Climate Operations Team Supervisor (COM 5)
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Description
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Climate Operations Team Supervisor (COM 5)
At the Department of Commerce we’re reimagining what’s possible in government. We’re builders, thinkers, and change-makers, working at the intersection of innovation, community, and impact. From unlocking critical funding to fueling inclusive economic growth, we’re turning big ideas into real-world solutions that uplift people and places.Our agency’s strength lies in the diversity of our workforce and the breadth of the lived experiences and perspectives employees bring to the work. We believe equity is not just a value but a practice, which is reflected in how we design programs, engage communities, and deliver outcomes. We foster a workplace culture where curiosity is encouraged, bold thinking is welcomed, and collaboration drives our impact.
Let’s build what’s next, together.
The Local Government Division (LGD) partners with local governments, nonprofits, and others to strengthen the ability of all forms of local government and community-based organizations to fund and develop critical services to their citizens. The division provides leadership in local government finance and statewide infrastructure initiatives that help create and retain jobs. We also provide grants, loans, and planning and technical assistance to local governments for community development needs, infrastructure improvements, and economic development opportunities. The Growth Management Services (GMS) Unit is the lead agency for implementing the Growth Management Act (GMA). The unit provides technical and financial assistance to local governments to assist in the implementation of the GMA. The unit also serves as the central coordinator of state agency implementation of the GMA.
Position Objective: The Climate Operations Team Supervisor is part of the Climate & Ecosystem Section, which is primarily responsible for implementing the GMA’s climate laws (RCW 36.70.070(9)). This position is responsible for managing climate planning grant programs, rulemaking, issuing greenhouse gas (GHG) subelement decisions, coordinating plan review, monitoring climate plan adoption throughout the state, and managing potential appeals to agency decisions. This position will lead and oversee the Climate Operations Team's overall efforts. Duties
Qualifications
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Required Position Qualifications:
Eight (8) years of combined experience and/or education as described below:
Experience working in community, trade, or economic development with a focus on local or regional planning in two or more of the following areas:
• Knowledge of the Washington State Planning Enabling Act, Growth Management Act, State Environmental Policy Act, and Shoreline Management Act.
• Highly competent at writing and/or administering zoning code or development regulations
• Coordination and consultation with public officials and departments
• Conducting data collection analysis
• Analyzing and reviewing policies, rules, and laws.
• A minimum of one year of supervisory or management experience. Supervisory experience could include hiring staff, training and development, assigning work, evaluating performance, and taking corrective action. Managerial experience could include project and program leadership, resource and financial management, strategy, and process optimization
Education involves land use planning, urban planning, public administration, public policy or related field. Qualifying education post High School or equivalent may be substituted year for year for experience.
Examples of how to qualify:
• 8 years of experience
• 7 years of experience and one year of education
• 6 years of experience and two years of education
• 5 years of experience and three years of education
• 4 years of experience and four years of education
Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
• Experience with Washington State planning and plan implementation procedures.
• Familiarity with local governance structures, including experience working with elected officials and staff at the local government level.
• Experience with the administration of state or federal grants.
• Certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), or ability to obtain AICP certification within two years of appointment.
• Specialized training, experience, and knowledge related to climate change.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex planning projects.
Required Position Competencies:
• Intermediate skill level in the Microsoft Office Suite products including OneDrive, Teams, SharePoint, Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Ability to review material against criteria consistently and communicate changes needed for consistency in clear, concise language.
• Strong problem-solving skills, highly organized and detail oriented.
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to understand and appropriately respond to community, partner and stakeholder interests and needs.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement and discernment, and the ability to understand the “big picture”.
• Strong anticipatory skills to see opportunities and needs.
To be considered for this position the following are needed:- A complete and detailed online application.
- A cover letter (enter online).
- At least three professional references (enter online).
Supplemental Information
Work from Anywhere in Washington State
This position may be located anywhere within Washington State though occasional travel to a Commerce office building or in-state travel to attend events or meetings may be required. If selected, you will need to travel to pick up equipment and receive instruction. Many Commerce employees work remotely or have a hybrid schedule.
This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies over the next 60 days.
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Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity
The Washington State Department of Commerce 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 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, or interview process or this job announcement in an alternative format may email Human Resources at Human.Resources@commerce.wa.gov. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
