Management Analyst (Management Analyst 5)
Washington State Department of Ecology, Lacey, WA, United States
Job Title
Management Analyst (Management Analyst 5) within the Financial Services Division, Department of Ecology.
Location
Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA. Applicants must reside within commutable distance.
Schedule
Position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options. After training, telework may be performed most of the time with occasional in‑person meetings. Schedules may vary based on position needs.
Application Timeline
Apply by May 3, 2026. Position remains open until filled.
Duties
Work as part of the Contracts and Purchasing Unit in the Fiscal Office of the Financial Services Division.
Develop and lead contracts workgroups to discuss internal processes and training needs for procurements, contracts, interagency agreements, and purchases.
Develop and hold agency training courses for internal contract processes and contracting legal requirements.
Serve as primary subject matter expert for OMWBE Access Equity and DES Supplier Diversity.
Lead contracts specialist positions and focus on procurement and contract needs.
Lead collection and reporting of data for the Department of Enterprise Services annual IT and Contracts Report.
Lead Sole Source & Emergency contracting.
Required Qualifications
Minimum nine (9) years of combined experience and/or education as described below:
Demonstrated knowledge of public procurement laws, regulations, and contracting principles.
Proven ability to assess business needs, develop effective acquisition strategies, analyze complex procurement issues, mitigate risk, resolve disputes, and protect agency interests.
Demonstrated skill in evaluating procurement operations and designing policies, procedures, and tools that strengthen compliance, improve efficiency, and promote consistency.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to convey complex procurement concepts and manage competing priorities independently.
Education in business administration, public administration, health administration, law, environmental law, finance, economics, statistics, environmental management, environmental or public policy, or related field.
Examples of How to Qualify
9 years of experience.
8 years of experience AND 30‑59 semester or 45‑89 quarter college credits.
7 years of experience AND 60‑89 semester or 90‑134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
6 years of experience AND 90‑119 semester or 135‑179 quarter college credits.
5 years of experience AND a Bachelor’s degree.
3 years of experience AND a Master’s degree.
2 years of experience AND a Ph.D.
Desired Qualifications
Ability to provide subject matter expertise, mentoring, and direction to staff and program partners.
Knowledge and ability to implement supplier diversity requirements and provide guidance on equity‑focused procurement practices.
Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with internal and external partners.
Demonstrated knowledge in Lean principles.
Demonstrated experience implementing fundamentals of project management.
Additional Employment Conditions
Must read, sign, and abide by the Financial Services/Fiscal Office Agreement on Confidential Information (Part A) and Internal Control Responsibility (Part B).
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
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Management Analyst (Management Analyst 5) within the Financial Services Division, Department of Ecology.
Location
Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA. Applicants must reside within commutable distance.
Schedule
Position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options. After training, telework may be performed most of the time with occasional in‑person meetings. Schedules may vary based on position needs.
Application Timeline
Apply by May 3, 2026. Position remains open until filled.
Duties
Work as part of the Contracts and Purchasing Unit in the Fiscal Office of the Financial Services Division.
Develop and lead contracts workgroups to discuss internal processes and training needs for procurements, contracts, interagency agreements, and purchases.
Develop and hold agency training courses for internal contract processes and contracting legal requirements.
Serve as primary subject matter expert for OMWBE Access Equity and DES Supplier Diversity.
Lead contracts specialist positions and focus on procurement and contract needs.
Lead collection and reporting of data for the Department of Enterprise Services annual IT and Contracts Report.
Lead Sole Source & Emergency contracting.
Required Qualifications
Minimum nine (9) years of combined experience and/or education as described below:
Demonstrated knowledge of public procurement laws, regulations, and contracting principles.
Proven ability to assess business needs, develop effective acquisition strategies, analyze complex procurement issues, mitigate risk, resolve disputes, and protect agency interests.
Demonstrated skill in evaluating procurement operations and designing policies, procedures, and tools that strengthen compliance, improve efficiency, and promote consistency.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to convey complex procurement concepts and manage competing priorities independently.
Education in business administration, public administration, health administration, law, environmental law, finance, economics, statistics, environmental management, environmental or public policy, or related field.
Examples of How to Qualify
9 years of experience.
8 years of experience AND 30‑59 semester or 45‑89 quarter college credits.
7 years of experience AND 60‑89 semester or 90‑134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
6 years of experience AND 90‑119 semester or 135‑179 quarter college credits.
5 years of experience AND a Bachelor’s degree.
3 years of experience AND a Master’s degree.
2 years of experience AND a Ph.D.
Desired Qualifications
Ability to provide subject matter expertise, mentoring, and direction to staff and program partners.
Knowledge and ability to implement supplier diversity requirements and provide guidance on equity‑focused procurement practices.
Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with internal and external partners.
Demonstrated knowledge in Lean principles.
Demonstrated experience implementing fundamentals of project management.
Additional Employment Conditions
Must read, sign, and abide by the Financial Services/Fiscal Office Agreement on Confidential Information (Part A) and Internal Control Responsibility (Part B).
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
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