Enterprise Risk Manager- Lacey, WA (WMS 03

Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission

Job Title: Enterprise Risk Program Manager (WMS 03)
Location: Lacey, WA
Compensation: The annual range of compensation is between $106,524 - $133,152 depending upon qualifications, although the expected hiring salary will typically be less than the top of the range, to allow for growth and development movement.

Closes: This posting will remain open until filled. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply before August 20th, 2026
, when the first review of applicants will be completed. The hiring authority reserves the right to fill this position at any time after that date without notice.

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is currently seeking an experienced Enterprise Risk Manager. In this role, you will direct agency-wide efforts to identify, assess, and reduce risk in accordance with statute. The Enterprise Risk Manager also provides consultation and recommendations to executive leadership, managers, and other staff about issues relating to risk. This position is responsible for collaborating with executive leadership, managers, attorneys, staff, other agencies, private organizations, and the public to perform the role of this position.

The Enterprise Risk Manager is also responsible for leading agency efforts in resolving tort claims and lawsuits, by working with the Department of Enterprise Services Risk Office and the Attorney General's Office. This position is the agency's designated lead for identifying, coordinating, and implementing agency-wide process efficiencies. This position is responsible for working with leadership and division staff to achieve continuous improvement in work processes to reduce risk and loss.

We are seeking someone who prioritizes collaborative relationship-building, is passionate about making a meaningful impact, is systems focused, and sees the value in turning risk into opportunity. The Business Support Services Division serves internal and external customers through agency core functions that maintain compliance, promote transparency, improve efficiency, and provide business solutions for State Parks. You’ll be joining a collaborative team of professionals who value partnership, innovation, and serving with excellence.

Are you an experienced Risk Program Manager who would like to lead this challenging but interesting work in an organization full of passionate, committed professionals? Consider coming to work for Washington State Parks.

Telework: This position is available for hybrid telework or flexible schedule, though frequent on-site attendance is required to meet business needs. The default assigned work location of all Parks positions – both on-site and telework eligible positions – is within the State of Washington.

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses.…