Responsibilities:
This is a senior level IT management position (Assistant Division Manager – Deputy CIO) that provides innovative and strategic IT leadership and direction to the agency as it relates to the Operations Unit. Responsibilities include developing policy and associated governance structures and effectiveness measures for three key functional areas in the Division: IT Network Operations, Infrastructure Operations, and Customer Service Operations. This position is expected to coordinate technology strategy in concert with agency business objectives and priorities. Additionally, this position ensures all technology purchases align with state and agency hardware and software standards and direction.

Required Qualifications: 

• A minimum of five years of progressive IT management experience, including two years of experience directly supervising IT personnel in the area of technical infrastructure and its supporting systems.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of multiple IT disciplines such as: data management, IT security principles, local and wide area networks, data storage, and application architecture principles.
• Knowledge of management principles with an emphasis on team building and effectiveness.
• Knowledge of leadership/management techniques and principles in the areas of strategic and operational planning, budget preparation and implementation, personnel administration, and project management.
• Knowledge of business continuity and disaster recovery.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence
• All employees of the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) are required to be fully
  vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Vaccination status will be verified at the time an offer of employment is made. An accommodation may be available for individuals who have a sincerely held religious belief or a medical reason for not receiving the COVID-19 vaccination, based on the essential functions of this position.

Our ideal candidate will also have the qualifications listed below:

• Bachelors or Master’s degree in information technology, computer science, or related field.
• Experience with Agile methodology.
• Experience with LEAN management principles.
• Project management certification.
• Public sector information technology management experience.
• Public sector contracting experience.

Location: 
One of the world’s most scenic places, Washington State offers breathtaking discoveries for people who love natural beauty and outdoor recreation, from the Pacific Coast shores to the rugged Cascade Mountains to the rolling hills of the Palouse. Your office will be located in Olympia. For more information on this area visit, http://olympiawa.gov.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) is expected for most office activities. When approved to return, the incumbent is expected to report to their assigned duty station for work activities or may be approved for telework based on DNR’s telework policy.

About the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). 
Our mission is to manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington’s lands and waters to meet the needs economically and socially for current and future generations. At DNR we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally and are dedicated to serving Washington’s lands and communities through diversity, equity and inclusion. With nearly 1,500 employees in locations throughout Washington, we manage and protect more than 5 million acres of state-owned forest, range, commercial, agricultural and aquatic lands.

DNR provides excellent benefits, a few of those 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 benefit package that 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.

How to Apply: 
To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above). You must complete the entire online application to be considered for the position.

Once you submit your online application, you can check your status by logging into your account. If you experience technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application call NEOGOV toll-free at (855)524-5627 or email CareersHelp@des.wa.gov.

Application Requirements:

• Attach a letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile and the position required, desired and special requirements.
• Attach a resume describing your experience and qualifications.
• Provide three to five professional references – you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include with resume.
• Complete all supplemental questions.