STORMWATER EDUCATION & OUTREACH ANALYST

Kitsap County

  • Bremerton, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • $84,260.39–$107,796.26 Per Year

Highlights

Select how you meet the requirements for this position: Bachelors in education, marketing, communications or related field; and 3 years experience working in communications promoting education, outreach, media campaigns, public relations, marketing research and analysis, community based social marketing, writing and managing grants, contract management, adult education, technical communication for non-technical audiences, behavior or organizational change, event planning, and facilitation. Associates Degree in education, marketing, communications or related field; and 4 years experience working in communications promoting education, outreach, media campaigns, public relations, marketing research and analysis, community based social marketing, writing and managing grants, contract management, adult education, technical communication for non-technical audiences, behavior or organizational change, event planning, and facilitation.

Numbers & Facts

LocationBremerton, WA
Salary$84,260.39–$107,796.26 Per Year

Description

STORMWATER EDUCATION & OUTREACH ANALYST

Salary

$84,260.39 - $107,796.26 Annually

Location

Annex, 8600 SW Imperial Way, Bremerton, WA

Job Type

Full Time (40 hrs/wk)

Department

Public Works

Division

STORMWATER DIVISION

Opening Date

09/03/2026

Closing Date

9/20/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NON

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OVERVIEW

Kitsap County is seeking a dynamic professional to lead high-impact communications, public engagement, and strategic outreach for the Stormwater Division. This role is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned communications, marketing, or public engagement expert who thrives in a mission-driven environment and is ready to guide innovative programs that make a measurable difference in community behavior and environmental health.

Working collaboratively with the Communications team and staff across the organization, the Stormwater Education & Outreach Analyst leads communications for the Stormwater Division by developing engaging written and visual content that informs and educates internal and external audiences while aligning with the County's brand standards and communication goals. In this fast-paced role, you will shape the Division's public voice through strategic campaigns, digital platforms, high-quality media, and innovative education and outreach programs that meet and exceed NPDES stormwater permit requirements. You will also lead regional partnerships and behavior-change initiatives that protect our waters, strengthen community relationships, and increase public understanding of stormwater impacts.

The ideal candidate is a proactive and highly organized self-starter with strong visual storytelling and graphic design skills, excellent writing and editing abilities, and demonstrated success managing communications for a large organization.

This is a unique opportunity to advance your career while driving countywide and regional influence. Your expertise will directly support environmental stewardship, public trust, and the long-term health of Kitsap County's waterways, creating meaningful change for today and future generations.

As the Stormwater Education & Outreach Program Analyst, you will:

  • Lead the Stormwater Division's communications and marketing strategy for education and outreach programs and projects (capital and operational) that support regulatory compliance and strategic priorities.
  • Drive the development, implementation, and evaluation of Division-wide communications, marketing, and public engagement strategies.
  • Develop professional-quality print and digital media, advertising, graphics, collateral, and other public information tools.
  • Oversee the Stormwater Division's webpages and social media presence, maintaining high-quality, accessible online public communications.
  • Plan and conduct public outreach activities, presentations, stakeholder meetings, and community engagement opportunities.
  • Respond to public inquiries, media requests, and emerging public information needs.
  • Lead the West Sound Stormwater Outreach Group (WSSOG), bringing together City representatives with diverse personalities and interests and managing on the group's behalf, multiple Interlocal Agreement contracts, vendor contracts, budgets, campaigns, programs, regional partnership representation , and produce a high-quality comprehensive annual activities report.
  • Plan, implement, and administer projects, grants, contracts, and consultant work supporting Stormwater Division goals.
  • Track, analyze, and report on performance metrics to evaluate communications effectiveness and provide recommendations for improving audience engagement and content performance.
  • Provide guidance to county managers, directors, officials, community partners, and cross-departmental teams on communications, marketing, outreach, interpretation, and engagement.
  • Supervise 1-3 temporary help employees, including training, work planning, and quality oversight.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelors degree in marketing, communications, or a related field; and three (3) years of experience in communications including education and outreach, media campaigns, public relations, marketing research and analysis, community-based social marketing, grant writing and management, contract management, adult education, technical communication for non-technical audiences, behavior or organizational change, event planning, or facilitation.

Leadership Experience

  • Proven experience leading complex programs, projects, or teams ideally in the public sector, environmental, or multidisciplinary contexts.
  • Experience overseeing volunteers, temporary staff/interns, or leading groups.

