Please see the following website for application link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/2558740/spatial-database-administrator-it-data-management-journey?department[0]=Dept.%20of%20Ecology&sort=PostingDate%7CDescending&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Unit within the Information Technology Services Office (ITSO) at our Headquarters building in Lacey, WA is currently looking to fill a permanent Spatial Database Administrator (Data Management – Journey)) position. The GIS Unit is a cross-functional team of 8 GIS professionals who are dedicated to providing valuable geospatial solutions, data, and support to staff and citizens to realize Ecology’s mission.
In this role, you will work in a supportive and professional environment with fantastic people who are passionate about the environment and GIS, understand the importance of work-life balance, and are focused on continual improvement and learning. You will contribute to diverse projects assisting GIS users and providing technical expertise for the entire Ecology enterprise designing, creating, modifying, and reviewing spatial data. You will work closely with internal and external customers and the development teams to improve existing systems and processes. Your work will directly support the creation of new science and policy that is focused on making measurable improvements in the environment of the State of Washington.
We are looking for candidates who are business focused that pay attention to detail, enjoy problem solving, and possess excellent people skills that can translate technology speak to non-technical people. Applicants must have proven proficiency with ArcGIS software and spatial data management and design. The candidate must develop relationships and communicate effectively with the development staff and other administrators.
As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington’s environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism and accountability.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram or our blog.
Duties
Some of the key activities of the Spatial Database Administrator are:
- Acquire and update spatial datasets for Ecology GIS users and the public.
- Improve data management through automation.
- Provide helpdesk support to GIS users.
- Engage with Ecology’s business to determine spatial data needs.
- Maintains Ecology’s GIS data catalog so that is current, useful, and accurate for Ecology staff and the public.
- Finds spatial data sources that meet business needs.
- Improves efficiency by creating automated update processes.
- Helps determine how Ecology users access spatial datasets.
- Helps Ecology users solve their GIS problems.
This recruitment will remain open until filled. The next screening will be September 17, 2019. In order to be considered for the next screening, please submit an application on or before September 16, 2019. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
An Associate’s degree or higher in Computer Science; GIS applied science or completion of a two year accredited vocational training program in GIS, programming, information technology or related program.
AND
Two years recent professional level experience using Esri ArcGIS technology (ArcGIS Desktop and Server, ArcGIS Online and ArcSDE products). Experience includes but not limited to analyzing, designing, implementing, maintaining and/or programming in large-scale and/or organization-wide information systems.
OR
Four years recent professional level experience using Esri ArcGIS technology (ArcGIS Desktop and Server, ArcGIS Online and ArcSDE products). Experience includes but not limited to analyzing, designing, implementing, maintaining and/or programming in large-scale and/or organization-wide information systems.
Why work for Ecology?
Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State’s environment.
A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping the health and financial security of you and your family a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to work/life balance.
Ecology employees may be eligible for the following:
Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), Vacation, Sick, and other Leave*, 11 Paid Holidays per year*, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Long Term Disability & Life Insurance, Deferred Compensation Programs, Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), Employee Assistance Program, Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader), Combined Fund Drive, SmartHealth
Student debt and how working for Ecology can help
Employees may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, which forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer. See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
*See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information
Supplemental Information
Application Instructions
Please include the following documents as an attachment to your application:
- Letter of Interest that address your interest and ability to perform the responsibilities.
- Three professional references.
- A current professional resume.
Failure to provide the above documents may disqualify you from further consideration.Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable.
Please complete the applicant profile when applying for this position.
Please read the supplemental questions carefully and answer completely. Incomplete responses, including “please see resume” may disqualify you from further consideration.
Department of Ecology employees, please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources.
If you are reading this announcement in print format, please visit www.careers.wa.gov to access the online recruitment system. Click on “Look for Jobs” and select Dept. of Ecology under the “Department” search list. Click “Apply Search.”
Other Information
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile’s main page.
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Christina Kellum at: christina.kellum@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not contact Christina to inquire about the status of your application.
The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
This position is included in the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) union bargaining unit for the Department of Ecology.
The Washington State Department of Ecology 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 of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.