge of stormwater management, NPDES, and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management and compliance of NPDES and stormwater programs for SEA.
• Provide technical oversight of field monitoring, inspections, documentation, and reporting.
• Develop and implement strategic stormwater plans and performance improvements.
• Coordinate regulatory negotiations and permit discussions with agencies and stakeholders.
• Manage consultants, contracts, scopes of work, budgets, and deliverables.
• Serve on the environmental spill team and support incident response.
• Supervise a team of up to 3 stormwater professionals.

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or environmental engineering

Professional Engineer (PE)

Licensed HydroGeologist (LHG)

Certified Professional in Stormwater Quality (CPSWQ)

Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC)

Job description

Some of what you'll be doing:

Applications will be reviewed regularly, and interviews may be conducted prior to the application close date.

As a Senior Environmental Program Manager, you will lead the day-to-day management and compliance of National Pollutant Discharge Elimination (NPDES), King County Industrial Waste Discharge, and support other stormwater elements for Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). You will lead staff members to provide technical oversight of field monitoring, inspection, documentation, contract management and reporting. The position requires complex program implementation as well as environmental program development in response to new and changing regulations, environmental goals and Airport operations.

• You will lead and define both the long-term and short-term stormwater strategies related to planning, implementation and oversight of SEA’s stormwater management programs, including maintaining compliance with industrial stormwater permits, stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPP), stormwater monitoring, best management practices, and water quality improvement initiatives.

• You will serve as SEA’s technical expert on stormwater regulations and water quality requirements, providing guidance on the SEA NPDES permit, Washington State stormwater regulations, Clean Water Act requirements and emerging regulatory issues affecting airport operations.

• You will provide strategic and technical leadership during planning, design, and construction of airport capital projects by reviewing stormwater infrastructure, drainage design, treatment systems, construction activities, and operational impacts to ensure compliance with environmental requirements and Port policies.

• You will negotiate strategic and technical requirements and compliance strategies with regulatory agencies, airport tenants, consultants, contractors and internal departments while representing SEA during inspections, permit discussions, audits, enforcement matters and interagency coordination efforts.

• You will manage consultant contracts and outside technical services supporting stormwater planning, engineering evaluations, monitoring, modeling, regulatory compliance and implementation of stormwater improvement projects. You will develop scope of work, budget, schedule and performance requirements while reviewing and approving technical deliverables.

• You will act as a key member of the environmental spill team, responsible for responding by vehicle to incidents at the airport, monitoring spill response, directing cleaning resources and providing input on impacted stormwater resources.

• You will supervise a team of up to 3 stormwater professionals, responsible for all aspects of development, performance and evaluation.

Who you are:

• Experienced – You have five (5) years of experience in environmental and/or sustainability, to include two (2) years of lead, mentor or supervisory experience including leading a project or process.

• Desired – We hope you have a bachelor’s degree in environmental science or environmental engineering, civil engineering or a related discipline. We hope you have certifications such as a Professional Engineer (PE), Licensed HydroGeologist (LHG), Certified Professional in Stormwater Quality (CPSWQ), Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC).

• 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.

• Technical Expert – You possess recognized expertise in stormwater management principles, hydrology, drainage systems, stormwater treatment technologies, water quality monitoring and environmental compliance practices. You have extensive knowledge of stormwater regulations, including National Pollutant Discharge Elimination (NPDES) permitting requirements, Clean Water Act regulations, Washington State stormwater requirements and related environmental standards. You have knowledge of airport, industrial, transportation or other highly regulated environmental programs.

• Efficient Communicator – You have proven effective verbal and written communication skills and are adept at communicating complex technical, regulatory and environmental information to diverse audiences including executives, regulators, airport tenants, contractors, consultants elected officials and the public. You have proven negotiation, facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills, as well as experience building and maintaining effective relationships with regulators.

• Leader – You can effectively lead multidisciplinary people and project teams on complex environmental programs while collaborating with airport operations, engineering, maintenance, planning, tenants, consultants, and regulatory agencies. You understand how operational requirements, regulatory obligations, emerging environmental issues, and community expectations influence airport decision-making.

• Analytical Problem-Solver – You can analyze complex stormwater and environmental challenges, analyze technical data, interpret changing regulations, and develop strategic, innovative, and practical solutions. You can identify compliance risks, recommend improvements, and support decisions affecting airport infrastructure, operations, and long-term environmental performance.

What else you need to know:

• Driver’s License – You will need a valid Washington State Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain one, is required in order to travel locally to project sites.

• 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 any and all assigned shifts, including weekends and holidays. You will have a rotation responsibility (approximately 7 weeks per calendar year) for 24 hours on call spill response and may be required to work during emergencies.

• Work Environment – This is a field-based position. You will work throughout Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), maritime facilities, and other Port of Seattle properties, with occasional work in an office setting for administrative tasks, meetings, or training.

• 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.

• Security Requirements – As the successful candidate, you must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check as well as a criminal history background check with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Your employment will be contingent upon obtaining a Port of Seattle ID badge upon clearance.

Why you'll love it here:

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.

Why the Port of Seattle:

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 development and quality of life for all in our region. Find out more about how our values RAISE us up and our commitment to equity .

Location: Seattle Tacoma International Airport

Organization: AV Environmental Programs Grp

Employee Status: Regular

Schedule: Full-time

Posting Expires: Ongoing

Minimum Salary: 157,674.00

Midpoint Salary: 213,322.00

Req ID: 004297

The Port of Seattle is an equal opportunity employer that values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, knowing decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, regulations and ordinances. To help comply with all state and federal requirements, we appreciate you voluntarily answering the questions below. The information on this form will be kept confidential. Click https://www.portseattle.org/page/ethnicity-definitions for definitions and descriptions of the categories referenced below regarding Ethnicity and Race. Click https://www.portseattle.org/page/vevraa-information for information and definitions of the categories referenced below regarding Protected Veterans status.