Technical / Industry Background

  • Experience with stormwater, environmental programs, public sector operations, or regulatory requirements strongly preferred due to the position's direct influence on permit compliance and regional environmental strategy.
  • Ability to manage a heavy workload, multiple projects with competing deadlines and exhibit excellent project and time management skills

Specialized Expertise

  • Professional-level skill in communications strategy, marketing, outreach, interpretation, digital media management, graphic design collateral development, and public engagement.
  • Experience analyzing metrics, evaluating program effectiveness, developing adaptive management strategies, and writing data-driven reports.

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

  • Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities, essential for public-facing content, media relations, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Strong relationship-building skills to collaborate with community partners, regional groups, elected officials, and internal staff.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

  • Project management certification, demonstrating advanced capability in planning, organizing, and delivering complex, multi-stage initiatives.
  • Experience managing projects in the public information or communications department for a medium to large organization.
  • Experience working in the public sector, providing essential understanding of government operations, regulatory environments, and community-focused service delivery.

For the complete job description: https://www.kitsap.gov/hr/JobClassifications/Stormwater%20Education%20and%20Outreach%20Program%20Analyst.pdf (Download PDF reader)

For more information about the Stormwater Division: https://www.kitsapgov.com/pw/Pages/stormwater.aspx

OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION

  • Who May Apply: This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills.

  • This position is classified as exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

  • Non-represented and covered under the Kitsap County Personnel Manual.

  • Application Requirements: All applicants, internal and external, must submit a complete and fully detailed application. Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all minimum qualifications for the position by the posted closing date. The County uses the information provided in the application (not the résumé) to verify relevant work experience and to determine placement on the pay scale if you are selected for the position.

  • To be considered, your application must: Be fully completed, including all supplemental questions. Provide specific and detailed information showing that you have performed the duties and gained the experience required for the role. Include the total years of relevant experience, quantified based on full-time equivalency. Applications that are incomplete, lack sufficient detail, or do not clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications will be screened out and will not move forward in the hiring process. Meeting the minimum qualifications is required.

  • Prior to employment, the successful candidate must:

  • Submit official transcripts from an accredited college or university or business school, if education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications.

  • Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting.

  • Authorize and complete a criminal background check. Information received is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove a candidate from consideration. This process is conducted in compliance with the Washington Fair Chance Act (RCW 49.94). Information received is evaluated on a case-by-case basis and will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. FCA-Flyer_June 2026_English_Update

  • Driving Requirements: The successful incumbent must meet the driving requirements of this position and submit a copy a current driving record/abstract (from state of residency) to review for eligibility to drive for Kitsap County prior to employment. The successful incumbent must obtain a valid Washington State Driver's License prior to hire and maintain a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the Kitsap County Vehicle Use Policy. This position is categorized as:

  • Category 1: Driver operates County-owned vehicle.

  • Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office.

  • Work hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.

  • This posting may be used to fill future openings.

  • Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the application materials submitted. Per RCW 42.56.250, all applications for public employment, including the names of applicants, resumes, and other related materials submitted with respect to an applicant are exempt from public inspection.

At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees.

County Paid Benefits Include:

Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO)

Dental - Delta Dental or Willamette

Vision - VSP

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL)

Disability - Short-term disability & Long-term disability

Voya Voluntary Insurance

Transportation incentives

Employee Assistance Program

Travel Assistance Program

Wellness program

Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employees hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the countys website at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Benefits.aspx or the Kitsap County Digital Benefits Guide.

  • Voluntary benefit options also available at the employees expense

Retirement:

Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security.

Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program

Holidays

11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year. One additional floating holiday after 10 years of service.

Vacation Leave

New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows:

Upon completion of 2 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month)

Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month)

Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month)

Sick Leave

All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next.

  • Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will be prorated*

Current County Employees

If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditors Payroll Division of a change in union status.

NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx

01

(REQ-1) I certify that I have read the complete job classification for this position and I am able to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

  • YES
  • NO

02

(REQ-2) I understand that all related experience must be listed under the Work Experience section of this application and that it must include a detailed explanation of my roles and responsibilities at each relevant employer. I also understand that resumes are not rated or reviewed for minimum and preferred qualifications and that an incomplete application or lack of details will disqualify my application. (Please note: The quality and completeness of the application will be considered in determining whether applicants will move to the next phase of the screening.)

