Rulemaking Lead; Environmental Planner ; Internal

Rule making Lead (Environmental Planner
3) (Internal Only)

Position within the Hazardous Waste and Toxics Reduction Program (HWTR). This non‑permanent appointment is expected to last up to 12 months from the appointment date, with the duration subject to business needs.

• Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA
• Must live within a commutable distance from the duty station

• Eligible for telework and flexible schedule options
• Minimum of eight hours per pay period required in the office
• Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change

• Apply by June 30, 2026
• Applications submitted after this date may be reviewed only if additional qualified applicants are needed

• Lead rule making projects for HWTR by managing timelines, rule packets, filings, analyses, engagement plans, and all associated documentation
• Serve as the rule making lead for the Safer Products Restrictions and Reporting rule, including researching toxics in consumer products and monitoring regulatory developments
• Coordinate and lead multi‑disciplinary teams—policy experts, chemists, toxicologists, engineers, economists, environmental justice practitioners, communications specialists, and attorneys—to ensure rules are scientifically sound, equitable, and legally defensible
• Develop and implement communication and community engagement strategies that follow accessibility requirements, equity standards, and agency frameworks for outreach, public involvement, and Tribal consultation
• Present regulatory information at workshops, public hearings, and internal and external meetings, explaining complex or controversial issues clearly to diverse audiences
• Manage public comment processes by preparing draft rule language, reviewing and tracking comments, developing written responses, and incorporating feedback to strengthen regulatory clarity and quality
• Conduct research and analysis related to toxic chemicals, dangerous waste, environmental and human health impacts, socioeconomic factors, and regulatory trends to inform rule development and decision‑making
• Support broader program regulatory needs by documenting rule issues, developing guidance and interpretive materials, preparing legislative analyses and fiscal notes, and contributing to agency regulatory planning
• Manage records and information according to agency retention standards by maintaining accurate, complete, and well‑organized files for all rule making activities
• Build and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal partners, Tribal governments, community and public health advocates, businesses, government agencies, and the public to support inclusive and effective rule making outcomes

Eight (8) years of experience and/or education related to the duties of the position, which includes the following:

• 1. Project and Process Management
  —Ability to plan, organize, and manage complex, long‑term projects; coordinate contributors; anticipate barriers; and adapt to evolving priorities.
• 2. Technical and Regulatory Writing
  —Ability to produce clear, accurate, and well‑structured written materials that translate technical or policy input into understandable and actionable content.
• 3. Documentation and Compliance Management
  —Ability to organize information, manage required documentation, track procedural requirements, and ensure accuracy and completeness across complex processes.
• 4. Outreach, Engagement, and Public Communication
  —Ability to develop communication materials, support public‑facing engagement, and clearly present information to diverse audiences in meetings, workshops, and hearings.
• 5. Research and Analytical Evaluation
  —Ability to conduct research, assess data, interpret complex information, and contribute analytical insights that inform policy or regulatory decisions.
• 6. Training, Guidance, and Collaborative Work Practices
  —Ability to provide guidance, develop instructional materials, work collaboratively in a team environment, take initiative, and support colleagues in shared goals.

One of the following fields or related fields: humanities, business, health and medicine, interdisciplinary studies, public…