What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Quality Program Capital Budget Manager (WMS2) position at Washington State Department of Ecology?
Description
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Department of Ecology is hiring a Water Quality Program Capital Budget Manager (WMS2) within the Water Quality Program .
Location:
You will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely reporting on capital budget activities. You will regularly advise the Water Quality Program Manager, Chief Financial Officer, the Financial Management Section Manager, and other executive managers and will be critical in forecasting potential issues, analyzing problems, identifying solutions, projecting consequences of actions, and implementing actions to support agency and program goals. Your skills will directly impact business outcomes for the program and the agency. As a fund manager for multiple capital funds and fiscal note writer for the Water Quality capital budget program, your actions have the potential to impact multiple interested parties, including local and other governmental bodies, the environmental and business communities, and the general public.
What You Will Do
For detailed information on how we calculate experience, please visit our Recruitment website .
Required Qualifications
Seven (7) years of experience and/or education as described below:
Supplemental Information
Ecology does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov .
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 DEIRis 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.
Application Process
Ecology 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 job seekers from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How To Apply
Click “Apply” at the top of this page. Complete the entire application, including full work history and responses to all supplemental questions, and attach:
For detailed application information, please visit our Recruitment website .
Application Attestation: By submitting an application, you are affirming that the information contained in your application and on all attachments is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information, and any false or misleading answers may result in rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
Need an Accommodation?
If you need reasonable accommodation during the application and/or screening process, including this job announcement in an alternate format:
The mission of the Water Quality Program is to ensure that all aquatic life and communities in the watershed experience cool, clean water to refresh and sustain us in a changing climate. You will contribute to Ecology’s and Water Quality's missions by developing and implementing the Capital Program budget. You will coordinate closely with the Financial Management Section Manager, along with Water Quality Program Management Team, to create implementation plans for capital budget pass through funding. You will approve expenditures in accordance with the agreed upon implementation plan. You will provide accurate information, timely analysis and informed recommendations for maximizing use of resources. You will provide professionally sound guidance, consultation and advice at an advanced level of expertise for which the impact of the positions consultative and advisory work is highly consequential to the agency's effectiveness.
About The Department Of Ecology
As the State of Washington’s environmental protection agency, we are deeply committed to protecting, preserving, and enhancing Washington’s environment for current and future generations. Joining Ecology means becoming part of a team dedicated to protecting and sustaining healthy land, air, water, and climate in harmony with a strong economy. A career in public service at Ecology 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. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.
Ecology employees may be eligible for the following : Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth * Click here for more information
To learn more about Ecology, please visit our website , explore Working at Ecology , check out our Strategic Plan , and connect with us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , or our blog .
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.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Department of Ecology is hiring a Water Quality Program Capital Budget Manager (WMS2) within the Water Quality Program .
Location:
- Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA .
- Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
- This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
- A minimum of one day per week is required in the office.
- Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
- Apply by April 3, 2025
- This position will remain open until filled. The agency reserves the right to make a hire at any time after application review begins. Applications received after the above date may not be considered.
You will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely reporting on capital budget activities. You will regularly advise the Water Quality Program Manager, Chief Financial Officer, the Financial Management Section Manager, and other executive managers and will be critical in forecasting potential issues, analyzing problems, identifying solutions, projecting consequences of actions, and implementing actions to support agency and program goals. Your skills will directly impact business outcomes for the program and the agency. As a fund manager for multiple capital funds and fiscal note writer for the Water Quality capital budget program, your actions have the potential to impact multiple interested parties, including local and other governmental bodies, the environmental and business communities, and the general public.
What You Will Do
- Manage and monitor capital budgets for the Water Quality Program's unique activities, functions and sections statewide; project trends in revenues and expenditures; prepare and recommend capital budget addition and reduction options and funding strategies for executive management; provide managers with accurate, clear, and consistent financial data on a regular basis; brief and advise Ecology management on capital budget and fund allocation requests ; review allotment requests and approve, modify or deny allotment requests based on program plans, fiscal, or policy considerations; recommend appropriate funding for pass-through grants and loans, staffing and other expenditures; accomplish these in support of agency goals.
