Salary : $110,520.00 - $115,512.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Olympia, WA
Job Type: Exempt
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:
Department: Office of the Governor
Division: Office of Equity
Opening Date: 08/07/2026
Closing Date: 8/19/2026 12:00 PM Pacific

Description
As the Statewide Equity Analyst, you will help advance equitable outcomes across Washington State by using data to inform decision-making and improve government programs, services, and policies. Reporting to the Director of Innovation & Impact, you will serve as a technical expert and consultant, partnering with state agencies and community organizations to identify disparities, analyze root causes, measure outcomes, and evaluate the effectiveness of statewide initiatives. You will apply data science, informatics, and evaluation methods to develop meaningful analyses, performance measures, data visualizations, and accountability reports that support strategic decisions and continuous improvement. In this role, you will also provide technical guidance and consultation, helping partners use data to strengthen outcomes, improve accountability, and better serve Washingtonians.

*The starting salary offer will be determined based on the successful candidates' qualifications within the budgeted salary range of $110,5200 - $115,512 annually.

This is a remote position with schedule flexibility that requires travel in Washington State for meetings, events, and on-site work. The frequency of on-site work varies based on business and operational needs. The Governor's Office may choose, but is not required, to employ individuals who reside outside of Washington on a case-by-case basis.

Duties (Primary Functions)

Perform a Broad Range of Data Science and Informatics Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain analytical workflows that integrate data from multiple sources, including administrative systems, surveys, public datasets, and community-generated information.
• Design and implement reproducible analytical processes using tools such as SQL, Python, R, Power BI, Tableau, or similar technologies.
• Conduct data extraction, transformation, validation, and analysis activities.
• Contribute to development of enterprise data standards, reporting standards, and analytical practices.
• Support the design, implementation, enhancement, and evaluation of information systems and data solutions.
• Maintain documentation of data sources, methodologies, assumptions, and analytical processes.
• Assist with development of data governance, metadata, and data quality practices.
• Collaborate with information technology professionals and data stewards to support data integration and reporting initiatives.
• Develop process documentation and workflow analyses that support continuous improvement.

Conduct Research, Evaluation, and Accountability Analysis

• Conduct quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-method research to support policy, program, and systems change initiatives.
• Design and implement evaluation frameworks that assess effectiveness, outcomes, and impact.
• Develop performance measures, indicators, and accountability metrics.
• Support agency implementation of Results-Based Accountability (RBA) and other performance management frameworks.
• Analyze demographic, operational, financial, workforce, and programmatic data to identify disparities, trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Conduct root cause analyses and systems analyses that inform decision-making.
• Evaluate data quality, completeness, reliability, consistency, and usability.
• Develop recommendations that improve outcomes and advance equitable access to opportunities, power, and resources.
• Support development of statewide impact indicators and agency accountability measures.
• Prepare written reports, briefing materials, presentations, and recommendations for technical and non-technical audiences.

Develop Data Visualizations and Reporting Tools

• Design and maintain dashboards, scorecards, reports, and data visualizations that communicate complex information clearly and effectively.
• Translate technical findings into actionable information for agency leaders, policymakers, community members, and other stakeholders.
• Support development of statewide accountability and performance reporting tools.
• Create visualizations that help agencies monitor outcomes, identify disparities, and evaluate progress toward strategic goals.
• Present findings to internal and external audiences.
• Support public-facing reporting and transparency initiatives.

Provide Technical Assistance

• Consult with agencies regarding data collection, analysis, evaluation, performance measurement, and reporting.
• Assist agencies in identifying outcome measures, indicators, and improvement strategies.
• Support development of strategic plans, action plans, logic models, and accountability frameworks.
• Provide technical assistance related to demographic data, disaggregation, data quality, and reporting practices.
• Facilitate discussions regarding evidence-based decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Support agency capacity-building efforts related to data literacy and analytical practices.
• Collaborate with community partners to ensure analyses reflect community priorities and lived experiences.

Qualifications
All combinations of experience and higher education relevant to the position, including lived experience, volunteer (paid or unpaid) experience, or professional experience that demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work, will be considered.
Fundamental (Required)
You must have the lived, volunteer or professional experience and/or education that demonstrates your ability to:

1. Conduct data collection, research, analysis, evaluation, and performance measurement activities.
2. Analyze quantitative and qualitative data and communicate findings.
3. Develop reports, dashboards, scorecards, and visualizations.
4. Use analytical tools such as SQL, Python, R, Power BI, Tableau, Excel, or comparable technologies.
5. Apply research methods and analytical techniques to complex issues.
6. Develop performance measures, indicators, and evaluation frameworks.
7. Translate technical information into clear and actionable recommendations.
8. Support data-informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
9. Take action to learn and grow.
10. Take action to meet the needs of others.
11. Build collaborative relationships and partnerships.
12. Manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
13. Navigate complex and ambiguous situations.
14. Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.

In addition, to be part of the Equity Team you must demonstrate your ability to:

1. Educate others on the underlying context of systemic oppression (past and present) and respond to resistance in a clear and direct manner.
2. Lead change to remove barriers in policies, processes, and practices with unwavering principles and without regard for your personal comfort.
3. Advocate for the lived experiences, perspectives and needs of others to improve government services and their impact on people and communities.
4. Model cultural competence, humility, and responsiveness and cultivate a culture of belonging where each person feels their full, real self is accepted, respected, and reflected.

Added Value (Preferred)
Additional lived, volunteer or professional experience and/or education that demonstrates your ability to:

1. Apply Results-Based Accountability (RBA), Targeted Universalism, performance management, or similar frameworks.
2. Design and implement evaluation and accountability systems.
3. Develop statewide or enterprise-level performance measures.
4. Conduct demographic data disaggregation and equity analysis.
5. Support data governance and data quality initiatives.
6. Facilitate stakeholder engagement and consultation processes.
7. Develop policy, program, or systems-level recommendations.

If you have gotten this far and are thinking you do not qualify, consider again.Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the needed candidate for this or other roles.
Supplemental Information

Interested? Let us hear from you!
To apply, click "Apply" at the top of this page to start your application (you can save it and return to it if needed). Please include the following:

1. Attach a current resume that describes how your lived, volunteer, or professional experience and/or education make you competent and prepared for this job.
2. Attach a letter of interest that shares how you have made a difference when the stakes were high, and you may not have had much support.
3. Include three professional references, including your current or recent supervisor, with current telephone numbers and email addresses in your application.

To report accessibility barriers with the online application system and get assistance with submitting your online application, contact the Department of Enterprise Services' job seeker support at 360.664.1960 (877.664.1960) or You are also encouraged to view recommendations for assistive technology on the Accessibility Information Page at careers.wa.gov.

All applicants will be notified of their status in our process. The Office of Equity will contact the selected individuals directly to engage in our hiring process. For questions about this recruitment or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email Rob Bamba at For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

This position is exempt from civil service rules. For more information, please see WAC 357-19-195.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also cover