Environmental Manager Jobs in Washington

An Environmental Manager in the environmental industry is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring environmental strategies, policies, and programs that promote sustainable development. They conduct environmental audits and assessments, identify and reduce environmental risks, and manage the development of environmental programs. They also ensure compliance with environmental legislation and keep abreast of changes in environmental standards and legislation. Their objective is to control the impact of an organization's operations on the environment, ensuring legal and corporate environmental obligations are met, and reducing carbon footprint.

Important skills for this role include excellent project management skills, strong knowledge of environmental legislation, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to influence and negotiate. They should ideally hold a degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, or a related field, and professional certifications like Certified Environmental Professional (CEP) or Certified Professional Environmental Auditor (CPEA) can be advantageous. Prior roles that could lead to becoming an Environmental Manager could include Environmental Officer, Environmental Consultant, or Environmental Analyst.

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Federal Lands Operations Manager, Environmental Planner 5 (EP5)

  • Olympia, WA
  • moments ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • moments ago

Federal Lands Operations Manager, Environmental Planner 5 (EP5) Recruitment #2025-4-7660 Full-time, Permanent, Represented position Location: Natural Resources Building- Olympia, WA Work Hours and...

![An image without description]( **** **** ****Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen** The Department of Ecology is hiring a Senior Coastal Scientist and Unit Supervisor (Natural Resource...

Associate Planner/Urban Forester

  • Olympia, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 6 days ago

The Olympia Community Planning & Economic Development Department seeks a qualified individual to fill the position of Associate Planner/Urban Forester. This position is responsible for...

Environmental Services - Manager in Training

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 6 days ago

Compensation Range N/A Overview Who We Are Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is an experienced partner managing housekeeping, laundry, dining, and nutritional services within the healthcare market....

Supervisor Environmental Svcs

  • Gig Harbor, WA
  • 11 days ago
  • Gig Harbor, WA
  • 11 days ago

Overview Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award-winning health systems in Washington state CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most...

Director Environmental Services

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 11 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 11 days ago

Overview Full-Time RN Clinical Research Coordinator - Silverdale, WA Are you an experienced RN passionate about clinical research and patient care? Join our dynamic team in Silverdale, WA, and...

Director Environmental Services

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 14 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 14 days ago

In collaboration with multidisciplinary team, develops/initiates comprehensive waste management program toinclude, but not limited to goals, operation requirements, reporting procedures, manifests and...

Silviculture Forester

  • Tumwater, WA
  • 16 days ago
  • Tumwater, WA
  • 16 days ago

Silviculture Forester, Natural Resource Specialist 2 (NRS2)****Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered****Relocation Compensation may be available and...

Forester

  • Millwood, WA
  • 16 days ago
  • Millwood, WA
  • 16 days ago

Responsibilities: Harvest planning and operations including unit design, boundary delineation, easement maintenance, environmental compliance, harvest system selection, bidding/negotiating price, and...

Manager Environmental Svcs

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 18 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 18 days ago

Overview While you're busy impacting the healthcare industry, we'll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption...

Service Forester

  • East Wenatchee, WA
  • 19 days ago
  • East Wenatchee, WA
  • 19 days ago

Service Forester, Natural Resource Specialist 3 (NRS3)****Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and consideredRelocation Compensation may be available and consideredSalary:...

Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen The Department of Ecology is hiring a Senior Coastal Scientist and Unit Supervisor (Natural Resource Scientist 4) within the Shorelands & Environmental...

Manager Environmental Services

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 26 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 26 days ago

Where Kids and Families are Always First MultiCare Mary Bridge Children's Hospital is the state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and the only pediatric hospital in Washington's South...

Environmental Manager

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 28 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 28 days ago

Education Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, preferred...

Forest Practices Forester

  • Belfair, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Belfair, WA
  • 30+ days ago

Washington State Department of Natural Resources Forest Practices Forester in Belfair , Washington Forest Practices Forester, Natural Resource Specialist 3 (NRS3) Recruitment #2025-3-3970/5302...

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Salary for Environmental Manager Jobs in Washington

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireEnvironmental research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Environmental Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Environmental Managers in Washington offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.7%
Master's Degree
31.6%
Doctorate Degree
5.7%
High School or GED
5.6%
Associate's Degree
4.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.0%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Environmental Managers in Washington
2-4 years
25.7%
4-6 years
19.3%
1-2 years
15.9%
10+ years
14.8%
8-10 years
13.7%
6-8 years
7.3%
None
3.3%


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