Manager - EPR, Washington State
About The Position
Circular Action Alliance is seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and proactive manager to support EPR program planning and regulatory compliance in Washington State. The role manages administrative processes and program-plan submissions and amendments, supports data analytics and compliance, advances circular-economy initiatives and strategic partnerships, and coordinates alignment across internal teams. It also maintains records, assists with reporting, and provides administrative and program support. The manager supports Washington initiatives, work groups, team operations, onboarding, training, and meetings. The position oversees workflows and review timelines for program plans and amendments, including internal governance, interest-holder, Advisory Council, subcommittee, and regulator-facing processes. It coordinates across departments and with consultants and business partners, tracks contracts and deliverables, supports stakeholder and government-agency meetings, monitors KPIs, and maintains compliance documentation and tracking systems. The role also assists with programs supporting service providers, local governments, producers, and other interested parties, and may support readiness for new state programs for no more than 10% of available time. The position is remote from Washington State, and the employee must reside in Washington or be willing to relocate there. The role reports to the Washington Program Manager.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or institution in an applicable field.
- At least 5 years of experience in an operations or administrative role.
- Strong understanding of Washington’s RRA law (SB 5284 / Chapter 70A.208 RCW), including requirements for PROs, service providers, partners, and the Washington Advisory Council.
- Basic data analytical skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, including expert skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of project management principles and techniques and project management software.
- Ability to coordinate resources and meet timelines.
- Ability to coordinate activities with internal departments and external organizations.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Proactive and results-driven mindset.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Must possess or be able to obtain a valid driver’s license with a clean driving history.
- Must reside in Washington State or be willing to relocate there.
Nice To Haves
- Understanding of EPR and packaging sustainability.
- Experience with Power BI.
- Management experience.
Responsibilities
- Help establish and carry out Washington initiatives, plans, and work groups.
- Manage internal team meetings and cross-team initiatives for Washington.
- Identify and streamline operational processes to improve team efficiency.
- Onboard new team members and establish their understanding of systems, processes, and tools.
- Manage team training and learning initiatives, including lunch-and-learns and EPR training.
- Assist the Washington State Program Manager with regulatory meetings and coordination with CAA teams.
- Manage logistics, planning, and facilitation for in-state meetings and events.
- Manage workflows for Washington State Program Plan submissions and amendments.
- Ensure documents are developed, reviewed through the internal governance structure, and submitted by regulatory deadlines.
- Monitor schedules and processes for internal and interested-party reviews of program plans before submission.
- Manage pre- and post-submission review and approval processes and timelines for draft plans, amendments, and final submissions, including ongoing Advisory Council, subcommittee, and ad hoc engagement until approval.
- Coordinate across CAA departments to raise and address Emerging States regulatory topics and issues.
- Coordinate strategic partnerships with consultants and business partners serving the Emerging States and Washington teams.
- Manage contracts and statements of work, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
- Create agendas, host meetings, and track follow-ups with consultants and internal staff to ensure deliverables meet team needs and deadlines.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align tracking systems.
- Prepare materials for meetings with Ecology, businesses, and community organizations involved in recycling, composting, reuse, and waste reduction.
- Monitor key performance indicators in the Company Dashboard.
- Assist with regular reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, highlighting performance metrics, trends, and areas for improvement.
- Monitor and track KPIs related to waste diversion and recycling, compost, and reuse program obligations.
- Coordinate with CAA’s compliance team to maintain accurate Washington compliance documents, tracking forms, and other records related to the Washington EPR statute and regulations.
- Keep data and paperwork current and compliant with applicable laws and internal standards.
- Update spreadsheets, databases, and tracking systems to support efficient workflows.
- Assist with coordination and implementation of programs and projects supporting service providers, local governments, and interested parties in complying with EPR laws.
- Help maintain communication with producers to support timely submission of required reports and documentation.
- Assist the Emerging States division with readiness for new state programs as needed, for no more than 10% of available time.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
