Program Analyst

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Washington.

📋 Description

• Analyze the obligations of Washington’s Recycling Reform Act program and its waste management systems.

• Assist in developing Washington’s program plan in collaboration with the Washington Department of Ecology, due by October 1, 2028.

• Monitor and evaluate baseline conditions within Washington’s waste management systems.

• Identify areas for enhancing access, capacity, and investment in the waste management system.

• Aid CAA in contributing to the Department of Ecology's needs assessment.

• Review baseline data and conduct continuous data and policy analysis.

• Support annual reporting requirements and facilitate ongoing enhancements to Washington’s EPR program operations.

• Collect, validate, and analyze data pertaining to Washington’s waste management system.

• Maintain mapping of EPR-related waste infrastructure, policies, recycling, composting, and reuse/refill initiatives.

• Review and provide feedback on program plans, guidance, annual reports, and proposed regulations.

• Draft briefs, white papers, and presentations for both internal and external stakeholders.

• Assist in assessing compliance risks and tracking performance targets.

• Provide Washington-specific analysis to the Data and Analytics and Material Services teams.

• Help develop KPIs and metrics for program success.

• Track and report on progress towards waste diversion and recycling goals.

• Aid in developing protocols for future studies necessary for program implementation and evaluation.

• Establish and uphold data quality standards and documentation.

• Support the design and execution of data collection frameworks.

• Represent CAA at external meetings as assigned and manage certain stakeholder relations.

• Execute other related responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Sustainability, Environmental Management, Data Analytics, Public Policy, Environmental Law, Environmental Science, Data Science, Urban Planning, or Engineering.

• Over 3 years of experience in solid waste management data analysis, particularly in Washington.

• More than 3 years of experience in data analysis, data visualization, and system mapping.

• Experience collaborating with environmental agencies or utilities on reporting, permitting, or program development.

• Background in waste characterization studies, recycling facility operations, or municipal solid waste planning.

• Experience with solid waste management data in Washington, covering waste characterization, reporting mechanisms, recycling, composting, reuse/refill operations, and facilities.

• Understanding of packaging material flows, recycling markets, and commodity pricing dynamics.

• Familiarity with environmental justice mapping tools like EPA EJScreen or the Washington Environmental Health Disparities Map.

• Knowledge of circular economy principles, packaging design for recyclability, and end-of-life material management.

• Familiarity with national waste and recycling data systems, including EPR reporting and MMBC/Recycle BC systems.

• Experience working with Washington state and local regulators.

• Knowledge of Washington product stewardship laws, packaging and paper-product EPR, and solid waste management statutes, regulations, and ordinances.

• Familiarity with best practices in data validation, governance, and integration.

• Ability to interpret complex data and derive actionable insights.

• Capability to convert raw data into summaries, dashboards, and reports for executives and regulators.

• Proficiency in synthesizing and visualizing data using tools like Power BI.

• Experience leveraging data science and analysis tools is preferred.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time-management abilities.

• Ability to collaborate with remote employees across diverse geographies and time zones.

• Adaptability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Data analytics, project management (PMP), or environmental auditing certifications are advantageous.

• Must reside in Washington State.

🏝️ Benefits

• Regular travel within Washington and occasional out-of-state travel may be required for site visits, stakeholder meetings, etc.

• Equal employment opportunity consideration in hiring practices.

• Support for accommodations during the application process.