Regulatory and Information Support Section Manager; WMS

Regulatory and Information Support Section Manager (WMS2)

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Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen

The Department of Ecology is hiring a Regulatory & Information Support Section Manager (WMS Band
2) within the Hazardous Waste and Toxics Reduction Program (HWTR).

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

• Hybrid schedule, up to 60% telework. Flexible, compressed schedules available. Schedules are subject to change.

• Apply by January 9, 2026.
• This position will remain open until filled.

The HWTR Program enforces Washington's toxics laws, including the Dangerous Waste regulations that many businesses need to comply with. We also offer technical assistance to businesses to reduce or eliminate their use of hazardous chemicals, work to identify safer chemical alternatives, support the development of green chemistry, and test consumer products for toxic chemicals.

The Regulatory & Information Support (R&I) Section supports this work by coordinating the state's annual Dangerous Waste Reporting program, collecting hazardous waste generation fees, planning and implementing IT services for the program, planning for and communicating key program messages, providing education and outreach to businesses on dangerous waste management, and developing and maintaining program web content and publications.

Section staff will provide support and leadership so that:

• Staff are committed to a unified vision and direction.
• Staff consistently use effective frameworks, methodologies, technology tools, policies, standards, data and best practices to achieve measurable outcomes.
• Work is prioritized to ensure effective use of resources.
• Data analysis produces insights that inform decision-making, identify pain points and opportunities, and measure progress.
• Process improvement projects support program goals.
• IT projects are strategically scoped, planned, developed and maintained to meet evolving needs.
• Program communication efforts are integrated into a coherent strategy prioritizing key messages.
• Business operations are conducted timely, efficiently, and in conformance with agency policies.
• Products and services are assessed and managed with a continuous improvement goal.
• Records are managed according to retention schedules and guidelines.
• Staff treat clients and the public as partners, building satisfaction.

Required experience and education combine to a total of 9 years of experience and/or education.

Education:

Major study in an environmental, physical, or natural science, engineering, planning, business or public administration, or closely allied field.

Experience:

Environmental analysis, planning, or community outreach AND three years of supervisory experience.

Examples of How to Qualify:

• 9 years of experience.
• 8 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
• 7 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
• 6 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
• 5 years of experience AND a Bachelor’s degree.
• 3 years of experience AND a Master’s degree.
• 2 years of experience AND a Ph.D.

• Leadership & Team Management
  • Lead complex projects with competing priorities and deadlines.
  • Develop and implement strategic or operational plans.
• Strategic & Operational Management
  • Lead and support a multidisciplinary team, including supervisors and professional staff.
  • Set expectations, manage performance, engage staff through change and strategic planning.
  • Understand and manage a budget.
• Regulatory & Policy Expertise
  • Interpret and apply environmental regulations, including RCRA, state Dangerous Waste rules, and EPCRA.
  • Provide clear regulatory guidance to staff and partners.
• Information Systems & Data Governance
  • Oversee IT systems or data tools that support program operations.
  • Knowledge of Washington State IT accessibility requirements.
• Equity & Environmental Justice
  • Integrate environmental justice principles…