- Design a long-range strategic capital budget plan; anticipate and identify financial problems; create solutions; make critical independent, strategic financial decisions; develop financial contingency plans.
- Assist Chief Financial Officer, Agency Budget Director, Budget Policy Manager, and Budget Office Staff with agency and state capital budget activities and responsibilities. Prepare, coordinate, and provide Water Quality capital budget information, materials and analysis.
- Report to Water Quality Program Manager and Chief Financial Officer on status of Water Quality capital budget and funds managed and on budget issues. Work with Agency Budget Director, Budget Office Staff, Water Quality Program Manager, Deputy Program Manager and Program Management Team, and program staff to keep the Water Quality capital budget current, on track, and in line with agency priorities. Identify solutions to program and agency capital budget issues.
- Review for the Water Quality Program Manager and Chief Financial Officer the accuracy and appropriateness of capital budget related actions and documents, such as grants, loans, contracts and personnel actions.
- Interpret capital budget policies and procedures for staff and managers; recommend policy and procedure changes; advise executive and program management and staff, representatives of other agencies, and various committees regarding implementation of policies, procedures and legislation.
For detailed information on how we calculate experience, please visit our Recruitment website .
Required Qualifications
Seven (7) years of experience and/or education as described below:
- Experience in public sector budget management, fiscal or grant management, accounting, or related work. This may include:
- Prioritizing the use of funds to achieve strategic goals
- Communicating complex issues in a persuasive manner
- Seeking new funding opportunities, understanding risks, and proposing solutions
- Leading a team of budget or accounting staff
- Ensuring staff and other team members follow budget-related policies and procedures
- Managing grants or contracts.
- Education involving a major study in accounting, finance, economics, statistics, business, public administration, or closely allied field.
- 7 years of experience.
- 6 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
- 5 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
- 4 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
- 3 years of experience AND a Bachelor’s degree.
- 5 years of experience in Washington State Agency fiscal management
- Experience using Washington State grant and finance tools and systems
Supplemental Information
Ecology does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov .
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 DEIRis 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.
Application Process
Ecology 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 job seekers from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How To Apply
Click “Apply” at the top of this page. Complete the entire application, including full work history and responses to all supplemental questions, and attach:
- Cover letter, describing your interest in and qualifications for this position
- Resume
For detailed application information, please visit our Recruitment website .
Application Attestation: By submitting an application, you are affirming that the information contained in your application and on all attachments is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information, and any false or misleading answers may result in rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
Need an Accommodation?
If you need reasonable accommodation during the application and/or screening process, including this job announcement in an alternate format:
- Please contact us at 360-407-6186 or careers@ecy.wa.gov
- If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or 1-800-833-6384.
- For specific questions about the position location options, schedule, or duties, please contact David Giglio at dgig461@ecy.wa.gov
- If you need assistance applying for this job, are inquiring about the status of your application, would like to request the full position description, or have any other questions, please contact the Recruitment Team at careers@ecy.wa.gov
The mission of the Water Quality Program is to ensure that all aquatic life and communities in the watershed experience cool, clean water to refresh and sustain us in a changing climate. You will contribute to Ecology’s and Water Quality's missions by developing and implementing the Capital Program budget. You will coordinate closely with the Financial Management Section Manager, along with Water Quality Program Management Team, to create implementation plans for capital budget pass through funding. You will approve expenditures in accordance with the agreed upon implementation plan. You will provide accurate information, timely analysis and informed recommendations for maximizing use of resources. You will provide professionally sound guidance, consultation and advice at an advanced level of expertise for which the impact of the positions consultative and advisory work is highly consequential to the agency's effectiveness.
About The Department Of Ecology
As the State of Washington’s environmental protection agency, we are deeply committed to protecting, preserving, and enhancing Washington’s environment for current and future generations. Joining Ecology means becoming part of a team dedicated to protecting and sustaining healthy land, air, water, and climate in harmony with a strong economy. A career in public service at Ecology 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. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.
Ecology employees may be eligible for the following : Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth * Click here for more information
To learn more about Ecology, please visit our website , explore Working at Ecology , check out our Strategic Plan , and connect with us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , or our blog .
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.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency.
