Climate Change: Clean Fuel Standard, Third Party Verifier Planner; Environmental Planner

Clean Fuel Standard, Third Party Verifier Planner

The Department of Ecology is hiring a Clean Fuel Standard, Third Party Verifier Planner (Environmental Planner
4) within the Climate Pollution Reduction Program (CPRP).

This is a project position that is funded until December, 31, 2028. This funding is expected to be renewed for the next bi-annual budget cycle.

Location:

• Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA.
• Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.

Schedule:

• This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
• A minimum of one day per week is required in the office. This position is expected to be in the office for a full workday every Tuesday.
• Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.

Application Timeline:

• Apply by July 27, 2026.
• Applications submitted after the date above may not be reviewed unless additional qualified applicants are needed.

Join a team working at the center of Washington's transition to cleaner, lower-carbon transportation. The Clean Fuel Standard is shaping the future of the state's transportation fuel supply by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and expanding access to low-carbon alternatives. As the Clean Fuel Standard, Third Party Verifier Planner, you will lead the development and operation of Washington's new third-party verification program, a foundational component that ensures accurate reporting, supports fair program implementation, and strengthens confidence in the state's clean fuel market.

If you are motivated to apply your planning, analytical, and regulatory expertise to a program that is making a measurable difference for Washington's environment and communities, we encourage you to apply.

What you will do:

• Certify verification bodies and individual third-party verifiers to provide services within Washington's Clean Fuel Standard.
• Train and provide technical assistance to prospective third-party verifiers to obtain certification, and once certified to maintain knowledge and proficiency.
• Design and update training materials and programs and work with other Clean Fuel Standard staff to carry out trainings.
• Track, organize, and monitor reports from third-party verifiers and contracts between verification bodies and clients to ensure quality and compliance with all applicable guidelines.
• Develop, maintain, and ensure the accuracy and completeness of Washington's list of approved third-party verifiers and ensure that all approved verifiers and verification bodies meet certification requirements.
• Provide support in reporting and verification efforts; work closely with other Ecology and external experts to design, improve, implement, and maintain tracking databases, tools and systems.
• Develop and regularly update forms and procedures relevant to third-party verifiers and their activities; lead and coordinate the development and implementation of guidance documents and standards for verifiers.
• Serve as subject matter expert on third-party verifiers in other jurisdictions such as California, applicable laws and regulations, best practices, and developments in this subject area.
• Support the members of the Clean Fuel Standard team in compliance activities and procedures, and potential enforcement actions.

For detailed information on how we calculate experience and responses to other frequently asked questions, please visit our Recruitment website.

Required Qualifications:

Nine years of experience and/or education related to the duties of the position, which includes the following:

• Program Development and Implementation: Ability to design, organize, and implement complex environmental or regulatory programs by developing effective processes, tools, and structures that support successful and consistent program operations.
• Regulatory Interpretation and Policy Development: Ability to interpret environmental regulations and program requirements and translate them into clear guidance, procedures, and rule language to support accurate and consistent implementation.
• Technical Review and Quality Assurance: Skilled in reviewing reports, contracts, and supporting materials to assess accuracy, identify potential issues, and recommend actions that improve the quality and integrity of program work.
• Research, Data Management, and Analytical Evaluation: Ability to conduct research and analyze qualitative and quantitative information to develop tracking systems, inform program decisions, and support continuous improvement of program processes.
• Multi-Party Coordination and Cross-Agency Collaboration: Experience coordinating and communicating with agencies, regulated entities, and other interested groups to exchange information, gather input, and maintain consistency with established practices across jurisdictions.
• Training and Capacity Building: Skilled in designing, updating, and delivering training and guidance to ensure third-party verifiers and internal staff understand requirements, maintain proficiency, and produce high-quality…