Region GIS Applications & IT Supervisor, IT App Development - Journey

Washington Department of Natural Resources; Washington; On-site; USD 84,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% supervisory pay

Job summary

Washington Department of Natural Resources is seeking a Region GIS Applications & IT Supervisor in Ellensburg, WA. This role leads a team of IT professionals delivering GIS applications and services to the Southeast Region.

You will supervise, develop, and implement GIS solutions, mentor staff, and collaborate with IT divisions and external partners to meet agency technology standards. This is a full-time, represented position with partial telework options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, GIS, geography, or related field with four years of IT experience.
• Experience developing, modifying, testing, and Troubleshooting GIS applications and tools.
• Experience using enterprise GIS technologies for spatial analysis and data management.
• Experience developing Python scripts or automation in professional environment.
• Knowledge of relational databases, data structures, and data integration.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain GIS applications and tools.
• Perform advanced GIS analysis and maintain geospatial datasets.
• Supervise Region IT Unit and mentor staff.
• Oversee IT service desk operations and resolve complex issues.
• Identify technology improvements and develop sustainable solutions.
• Collaborate with programs and IT partners to ensure standards compliance.

Skills

GIS development

Python scripting

IT leadership

Data management

Database knowledge

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT or GIS

Tools

ArcGIS

Python

Job description

Description

Region GIS Applications & IT Supervisor, IT App Development - Journey

Recruitment #2026-10-5245

Full-time, Permanent, Represented position (WFSE)

Location: Southeast Region- Ellensburg, WA

Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered

Salary: $7,507.00 - $10,098.00 Monthly

Please note: An additional 5% supervisory pay has been added to the base salary listed on this announcement.

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 11/4/26. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference? The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity for a Region GIS Applications & IT Supervisor within the Southeast Region, located in Ellensburg, WA. We are seeking an experienced IT professional who brings together advanced GIS application development expertise, technical problem-solving skills, and a passion for leading and developing others.

In this role, you will serve as the Region’s senior GIS/Application Development professional while supervising a team of IT professionals who provide essential technology services to the Southeast Region. You will have the opportunity to develop innovative GIS applications and technical solutions, solve complex technology challenges, and support programs responsible for Washington's natural resources.

If you enjoy hands-on technical work, collaborative problem-solving, and helping others succeed, we encourage you to apply!

Duties

• Design, develop, modify, test, implement, maintain, and troubleshoot GIS applications, automated tools, scripts, and web-based and mobile GIS solutions
• Perform advanced GIS analysis; develop and maintain geospatial datasets, technical tools, and data solutions supporting Region programs and field operations
• Supervise and provide technical leadership to the Region IT Unit, including assigning and prioritizing work, evaluating performance, mentoring employees, and supporting professional development
• Oversee the Region’s IT service desk operations, provide technical guidance to customer support staff, and assist with troubleshooting and resolving IT service requests and complex technical issues as needed
• Evaluate existing and emerging GIS and application technologies, identify opportunities for technical improvements, and develop reliable, sustainable solutions
• Collaborate with Region programs, DNR IT Division, and other technical partners to identify technology needs, coordinate solutions, and ensure compliance with agency technology standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Geographic Information Systems, Geography, or a related field AND four (4) years of professional information technology experience that includes application development and professional GIS work;
  OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and professional experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Professional experience developing, modifying, configuring, testing, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting applications, automated tools, scripts, or related technical solutions.
• Professional experience using enterprise GIS technologies to perform spatial analysis; develop and maintain geospatial data; develop, configure, or support GIS applications and tools; and resolve complex GIS technical issues.
• Experience developing, modifying, testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining scripts or automated technical processes using Python or comparable scripting/programming technologies.
• Knowledge of relational databases, data structures, data management principles, application dependencies, system interfaces, and methods for integrating or exchanging data between applications and technical systems.
• Knowledge of professional application development practices, including requirements clarification, solution design, configuration or development, testing, implementation, documentation, maintenance, version/change management, and troubleshooting.
• Experience independently diagnosing and resolving complex application, GIS, data, software, configuration, mobile technology, or related technical issues.
• Experience performing technical supervisory functions such as mentoring, guidance and direction, project oversight and evaluation of work results for technical staff.
• Experience and competency with:
  • GIS application development, configuration, analysis, and data-management principles
  • Scripting, automation, application development, testing, implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting practices
  • Relational databases, data structures, data quality, and technical dependencies
  • Technical problem-solving and root-cause analysis
  • IT security, accessibility, documentation, and technology standards applicable to assigned work
  • Principles of technical project planning, workload prioritization, and resource coordination.
• Accustomed to:
  • Independently analyzing complex technical problems and developing, testing, implementing, and maintaining effective technical solutions
  • Evaluating technical alternatives, limitations, dependencies, risks, maintainability, and support requirements and communicating technical recommendations.
  • Translating operational or user requirements into appropriate technical requirements and solutions
  • Communicating complex technical information effectively to technical and non-technical audiences
  • Managing multiple technical assignments and competing priorities while maintaining reliable IT services and meeting established deadlines
  • Collaborating effectively with multiple natural resource programs, ITD, other technical professionals, vendors, and external partners as necessary to accomplish technical work.

