Executive Director

Under the administrative direction of the Board of Directors, the Executive Director leads and manages a regional air pollution control authority in accordance with Washington State and Federal laws and regulations along with local regulations and Board policies.

Other responsibilities include:

Provides general supervision and direction for a staff of professional, technical, and administrative support employees who administer regional air pollution prevention and control programs.

Directs administrative support for the agency to include office facilities, personnel services, and salary administration, purchasing, grant negotiation, fiscal management, and enterprise activities.

Negotiates service contracts with other public and private organizations in accordance with laws, regulations, and Board policies.

Coordinates, or supervises program coordination, with State and Federal agencies.

Obtains legal opinions and legal advice from the Agency’s external law firm as needed.

Supervises and participates in the preparation of proposed rules for air pollution control; obtains input from an advisory committee to develop policy recommendations; reviews proposed and pending legislation to determine the impact on program policies and rules.

Represents the agency at public hearings and gatherings, before other governing bodies, and at national, regional, and local meetings and conferences.

Prepares and presents, or supervises, preparation and presentation of an annual budget to the Board; supervises the preparation of monthly expenditure reports for the Board.

Recruitment Flyer

Details about this position and the online application process are available at https:\\www.spokanecleanair.org/job-openings

Applications must be submitted using the online application process and will be accepted through July 19, 2024. SRCAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, environmental, physical, or natural sciences or a related field, and a minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in environmental programs is required, along with two (2) years of demonstrated supervisory/management experience. The selected candidate must have or obtain a valid Washington State driver’s license by time of hire.
• The ideal candidate will be a proven leader who is an active listener with a scientific background and experience in environmental regulation and management. A background in air and air quality regulations, and experience dealing with regulatory agencies, especially EPA and other Federal environmental agencies is highly sought.
• The ability to show situational awareness, earn the respect of staff and the public, and recognizing that this position is visible in the environment of regional politics is essential to the success of the selected candidate. A temperament that can balance the need for regulation with the needs of the community as well as effectively deliver the "bad news" when necessary is needed. Demonstrated successful experience in supporting a public Board of Directors including an excellent relationship history with board chairs will bring the candidate to the top of the list. 

Benefits

Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Eligible employees also have access to a competitive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement, and vacation benefits. The required retirement system of the agency is Washington Public Employee’s Retirement System (PERS) which requires an employee contribution. The agency does not participate in Social Security. However, the agency has adopted an 401(a) and 457 Social Security substitute plan with the same contribution rates as FICA. Washington Public Employee Benefits Program (PEBB) provides health/dental/vison/LTD coverage, which is a pre-tax deduction once a month. Other voluntary benefits are offered as well.