Regulated Materials Management and Compliance Program Supervisor; TPS

About WSDOT

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence! Our dedicated workforce is responsible to plan, design, build, and operate an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 18,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, executes an award‑winning Active Transportation Plan, holds a record for the world's widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

WSDOT is seeking an experienced Transportation Planning Specialist 5 (TPS5) to serve as the Regulated Materials Management and Compliance Program Supervisor in Tumwater, WA. Located within the Compliance Solutions Branch of the Headquarters Environmental Services Office (ESO), this position plays a critical role in advancing WSDOT’s strategic priorities, ESO’s Business Plan, and agency policy through building strong partnerships, responsive service delivery, collaborative problem‑solving, and dependable follow‑through.

In this leadership role, the incumbent builds and maintains effective working relationships with program staff, customers, and internal and external delivery partners while leading, facilitating, and supervising the Regulated Materials Management and Compliance Program. This position provides statewide direction and oversight for regulated materials compliance, supporting staff and customers with practical, solutions‑oriented services and deliverables that enables WSDOT regions and modes to safely, efficiently, and consistently meet environmental requirements and deliver transportation projects.

The program delivers essential services, tools, and technical support that help project teams navigate complex compliance challenges, track and fulfill environmental commitments, and move work forward. Through coaching, mentoring, and workforce development, this position supports staff growth and effectiveness while fostering a collaborative and customer‑focused team culture. The role also advances proactive risk management by helping the agency reduce long‑term legal exposure and environmental liabilities through consistent, organized, well‑communicated compliance strategies and informed decision‑making.

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the TPS5 will:

• Lead, facilitate, and supervise a statewide Regulated Materials Management and Compliance Solutions Program that supports WSDOT’s project delivery and business needs.
• Oversee program operations to ensure organized, timely, high‑quality, solutions‑oriented customer service statewide across all phases of project delivery.
• Supervise staff and consultants by assigning work, setting priorities, facilitating collaboration, and supporting effective performance.
• Plan, administer, and monitor a biennial budget of approximately $1 million, and develop and oversee consultant contracts and related expenditures.
• Lead and negotiate interagency agreements, in alignment with Branch Manager direction.
• Develop and implement biennial work plans, performance measures, and continuous improvement strategies aligned with program priorities and Branch goals.
• Recommend updates to statewide policies and lead the development and maintenance of procedures, guidance, tools, and training related to regulated materials management and compliance.
• Monitor and evaluate legislative and regulatory changes and support policy alignment and agency responses.
• Assess customer needs and coordinate responsive program support using performance data, compliance information, and customer engagement.
• Provide strategic and technical expertise on complex regulated materials and contamination issues.
• Lead special projects and interagency coordination, and perform other duties as assigned within program authority.

To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:

• Technical Expertise in Regulated Materials Management and Compliance: Ability to lead and oversee program operations to ensure effective,…