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Washington Clean and Evergreen
Washington has passed ground-breaking legislation to address climate changes. It has drastically reduced Greenhouse Gas (GHG), emissions and achieved carbon neutrality. Are you passionate about climate change? Are you looking for a rewarding and challenging job where you can directly address the climate crisis in a direct way? Join us as we make this historic task possible. Legislation.
The Air Quality Program (AQP) is looking to fill the Climate Change Climate Commitment Act Communications Consultant (Communications consultant 3) position. This position will be located at the Headquarters Building in Lacey, WA.
The mission of Air Quality Program (AQP) is to protect and improve air quality in Washington and to protect our State’s environment for current and future generations. Washington is in the process of building only the second economy-wide cap and invest program in the United States, and Air Quality’s newly created Climate Commitment Act Implementation Group is leading the design and implementation of this program. Businesses and entities will have to purchase allowances linked to their emissions. They can then be sold, traded, and bought. The market will open on January 1, 2023. Proceeds will be used to invest in initiatives to decarbonize transportation, other sectors, promote clean energy, advance equity, and ensure environmental justice.
As the Climate Commitment Act (CCA) Communications Consultant 3, you’ll ensure that the meaningful work being done on the CCA is communicated to stakeholders, Tribes, environmental justice groups, and the general public in a clear and engaging way. This role will allow you to work with a wide range of mission-driven planners and engineers, outreach specialists, as well as other communications professionals, to ensure that Ecology provides education resources, transparency, public engagement opportunities, and transparency to Washington residents.
This dynamic role includes a variety of challenging but rewarding duties such as developing presentations, designing and creating graphic and video content, creating informational materials for Ecology’s website, and leveraging social networks to increase public engagement. You will help develop and implement a robust long-term communications strategy to help educate the public about the CCA, what Ecology is doing to implement this important program, and what it means for Washington’s low-carbon future.
Ecology is committed to protecting Washington State’s environment for future generations. We have a culture that is committed to making a difference. Work with a team that is highly collaborative and productive, with leadership that values the people.
Ecology cares deeply for employee wellness. We proudly offer:
- A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
- An Infants at Work Program based on long-term health benefits of infant-parent bonding as well as breastfeeding newborns.
- Continuous growth and development opportunities
- A wellness program that provides education, fitness classes and outdoor meetings.
- Opportunities to make an impact in your community through meaningful work
Diversity, equity, inclusion and respect (DEIR). are core values central to Ecology’s work. We aim to be a workplace that values our authentic identities and encourages collaboration to preserve, preserve, and improve the environment for future generations.
DiversityWe value and celebrate diversity. Our unique perspectives and abilities enrich our lives and lead to innovative solutions and approaches.
EquityWe are advocates for equity and recognize that everyone needs 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 others with respect and dignity, and acknowledge the inherent value of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, regardless of their disagreements.
We believe that DEIR is both an action and a goal. We are on an adventure, honoring our common humanity, and taking steps towards demonstrating our commitment to a future where all of us are heard, seen, valued, and respected.
During Healthy Washington Roadmap To Recovery Employees work in a mix of in-office and/or remote work depending on their business needs. Ecology follows current state guidance on mask requirements, health screening questions prior to entry, and social distancing.
Application Timeline This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of March 28, 2022. Please submit an application before or on the following dates to be considered in the initial screening. March 27, 2022. The agency reserves the rights to schedule an appointment at any time after initial screening.
Duties
Duties:
As the Climate Commitment Act Communication Consultant, you will:
- Produce and edit strategic web content.
- Create visual and written content that explains key concepts to audiences with varying levels of knowledge. This could include infographics and videos (live or animated), posters, bulletins or conference displays, brochures or any other digital or physical publications.
- Use Canva and PowerPoint to create presentations about the implementation of CCA.
- Prepare testimony, presentations, and focus sheets in collaboration with communications, outreach and senior staff.
- Collaborate with web, communications, or other staff to publish materials that explain complex issues in plain language.
- Assist in the setting up, running, and scheduling of public meetings.
- Prepare content to be used on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for public education and engagement relating to the CCA.
- Work collaboratively to develop and implement a long-term social media strategy to bring the CCA to broader public awareness, while remaining in-line with Ecology’s brand, visual, and social media best practices.
Qualifications
Requirements Qualifications
Through a variety combination of volunteer, educational and professional experience, you can acquire both the required and desired skills. For more information, see below.
Six (6) years of experience and/or education
- Education: Journalism, communications, public relations and news media. English, marketing, humanities or closely related fields.
- Experience including, but not limited to: Journalism, public relations/information, news media, digital/social media, marketing, digital accessibility or writing/editing
Option 2
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, public relations, news media, digital/social media, English, marketing, humanities, or closely allied field
- Two (2) years of experience as mentioned above.
