The Water Quality Program <http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/wq/wqhome.html> at the Washington State Department of Ecology is looking to fill the Water Resources Program Manager (EMS Band 3) position at our Headquarters building in Lacey, WA <http://www.ci.lacey.wa.us/>.

We're looking for an experienced leader to manage our Water Resources Program. The Program Manager serves as a principal advisor, decision-maker and spokesperson in carrying out the responsibilities of the program. Washington has seen increased demand for water supplies to accommodate population growth and economic development. Demand has also been coupled with concern for how climate change will impact water supplies.

This is an exciting and challenging position for a proven leader. It's an opportunity to become part of a dynamic executive leadership team that engages federal, state, local, tribal, citizen, elected official and environmental group interests to create innovative partnerships. It is through these partnerships that we pursue our commitment to meeting current water needs and ensuring future water availability for people, fish and the natural environment.

As an agency, we invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism and accountability.

To learn more about this position and to apply, please see the full job announcement at: Water Resources Program Manager<https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/1680755/water-resources-program-manager-ems-band-3?department%5b0%5d=Dept.%20of%20Ecology&sort=PositionTitle%7CAscending&page=6&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs>

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