Job Summary

The Environmental Project Manager II is part of the Permitting and Habitat Development Team, responsible for ensuring the Port’s/Alliance’s development projects and certain operations are following environmental laws and regulations.

This position is specifically responsible for managing the environmental components of the Port’s/Alliances dredging program (bathometric surveys, maintenance dredges, cutbacks and deepening) as well as other highly complex redevelopment efforts. A deep understanding of environmental permitting and associated efforts necessary to conduct dredging in Puget Sound and the redevelop of industrial properties is essential.

Essential Functions

Manages assigned programs and projects in compliance with environmental rules and in a manner that minimizes the potential for and impact of regulatory agency enforcement activities. Makes recommendations to address technical, legal and community issues relating to assigned projects.
Advise Commercial Group and other Port departments in the environmental aspects, of dredging, site restoration, development, improvements, and operational compliance. Manages Port/Alliance resources, and internal coordination needs on projects as assigned.
Identifies environmental consultant/contractor needs for projects as assigned; presents consultant contract funding requests to Executive Director and Port Commission; negotiates technical scope for contracts; directs/supervises consultant work.
Develops and manages any site-specific, cost-effective work plans and schedules. To include project budgets, quarterly budget updates and tracks time to account for project costs. Assists Finance with capital improvement accounting requirements.
Prepares and presents written and oral briefings to Port Commission, agency heads, elected officials, and at community or public hearing forums on assigned projects and associated environmental issues.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree with emphasis in environmental studies, environmental planning, resource management, geology, hydrogeology, air quality, public administration, or environmental engineering is required. An appropriate master’s degree may be substituted for up to two (2) years' work experience.

A minimum of five (5) years progressively responsible experience in positions requiring analytical ability, program and policy implementation, working under environmental laws and programs and with environmental regulatory personnel, applying environmental science, public speaking, written communication, coordination, negotiation, and conflict resolution is required.

Project and contract management experience with professional consultants is very desirable and will be a position duty. Must have or be capable of obtaining OSHA 40-hour certificate and subsequent 8-hour refresher courses.

Additional Requirements

Technical and regulatory working knowledge of four (4) or more of the following is required: project management; port or land development and permitting; hazardous/solid waste management; "Superfund"/MTCA/RCRA/TSCA site investigation and cleanup; environmental engineering; surface and ground water quality; air quality management, climate protection, environmental sustainability, public or legislative involvement; contract management; environmental audits; or other environmental regulatory programs affecting ports.

Incumbent must maintain regulatory and technical knowledge to complete project assignments and remain current with changing regulations and technical advancements.

Ability to work closely with Port groups and departments, including Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, etc. to identify and resolve environmental issues that could adversely affect the Port.

Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies, Indian Tribes, industry groups and other stakeholders.

This individual must demonstrate a caring customer service attitude, a strong commitment to operational excellence, and dedication to the organization’s core values: Integrity & Transparency; Excellence; Adaptability; Stewardship; Teamwork & Partnerships; Health & Safety; and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. The Port/NWSA seek candidates who will embrace and model these values both internally and externally, and who understand what it means to carry out these values in their everyday work. We value individuals who also bring an impeccable work ethic, honesty, and integrity, and who consistently exhibit enthusiasm, energy, and a drive to succeed.

In accordance with the Immigration Control and Reform Act of 1986, all persons offered employment must provide acceptable proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States. Proof will be required prior to employment.

The successful candidate must possess (or obtain within 30 days of employment) a valid driver's license. Candidate must be able to successfully complete a background investigation. Candidate must also be able to obtain/maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), which is a program managed by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Information on this program can be viewed here.

The conditions of employment for this position are "At-Will" which means that either the Port or an employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason not prohibited by statute. No supervisor, manager, or director of the Port, other than Executive Director, has the authority to alter these employment conditions.

THE PORT OF TACOMA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO PROMOTING AND ENCOURAGING DIVERSITY IN THE WORKPLACE.

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Environmental Project Manager II