Swinomish Department of Environmental Protection

Swinomish Department of Environmental Protection We protect and restore the natural environment, and the health and welfare of the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community for present and future generations.

Views on this page are those of members of our staff and not the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community. At the end of 2013, the Swinomish Senate and Committees decided to reorganize the former Planning office and establish the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). The DEP comprises all the environmental functions from the Planning Department including the Water Resources Program and the Enviro

nmental Compliance & Management Team that developed and matured within Planning. We continue our close collaboration with the Planning Department and new Lands Management Department in the same location. Our functions fall into three major categories with associated projects:
-Environmental research and monitoring: monitoring water levels and quality in freshwater streams, marine waters, wetlands and groundwater; beaches; habitat restoration; environmental human health; and environmental education;
-Environmental policy and ordinance development: Updates of ordinances to address climate change; and, drafts of Water quality standards and Aquifer protection ordinance;
-Environmental management: environmental permitting and compliance; environmental clean-up and spill response planning; air quality and indoor air assessments; and, noxious weed control.

Job Title: Environmental Grants Administrator 📚💸🌱 Position Summary: The position will coordinate and administer all majo...
09/03/2026

Job Title: Environmental Grants Administrator 📚💸🌱

Position Summary: The position will coordinate and administer all major grant functions for the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) in managing over 30+ grants/accounts that provide funding for environmental data collection, monitoring, restoration, clean up, and resource management for the Tribe’s natural resources on the Swinomish Reservation. This position requires professional and administrative work in researching, initiating, writing, coordinating and/or administering programs or projects involving federal, state, non-profit and contribution funding sectors. Grants Specialist will also monitor, communicate and evaluate grant agreement compliance and spending. Experience with Federal, State and local grant funding regulations, requirements, contracting, administration, and reporting requirements is crucial to the position.

For more information and qualifications see official job description for more details. Priority application review begins 9.12.26 then open until filled.
To apply please visit https://swinomish.bamboohr.com/careers/45

Job Title: Forest Ecologist 🌳🌲🪾Position Summary: The Forest Ecologist provides field, technical and scientific expertise...
09/03/2026

Job Title: Forest Ecologist 🌳🌲🪾

Position Summary: The Forest Ecologist provides field, technical and scientific expertise for the Tribe’s Vegetation Program, including development and implementation of the Swinomish Forest Management Plan, Integrated Vegetation Management Plan, revegetation and restoration plans for forested and non-forested sites, and applied ecological research that supports sustainable and resilient forest management. The Forest Ecologist prepares technical reports, supports permitting and environmental compliance, collaborates with Tribal departments and external partners, and provides overall leadership for the Vegetation field program. Supervised by the Environmental Manager, this position directly supervises up to five technical staff and oversees vegetation field operations conducted by Tribal staff and contractors.
For more information and qualifications see official job description for more details. Priority application review begins 9.12.26 then open until filled.
To apply please visit— https://swinomish.bamboohr.com/careers/44?source=aWQ9MjI%3D

🟢All 6 monitored beaches are SAFE for water contact! Happy swimming, paddling, and recreating. 🏊Next sampling is schedul...
09/02/2026

🟢All 6 monitored beaches are SAFE for water contact! Happy swimming, paddling, and recreating. 🏊
Next sampling is scheduled for 9/15/26.

In honor of the 20th annual Clam Bake here at Swinomish🦪— Join us in looking back at the first ever Clam Bake in 2006, w...
08/27/2026

In honor of the 20th annual Clam Bake here at Swinomish🦪— Join us in looking back at the first ever Clam Bake in 2006, which was hosted by the Swinomish Water Resources Program (which later became Swinomish DEP) at Lone Tree Point🌲! There was a strong emphasis on family connection🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒, community gathering🍽️🐟🦐🦪, and waste reduction♻️, which continues to this day!
Although the location has changed throughout the years and the event has grown in size, it’s our community that continues to keep this day special. As our elders say, “When the tide goes out, the table is set.”Come join us for fellowship, food, and the 20th Annual Clam Bake today at noon at swәdәbš Park. We will have DEP staff stationed by waste bins to help you know what dishes to compost. Raffle prizes to those who bring their own utensils! 🪎🎁

“We didn’t inherit this earth from our grandparents, or our parents, we borrowed it from our children. It’s just loaned to us, we are stewards of this earth.” — Brian Cladoosby, Swinomish Elder/ former Chairman

08/26/2026

🦪You’re gonna want to come to the Clam Bake tomorrow and you’re gonna want to bring your own utensils! 👀🍽️‼️🎁

DEP tries to make this event as waste-free as possible 🗑️♻️ so staff will be at stations to help sort out trash, compostable items, and recycling!
If you are able to, we encourage you to bring your own (reusable) plates and utensils 🍽️ to be entered into a raffle! We thank Cultural Dept and the Trading Post for getting us some great raffle items!

🟢All 6 monitored beaches are SAFE for water contact! Happy swimming, paddling, and recreating. 🏊Next sampling is schedul...
08/26/2026

🟢All 6 monitored beaches are SAFE for water contact! Happy swimming, paddling, and recreating. 🏊
Next sampling is scheduled for 8/31/26.

Recent news may have you asking what you can do to protect your home 🏡 from wildfires. Those of us who choose to live in...
08/26/2026

Recent news may have you asking what you can do to protect your home 🏡 from wildfires. Those of us who choose to live in beautiful places abundant with trees, such as the Salish Sea region🌳🌲🌊, benefit greatly from wildfire preparedness! There is lots homeowners can do to increase fire resiliency on their property. Even small actions and habits around your property can make a meaningful difference in reducing wildfire risk🌲🔥💨
1. Reduce fuels near your home⛽️
2. Maintain a defensible space💨
3. Stay informed and safe ‼️🚨

It’s time for our monthly molt hunt 🦀 Wednesday August 26th at Lone Tree point at 12:30 pm! Hope you see you there!     ...
08/20/2026

It’s time for our monthly molt hunt 🦀 Wednesday August 26th at Lone Tree point at 12:30 pm! Hope you see you there!

🟢All 6 monitored beaches are SAFE for water contact! Happy swimming, paddling, and recreating. 🏊Next sampling is schedul...
08/12/2026

🟢All 6 monitored beaches are SAFE for water contact! Happy swimming, paddling, and recreating. 🏊
Next sampling is scheduled for 8/18/26.

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La Conner, WA
98257

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Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 5:30pm

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