Option 3:
- Master’s degree in In journalism, communications, public relations, news media, digital/social media, English, marketing, humanities, or closely allied field.
All education and experience that meets the requirements for this job:
Possible combinations
CCredit hours at college or a degree
Years of experience required
Combination 1
No college credit hours nor degree
6 years of experience
Combination 2
30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits.
5 years of experience
Combination 3
60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree).
4 years of experience
Combination 4
90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits.
3 years of experience
Combination 5
A Bachelor’s degree
2 years of experience
Combination 6
A Master’s Degree
No experience
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
- Ability to obtain and maintain valid driver’s license.
Desired Qualifications
We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
- You have the ability to translate technical or scientific content into plain language.
- Create infographics with us.
- Experience with animation and/or video editing software.
- Experience with stakeholder involvement
- Experience managing team projects from the beginning to the end.
- Experience in planning and implementing a communication strategy.
- Learn to coach or train others to write clearly and clearly for a variety audiences.
Note: You may be more successful in a highly competitive applicant pool if you have some or all of the desired experience.
Additional Information
Ecology seeks diverse candidates: We see diversity, equity and inclusion through a wide lens, including race, class, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation and gender identity, military background, language and education, life experience and physical disability. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
Looking for accommodation? You are applying for the job and/or screening process.
- Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: [email protected] and we will be happy to assist.
- You can reach Washington Relay Service by dialing the 7-1-1 number if you are hard-of-hearing or deaf. 1-800-833-6388.
- Please e-mail us if you need help applying for this job. [email protected]. To check on the status of your application, please don’t send an email to this address. You can see the status of your application’s latest update on your profile’s main pages.
- This announcement is also available in print format.To apply, please enter the URL below into your search engine: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology.
Instructions for applying:
It is in the applicant’s best interests to All documents listed below must be submitted. Applications without these documents may be declined.
- A cover letter explaining why you are interested.
- A resume describing your experience and education, if applicable, as it relates the minimum qualifications for this job.
- Three professional references
Please do not include your salary history. Payouts and salaries are dependent on qualifications and rules of promotion, if applicable.
For your privacy:
Attach documents to your application (such a resume, cover letter, transcripts, DD214, etc.)):
- Please make sure you have removed any private information such your social security number, birth date, etc.
- Password-protected files should not be attached to your application. These documents can not be reviewed and could cause errors in your application.
Additional Instructions for Ecology Employees:
Please answer the agency-wide questions about permanent status as a classified employee in the Washington General Service and Washington Management Service. For question 3, please make sure you select Department of Ecology. Contact Human Resources if you are unsure of your status or don’t know your personnel ID number.
Application Attestation:
Submission of application materials electronically is an affirmation that the information has been accurately and complete. The state can verify the information. Any untruthful answers or misleading answers may result in your application being rejected or dismissed.
Additional Information
Luke Martland is available to answer any questions you may have about the position. [email protected]. Luke is not the right person to inquire about your application’s status.
To request the complete position description, email [email protected]
Why work for Ecology
As an agency, we have the mission to preserve, preserve and improve Washington’s environment for all generations. We invest in our staff to create and sustain a work environment that encourages creativity, effective resource management, teamwork professionalism, and accountability.
Ecology allows you to join a team dedicated to protecting and restoring Washington State’s environment. Public service is a great way to solve the most difficult problems facing Washington State, while also ensuring your financial security and health. We offer one of the best benefits packages in the country, along with a strong commitment towards life/work balance.
The following are possible benefits for Ecology employees:
Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)., Vacation, Sick, or Other Leave*, 11 Paid Holidays per Year*, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance, Programs for deferred compensation, Dependent Care Assistance Program – DCAP, Flexible Spending Agreement (FSA)., Employee Assistance Program, Incentives for Commute Trip Reduction (Download PDF reader)., Combined Fund Drive, SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information
How Ecology can help students with student debt
The Department of Ecology is a qualified employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program. See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
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Collective Bargaining This is a position that is covered by a bargaining group for which the Washington Federation of State Employees is the only representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer The Washington State Department of Ecology welcomes all applicants. We are committed to creating a work environment that is inclusive of and respectful of cultural, racial ethnic, sexual orientation, gender identity diversity. Women, racial or ethnic minorities, persons with disability, over 40-year-olds, veterans, military spouses and people with military status, as well as people of all gender identities and sexual orientations are encouraged and encouraged to apply. If you require accommodation during the application/testing process, or this job advertisement in an alternative format, please call (360) 407-6186. Applicants who are hard-of-hearing or deaf can call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 1-800-833-6388.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. After the advertised positions have been filled, the recruitment will not be used for any additional open positions in the next sixty (60).
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