Required Competencies:

• Problem Solving - Resolves difficult or complicated challenges.
• Decision-Making & Judgment - Makes timely, informed decisions that consider the facts, goals, constraints, and risks.
• Staff Management - Manages staff in ways that improve their ability to succeed in their job.
• Planning & Organizing - Defines tasks and milestones to achieve objectives, while ensuring the optimal use of resources to achieve those objectives.
• Providing Consultation - Partners with clients to identify and resolve complex or sensitive issues.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations, and public records retention, and ensure requests are followed.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

Special Requirements and Conditions of Employment:

• Work is primarily performed in an office environment with occasional work at Region work centers or other field locations to support business and technology needs. Position may occasionally transport and set up IT/GIS equipment weighing up to approximately 50 lbs.
• Position requires occasional travel, primarily within the Southeast Region, to attend meetings, consult with customers, support implementation of IT/GIS solutions, provide escalated technical support, or meet other business needs. Travel is generally completed within the workday.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience developing or supporting solutions within the ESRI ArcGIS platform or the agency’s current enterprise GIS environment.
• Experience with web-based and mobile GIS applications and field-data collection technologies.
• Experience developing Python scripts or comparable automation solutions in a professional environment.
• Experience working with enterprise application environments, APIs, integrations, or automated data exchange.
• Experience supervising, leading, or mentoring professional IT employees.
• Experience providing technical services in a decentralized organization supporting multiple programs or geographically dispersed customers.
• Knowledge of natural resource management, land management, wildfire, regulatory, or other DNR program environments.

We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to hiring the best candidate for the job. If you have any questions about the qualifications, please email us at [e-mail].

Supplemental Information

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

At DNR, we value diversity and inclusion and are committed to hiring the best candidate for the job.

DNR provides excellent benefits, a few of which include:

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women's Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)
• Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups, visit here to learn more
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Educational and career development aid
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
• A comprehensive benefits package includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.

This recruitment may be extended and used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty (60) days.

DNR does not use E-Verify; therefore, we cannot hire or extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT) Visas. For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

Veterans wishing to claim Veteran’s preference, please attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 long-form copy), NGB 22, or a USDVA signed verification of service letter. Please black out all PII (personally identifiable information) data, such as Social Security numbers. We thank you and are grateful for your service!

Our Vision: Our actions ensure a future where Washington's lands, waters, and communities thrive.

Our Mission: Manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington’s lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations.

Our Values:

• Integrity - Staff who work at the Department of Natural Resources are principled and consistent on behalf of all Washingtonians.
• Respect - Employees value and respect the public DNR serves, and one another.
• Professionalism - The Agency is committed to professionalism and civil conduct.
• Joy - DNR's work involves some of the most pressing challenges and opportunities impacting Washington, which staff meet with curiosity and gratitude.