Employment Opportunities

We welcome applicants for positions as they become available.  Current openings are posted here; for additional openings go to the UW employment page.

To check on the status of your application, see the UW Hires website.

Washington Sea Grant provides a range of critical support to the State of Washington that includes marine research, outreach, communication and education services. The program actively addresses relevant economic and environmental challenges facing our ocean and coasts. With over 30 communicators, educators and field agents located in eight coastal counties, the program’s expertise ranges from oceanography and fisheries to economics and urban planning.  An overview of Washington Sea Grant is outlined in our factsheet and key program highlights are illustrated in this infographic.

Job Openings

Human Resources and Equity Manager

Are you a human resources professional with a passion for diversity, equity and inclusion? Apply to join our team!

Washington Sea Grant (WSG) is hiring a Human Resources and Equity Manager to support and manage our growing team and ensure a welcoming, inclusive environment for all staff. This position will play a key role in WSG recruitment, talent management, and retention, ensuring HR processes run both smoothly and equitably. This position will also take the lead on efforts to integrate diversity, equity, inclusion, justice and accessibility (DEIJA) throughout WSG policies and practices. In particular, the position will involve strong collaboration with WSG’s Employee Engagement Collectives, DEI Strategy Team, and Leadership Team. Overall, the Human Resources and Equity Manager will contribute to the day-to-day details of onboarding, payroll coordination, performance evaluations, and the like as well as spearhead broader WSG strategy around diversity, equity, inclusion, justice and accessibility.

We are seeking candidates with a background in human resources, administration, social work, or another closely related field. Although you’ll see requirements in our posting, we recognize that people come with relevant talents and lived experiences outside of formal job experience. WSG values diverse backgrounds, abilities, and ways of knowing, and we warmly welcome candidates from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

This is a part-time (75% FTE) position with an expected salary of 75% of $6,250 – $7,084 per month depending on experience. This position is located in Seattle, WA. WSG employees enjoy a hybrid work culture.

This position will remain open until filled. To learn more and apply, please visit the UW HIRES website. We look forward to reviewing your application!