Program Specialist - Sustainable Operations

Salary: $63,252.00 - $84,984.00 Annually

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 4/6/26. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate ongoing work with internal and external vested parties regarding fleet electrification expansion and emissions reduction efforts. 
• Act as first point of contact for program questions on work related to RCW 70A.45.050, fleet electrification expansion, and support needs. 
• Advise on and provide customer service related to program functions on an agency wide level.
• Utilize data management tools to compile required reporting data and organize and present in a clear and concise manner. 
• Maintain a clear knowledge and understanding of required reporting requirements, utilize the various reporting tools from external agencies, and submit the required reports as directed. 
• Design and share information on electric vehicles and charging stations, usage, and best practices.
• Act as the Sustainable Operations Program engagement and compliance liaison by leading engagement with:
• The Department of Ecology’s Clean Fuels Standards Program.
• WSDOT and Commerce’s State Agency Fleet EVSE (SAFE) mapping tool.
• DES’ Energy Star Portfolio Manager Program.
• Department of Ecology’s Refrigerant Management Program.
• Department of Commerce’s Clean Buildings Standards Program for DNR administrative facilities.
• Track Networked EV chargers on web-based portal for usage and proper function.
• Track program expenditures by maintaining accuracy and tracking and organizing project expenditures to highlight trends and present information to program staff and vested parties. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, law, environmental science, public health or other relevant work-related field;
  OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Five (5) years of related professional experience conducting research, analyzing policy, law, rules, and/or regulations, and performing the functions of a Project Leader on projects related to business operations and development.

Required Competencies: 

• Accustomed to working efficiently both independently and with a team, making sound decisions in a complex environment. Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.
• Competent professional communication skills – both verbal and written.