  • YES
  • NO

03

Select how you meet the requirements for this position:

  • Bachelors in education, marketing, communications or related field; and 3 years experience working in communications promoting education, outreach, media campaigns, public relations, marketing research and analysis, community based social marketing, writing and managing grants, contract management, adult education, technical communication for non-technical audiences, behavior or organizational change, event planning, and facilitation.
  • Associates Degree in education, marketing, communications or related field; and 4 years experience working in communications promoting education, outreach, media campaigns, public relations, marketing research and analysis, community based social marketing, writing and managing grants, contract management, adult education, technical communication for non-technical audiences, behavior or organizational change, event planning, and facilitation.
  • 7 years experience working in communications promoting education, outreach, media campaigns, public relations, marketing research and analysis, community based social marketing, writing and managing grants, contract management, adult education, technical communication for non-technical audiences, behavior or organizational change, event planning, and facilitation.
  • No relevant experience or education.

04

Driving Standard: This position will be operating a county owned vehicle. Successful candidates must meet this driving standard to be considered for this position. The standard for operating a county owned vehicle is as follows: • The applicant MUST be 18 years of age and has their drivers license for at least one year. • The applicants license must be in good standing. (It cannot be suspended or contain restrictions that prohibit or impact the legal ability to operate vehicles or revoked once (or more) in the last three years.) • The applicants drivers record in the last three (3) years is clear from the following types of violations: o Reckless driving or similar offense o DUI conviction involving use of alcohol or drugs o Hit-an-run offense involving bodily injury or reportable damage o At-Fault collision (Two or more; or any at-fault collision resulting in a fatality) o All other traffic offenses (except parking violations) three (3) or more (or more than one in last 12 months) Please note: Any major traffic violations not listed in the above will be addressed on a case by case basis and could be a disqualifying factor for driving vehicles on County business

  • Yes, I meet this standard and have a clear driving record.
  • No, I do not meet this standard. (If your answer is no, you do not qualify for this position)

05

Driving Record: Your driving record for the last 3 years will be reviewed. Please list all traffic violations and/or pending driving charges for the last 3 years below. Exclude any parking violations or photo enforcement tickets. Include in your response the type of citation, date of citation and disposition.

06

Select all of the types of communications/marketing outreach/materials youve been responsible for creating in your past work experience:

  • Print Material - Examples: brochures, postcards, posters, etc.
  • Digital Media - Examples: email blasts, online brochures, story maps, etc.
  • Social Media
  • Advertising
  • Video Production
  • Web content/editing, including accessibility
  • Web development and management
  • Brand management and standards
  • Technical writing - Examples: technical memos, reports, grant applications, regulatory reporting, etc.
  • File management
  • None of the above.

07

Select all the types of software that you are proficient in:

  • MS Word
  • MS Excel
  • MS Outlook
  • Sharepoint
  • Adobe Creative Suite (Acrobat Pro, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, etc.)
  • Canva
  • WordPress
  • ArcGIS
  • None of the above.

08

Select all the areas you have work experience in: *Please make sure that if you select that you have experience in this area below; that it is also reflected in your employment history for verification of experience.

  • Public Communications
  • Project Management
  • Project or program communications and outreach, including developing and managing Communications Plans
  • New Accessibility standards for web content (provided by State and Local Government)
  • Media Campaigns
  • Public Relations
  • Marketing research and analysis
  • Technical communication for non-technical audiences
  • Change management
  • Event planning
  • Contract management
  • Budget management
  • Writing and managing grants
  • None of the above

09

Do you have experience managing communications projects? (This includes research, plan/scope, implementation, managing budget, procurement, stakeholders, reviewing deliverables, etc.)

  • YES
  • NO

10

If yes, explain your experience managing communications projects. Include in your response if you were responsible for planning, scope, implementation, managing budget, procurement, reviewing deliverables, etc. If no experience list NA.

11

Do you have any experience with public engagement and developing opportunities for public involvement and participation?

  • YES
  • NO

12

If yes, describe your experience in public engagement and developing opportunities for public involvement and participation. If no experience list NA.

Required Question

Employer Kitsap County

Address 614 Division St, MS#23A

Port Orchard, Washington, 98366

Phone 360.337.7185

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kitsap

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