Pesticide Illness Prevention Program Manager (WMS 1) DOH8966

Pesticide Illness Prevention Program Manager (WMS
1)

Pesticides Illness Surveillance and Prevention Program

Permanent

• Fulltime
• Homebased

This permanent position is open to applicants who are Washington residents or those residing on the /WA and OR/WA borders.

Enjoy the flexibility of our hybrid work environment, where you can balance working from home and collaborating in person. It is anticipated that you’ll be expected to perform work activities in the office or field within the state 10% of the time.

The Washington State Department of Health’s Division of Environmental Public Health works to protect and improve the health of people across Washington by preventing environmental health hazards and promoting healthy communities. Within the division, the Healthy Homes and Communities Section partners with communities, government agencies, and organizations to reduce environmental exposures that impact health.

This position serves as the statewide lead for the pesticide illness surveillance and prevention program. Reporting to the Healthy Homes and Communities Section Manager, the position provides leadership, technical expertise, and strategic direction for pesticide illness surveillance, investigations, and prevention efforts. It represents the Department of Health in partnerships with local, state, and federal agencies while supporting legislative and advisory committees that help shape pesticide policy and public health practice across Washington.

• Lead the statewide pesticide illness surveillance and prevention program.
• Serve as the Department's subject matter expert on pesticide illness surveillance, investigations, and prevention.
• Represent the program with local, state, and federal partners to advance coordinated public health strategies.

• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with agencies including the Washington State Department of Agriculture, Department of Labor & Industries, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Food and Drug Administration, local health jurisdictions, Washington Poison Center, and other public health partners.
• Coordinate efforts across organizations to reduce pesticide illness and exposure through data-driven, science-based public health actions.
• Promote consistent communication and information sharing among partners.

• Supervise pesticide illness investigators and provide leadership, coaching, and technical guidance.
• Ensure investigations are conducted consistently, accurately, and in a timely manner.
• Support the use of investigation findings to inform prevention strategies, recommendations, and public health decision-making.

• Provide staff support for the Pesticide Application Safety Committee (PASCO).
• Coordinate meetings, prepare materials, and provide technical expertise to committee members.
• Support the related Advisory Workgroup by facilitating collaboration among agency representatives, agricultural organizations, farm worker advocates, community and migrant health centers, toxicologists, and others.
• Present complex scientific and public health information to diverse audiences in a clear and understandable manner.

This is an opportunity to make a statewide impact by leading efforts that protect workers, families, and communities from pesticide-related illness and exposure. You'll collaborate with experts across public health, agriculture, labor, and environmental protection while helping shape prevention strategies, policy discussions, and public health practice. As part of a collaborative and mission-driven team, you'll have opportunities to lead meaningful work, build partnerships, mentor staff, and contribute to healthier communities throughout Washington.

There are multiple pathways to qualify for this position. You must meet one of the options provided and any additional criteria listed. Experience may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities.

Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter, resume, and/or applicant profile.

• Four (4) years of experience leading projects, programs, or teams
• One (1) year supervising staff, including recruiting, training, performance management, and fostering an inclusive team environment.
• Three (3) years of experience building and maintaining collaborative relationships with diverse internal and external partners to advance shared program or policy goals.
• Two (2) years of experience convening and facilitating work groups or committees, including agenda setting and achieving identified objectives.
• Two (2) years of experience reviewing, analyzing or drafting contracts, agreements, policies, or legislative testimony, reports or briefings.
• Two (2) years of experience conducting, overseeing or summarizing investigations, surveillance, or research, including writing…