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DescriptionKeeping Washington Clean and EvergreenAt the Washington State Department of Ecology, we value our air, land and water. We are invested in making a difference and are committed to protecting the environment. If you are passionate about making a difference, want to be part of a collaborative team, and embrace the value of people, then Ecology is the place for you.The Communication\'s Program is seeking a talented Communications Manager (Communications Consultant 5) to lead communications for the Headquarters Office in Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.In this role, you will help Ecology\'s leadership connect with the people of Washington, and help our agency share its work and priorities. You will lead internal communications and guiding key projects for the agency, the Executive Communications Manager is a senior member of the Ecology communications team and an important contributor to our success. Tele-work options for this position: This position will allow a partial telework schedule, with 2-3 days a week in the office expected. Applicants with questions about position location options, tele-work, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in \xe2\x80\x9cother information.\xe2\x80\x9d Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, we will review applications on January 22, 2024. In order to be considered, please submit an application on or before January 21, 2024. If your application isn\'t received by this date, it may not be considered. The agency reserves the right to make a Hire any time after the initial screening date.
Please Note: We will review all applications received before the date above. Additional reviews after this date typically only occur if we have a small applicant pool, or if a successful Hire was not made.Ecology employees may be eligible for the following:
, , *, *, , , & *About the Department of Ecology Protecting Washington State\'s environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. To learn more, check out our .Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:

• A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
• An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
• Continuous growth and development opportunities.
• Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.

Our commitment to DEIR
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.Diversity: We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.Equity: We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.Inclusion: We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology\'s work.Respect: We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
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.DutiesWhat makes this role unique?In this role, you will work closely with every environmental and administrative program leader, other communications managers, and the central web/digital team. You will provide leadership to and coordinates with junior-level communications consultants, outreach and public involvement staff, and web coordinators.What you will do:

• Be a collaborative member of the agency communications team, and the only communications manager dedicated to executive communications spanning high-profile, high-priority issues and projects across the entire agency.
• Serve as a senior-level communications consultant and producer for agency leadership, with emphasis on agency director priorities. It leads key projects, and works in close collaboration with various teams at all levels of the organization.
• Lead external and internal communications to explain, educate and engage diverse audiences.
• Develop and implement complex communications and public involvement strategies and activities.
• Lead issues management and serve as media relations lead and spokesperson for Ecology issues.
• Serve as lead planner for agency-wide events, meetings and messaging.

QualificationsYears of required experience indicated below are full-time equivalent years. Full-time equivalent experience means that any experience where working hours were less than 40 hours per week will be prorated in order to meet the equivalency of full-time. We would calculate this by looking at the total hours worked per week, divide this by 40, and then multiply by the total number of months worked. Examples of the proration calculations are:

• 30 hours worked per week for 20 months: (30/40) x 20 months = 15 months full-time equivalent
• 20 hours worked per week for 12 months: (20/40) x 12 months = 6 months full-time equivalent

Eight (8) years of experience and/or education.Experience: in information, journalism or public relations.Education: in journalism, communications, public relations, or closely allied field.All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:Possible CombinationsCollege credit hours or degreeYears of required experience - as listed above.Combination 1No college credit hours or degree.8 years of experienceCombination 230-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits.7 years of experienceCombination 360-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree).6 years of experienceCombination 490-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits.5 years of experienceCombination 5A Bachelor\'s Degree.4 years of experienceCombination 6A Master\'s Degree.2 years of experienceSupplemental InformationEcology 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 candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?

• Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email:

and we will be happy to assist. * If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

• If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail

. Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile\'s main page. * If you are reading this announcement in print format, please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply:
. Application Instructions:It\'s in the applicant\'s best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.

• A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
• A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
• Three professional references.
• Three professional writing samples.

Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable.For Your Privacy:
When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):

• Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
• Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.

Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees:Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources.Application Attestation:The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.Other Information:If you have specific questions about the position, please email Andrew Wineke at . Please do not contact Andrew to inquire about the status of your application.To request the full position description: emailWhy work for Ecology?As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington\'s environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State\'s environment. A career in public service 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.To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at and follow, like or visit us on , , , or our .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.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. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
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.

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