Salary : $90,084.00 - $121,176.00 Annually
Location : Kittitas County - Ellensburg, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:Department: Dept. of Natural Resources
Opening Date: 10/28/2026
Closing Date: 11/11/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step
DescriptionRegion GIS Applications & IT Supervisor, IT App Development - JourneyRecruitment #2026-10-5245
Full-time, Permanent, Represented position (WFSE)
Location: Southeast Region- Ellensburg, WAWork Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and consideredSalary: $7,507.00 - $10,098.00 MonthlyPlease 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.
Duties Responsibilities:- 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 Required Qualifications: You must meet all the Required Qualifications and Competencies to be considered for this position. There are multiple pathways to meet qualifications, such as education, volunteer work, life skills, and experience. Please clearly communicate in your application material that your skills align with the position and 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:These qualifications are not required. However, it can help you stand out as a candidate and should be highlighted in your application material.
- 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.
At DNR, we value diversity and inclusion and are committed to hiring the best candidate for the job. Don't let doubts stop you from applying for this position. If you have any questions about the qualifications, please email us at
Supplemental InformationApplication Requirements: Failure to provide the listed documents may result in disqualification. If you have questions or difficulty attaching these documents, please contact
- Online Application: Apply at (Click on the APPLY button above). You must complete the entire online application to be considered for the position.
- Cover Letter: Your cover letter should be tailored to this job posting. Be sure to highlight your qualifications for this role, directly address the position's requirements, and explain why you're the best candidate for the job.
- Resume: Your resume should include your work history, education, volunteer experience, life skills, and any other relevant information for the position.
- References: References are optional at the time your application is submitted. Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least three (3) professional references, to include a current or most recent supervisor, along with telephone numbers.
- Complete All Supplemental Questions: Answers to these questions will be used to evaluate candidates. Please provide comprehensive answers to all questions requiring a text response.
- Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (Social Security Number, year of birth, etc.).
- Email Communication: Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive these communications.
Questions? Please contact Esther Hernandez at /509.899.7004 or email us at
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