Trust Water Right Acquisition and Contract Specialist (Environmental Specialist 5)
Dept. of Ecology · Yakima County - Union Gap, WA · Washington
- Role
- Policy analyst
- First seen
- May 21, 2026
- Closes
- Not listed
- Salary
- Permanent - $76,608.00 - $102,996.00 Annually
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Summary
The Trust Water Right Acquisition and Contract Specialist (Environmental Specialist 5) manages complex water rights, contracts, and agreements for the Department of Ecology's Office of Columbia River in Union Gap, WA. The role serves as the program's lead expert on trust water and water banking, negotiating agreements, advising management on strategy, and overseeing cost reimbursement processes to support water supplies and environmental protection in the Columbia River Basin. This is a full-time, permanent position with flexible telework and hybrid schedule options after an initial training period.
Key qualifications
- 10 years of experience in complex contract negotiation, agreement management, and advising on contract terms and compliance
- Ability to interpret statutes, rules, and regulatory requirements; evaluate technical work products for accuracy and program alignment
- Demonstrated competence in planning and managing multi-step projects involving multiple partners and tight timelines
- Skill in analyzing issues, identifying risks, and recommending corrective actions to inform program decisions
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of experience and education in environmental science, natural sciences, environmental planning, law, or related field
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