Director for Equity, Environmental Justice, and Civil Rights, Exempt

Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered

Salary: $10,967.00 – $12,792.00 Monthly
To allow for growth and salary progression, the full salary range is: $10,967.00 – $13,464.00

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 6/23/26. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity within our Executive Management Division as the Director for Equity, Environmental Justice, and Civil Rights. 

The Director of Equity, Environmental Justice, and Civil Rights serves as the Equity, Environmental Justice, and Civil Rights Officer for DNR, supporting review of program policies supporting equity, inclusion, belonging, civil rights, and environmental justice. This position is responsible for recommending, elevating, and leading changes at the agency, state, and federal policy levels where DNR has authority and will serve as the executive responsible for documenting and assessing the impact of all environmental justice and equity actions taken by the agency. The incumbent will lead the HEAL account for DNR, will manage the agency’s compliance with and implementation of the HEAL Act requirements, including leading the teams tasked with completing Environmental Justice Assessments, reporting on HEAL investments, tribal consultation, and equitable community engagement. The incumbent works to protect the rights of the residents of Washington to utilize our state lands without discrimination based on protected characteristics. The position will develop protocol and identify responsible parties to receive complaints and investigate problems to mitigate risk and ensure the civil rights of the public are met. 

Required Qualifications: 
You must meet all the Required Qualifications and Competencies to be considered for this position. There are multiple pathways to meet qualifications, such as education, volunteer work, life skills, and experience.  It is important that you clearly communicate in your application material that your skills align with the position and qualifications. 

–A bachelor’s degree or higher in sociology, public policy, urban planning, business administration, environmental science, cultural studies, or another field relevant to the position’s responsibilities AND 4 years’ experience or a combination of education and/or experience equivalent.
–A strong history of engaging with disproportionately impacted and historically marginalized communities, including Tribal governments, on natural resource management or environmental issues.
–A deep understanding of the HEAL Act and its application within a state agency.
–Experience leading a team to produce meaningful change.
–Experience conducting public hearings, meetings, and Town Halls in diverse communities and regions.
–Experience working with or applying policy decisions using data-driven equity tools.