JOB
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Department of Ecology is hiring a Contracts, Grants, Loans, and General Accounting Manager (WMS Band 1) within Financial Services.
Location:
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Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA.
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Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
Schedule:
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This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
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A minimum of one day per week is required in the office.
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Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline:
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Apply by June 9, 2026.
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Applications submitted after the date above may be reviewed only if additional qualified applicants are needed.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
In this role, you will provide senior-level financial analysis, consulting, policy and procedure development, and agency-wide communication and implementation strategies on financial/budget issues having agency-wide impact to ensure financial integrity, stability, and accountability for the agency. You will analyze new or updated statewide financial systems and policies administered by the Office of Financial Management, the Office of the State Treasurer, Federal Agencies, and others to determine the impact to Ecology, and provide implementation recommendations. You will also analyze agency business and financial practices that impact the financial infrastructure of Ecology, make recommendations for improvements, and implement final recommendations. All of which assists Ecology in providing its customers, both internal and external, with the highest level of integrity and confidence in the agency’s financial practices and information.
What you will do:
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Responsible for the financial administration of Ecology grant, contract, and loan agreements that protect, preserve, and enhance Washington’s environment, and promote the wise management of our air, land, and water for the benefit of current and future generations.
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Exercise authority to guide and influence the agency in the compliance and financial monitoring of federal grants, and ensure that grant regulations, rules, and policies are followed.
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Provide expert-level advice, consultation, and technical support to all agency programs, ensuring compliance with both state and federal requirements for agency contract, grant, and loan agreements.
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In collaboration with agency budget staff, is responsible for developing the agency chart of accounts to ensure the integrity and transmission of agency financial data are complete and accurate for state and federal compliance and reporting.
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Supervise and direct a well-trained, professional team in providing the best accounting resources for the agency.
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.
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:
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Cover letter, describing your interest in and qualifications for this position
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Resume
Because we base our selection on the information you provide, it is in your best interest to complete the application thoroughly. A resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields or supplemental question responses with comments such as “see resume” may be considered incomplete.
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:
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Please contact us at 360-407-6186 or [email protected]
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If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or 1-800-833-6384.
Questions?
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For specific questions about the position location options, schedule, or duties, please contact Beth Swanson at [email protected]
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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 [email protected]
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.
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.
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, 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.
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