Searching for a Safety / Environmental job in Seattle.

People from Seattle -- is just like no one hiring?

I have been thoughtfully applying for positions in the safety, health, environmental field for nearly 6 months now. I have only gotten 2 interviews. Many declinations, and several I've never heard back from.

Is the market just horrible right now or am I not as employable as I thought? I have 10 years in the field and feel like my resume speaks for itself, but I'm just not getting any bites. I have another friend who moved there without a job and has been looking for 6 months and can't find a job either. They are as accomplished as any other graduate professional in their field.

What's the deal?