WA Dept of Ecology - Senior Market Monitor - Climate (Financial Examiner 4)

Description

Senior Market Monitor – Climate (Financial Examiner 4) – Climate Pollution Reduction Program (CPRP), Department of Ecology.

Location : Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA. Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.

Schedule : This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options. A minimum of one day per week is required in the Lacey, WA office. Infrequently, additional Cap-and-Invest market events such as auctions may require in-person work. Schedules are subject to change based on position needs.

Application Timeline : Apply by October 26, 2025. This position will remain open until filled. The agency reserves the right to hire at any time after application review begins. Applications received after the date above may not be considered.

Duties

• Part of the Auctions and Market Section of the Cap-and-Invest Program. Manage allowance auctions and trading to support a free and fair cap-and-invest market.
• Develop proposed improvements to the market program based on performance, analyses, and lessons from other jurisdictions; produce reports and revenue forecasts for the agency, Governor's Office, and Legislature.
• Represent Ecology in collaborations with other state agencies, regulated industry, and national / international groups on allowance auctions, market, and Cap-and-Invest issues.
• Primary focus on market surveillance of participants in the cap-and-invest market from financial sectors or general market participants, through the following duties :
• Ensure compliance with state and federal laws and industry standards in partnership with federal agencies, market operators, and state agencies.
• Maintain contact with futures markets and review relevant futures contracts and bilateral allowance / offset contracts.
• Apply knowledge of environmental markets and finance to monitor complex financial market participants in Washington's cap-and-invest market.
• Identify and propose regulatory options to minimize regulatory arbitrage across jurisdictions and markets.
• Regularly revisit the program's approach to market monitoring and seek improvements.
• Evaluate financial records and documents across market entities as defined by regulation.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of finance, commodity markets, and related fields; apply concepts to market monitoring work.

Qualifications

For detailed information on how we calculate experience, please visit the Recruitment website.

Nine years of experience and / or education as described below :

Examples of how to qualify :

Special Requirements / Conditions of Employment :

A background check will be conducted, which may include criminal history, fingerprinting, and credit history. Information from the background check will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability for the position.

Desired Qualifications :

If you are excited about this role but not sure if your experience aligns with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. The department is committed to diversity and authentic workplace belonging.

Supplemental Information

Ecology does not use the E-Verify system; not eligible to extend STEM OPT. For more information, visit the recruitment website.

About the Climate Pollution Reduction Program

The CPRP focuses on implementing policies to reduce carbon emissions; the Cap-and-Invest Program uses a market mechanism to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in a cost-effective manner. The market began in 2023; the auctions fund projects to decarbonize transportation and other sectors, advance equity and environmental justice, and support Washington's mandates.

About the Department of Ecology

Ecology is the environmental protection agency of Washington state. We offer competitive benefits and a focus on work-life balance, leadership, teamwork, accountability, and career development. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Respect (DEIR) are core values.

Equal Opportunity Employer : Ecology is an equal opportunity employer; we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

How to Apply

Click "Apply" at the top of the page and complete the application, including work history and responses to supplemental questions. Attach a cover letter and resume. For detailed application information, visit the recruitment website. An attestation confirms that information provided is accurate; false information may lead to rejection or dismissal.

Need an Accommodation?

For accommodation during the application process, contact the agency at the provided email or phone number.

Questions?

For questions about the position, contact the Recruitment Team. For assistance applying, contact careers@ecy.wa.gov.

Employer : State of Washington

Address : View Job Posting for Agency Information; View Job Posting for Location, Washington, 98504

Website : careers.wa.gov

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