Senior Environmental Specialist-Operations Compliance

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• Posted on June 23, 2026

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Seattle, WA 98104, USA

• Hybrid
• Environmental/Sustainability
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SENIO
  003630

Salary range is $81k to $176k with a midpoint of $122k. New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.

Sound Transit also offers a competitive benefits package with a wide range of offerings, including:

• Health Benefits:
  We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.
• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement Plans: 401a – 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit; 457b – up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution).
• Paid Time Off:
  Employees accrue 25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight and twelve years of service. Employees at the director level and up accrue additional days. We also observe 12 paid holidays and provide up to 2 paid floating holidays and up to 2 paid volunteer days per year.
• Parental Leave: 12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.
• ORCA Card:
  All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.
• Tuition Reimbursement:
  Sound Transit will pay up to $5,000 annually for approved tuition expenses.
• Inclusive Reproductive Health Support Services.
• Compensation Practices:
  We offer competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity. In addition to compensation and benefits, you’ll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues.

GENERAL

PURPOSE:

The Environmental Compliance Division (ECD), part of the Environmental and Land Use group within the Capital Delivery Department’s Center of Excellence, ensures compliance with environmental laws and regulations throughout the acquisition, construction, and operation of Sound Transit facilities and systems.

The Senior Environmental Specialist – Operations Compliance provides environmental compliance support primarily to the Operations department. This role coordinates technical and operational activities across multiple internal teams and external partner agencies to ensure alignment, compliance, and effective execution. Key areas of responsibility include hazardous materials management, waste handling, stormwater compliance, waste diversion, municipal stormwater permit compliance, spill response and support for the Environmental & Sustainability Management System.

The position also provides technical guidance and support to Facilities and Operations staff.

This is a hybrid position that includes a combination of in-office work, fieldwork at agency facilities, and remote work, with approximately two days per week worked from home. The role involves regular travel throughout the Sound Transit service area (approximately 30–50% field presence) and includes escorting regulators and auditors during facility inspections and site visits.

The position operates with a high degree of independence and is responsible for leading compliance efforts, identifying risks, and recommending solutions in complex operational environments. It exercises independent judgment in interpreting regulations, resolving compliance issues, and advising operations leadership on risk and corrective actions. The role works closely with operations leadership, maintenance teams, regulatory agencies, and partner jurisdictions in a highly coordinated operating environment.

This position may also support environmental due diligence, remediation oversight, construction activities, and other compliance needs across the agency, as appropriate.

This role is critical to maintaining regulatory compliance…