{"id":34753,"date":"2020-10-21T11:20:11","date_gmt":"2020-10-21T18:20:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/?p=34753"},"modified":"2020-10-21T11:20:13","modified_gmt":"2020-10-21T18:20:13","slug":"job-transportation-planning-specialist-3-dept-of-transportation-olympia-wa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/job-transportation-planning-specialist-3-dept-of-transportation-olympia-wa\/","title":{"rendered":"Job: Transportation Planning Specialist 3, Dept. of Transportation (Olympia, WA)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: inherit;font-size: 1.25em;font-weight: 600\">Transportation Planning Specialist 3<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"container entity-details-tab active\">\n<div class=\"entity-standalone-header\">\n<div class=\"header-buttons\"><span style=\"font-size: inherit\">Salary\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tab-content entity-details-tabs\">\n<div id=\"info\" class=\"entity-details-container\">\n<div class=\"scrollable-container\">\n<div class=\"summary container\" data-printing-url=\"http:\/\/agency.governmentjobs.com\/washington\/job_bulletin.cfm?jobID=2881008&amp;sharedWindow=0\" data-location=\"Thurston County \u2013 Olympia, WA\" data-job-hits-counter-url=\"\">\n<div class=\"term-container\">\n<div class=\"row-fluid summary-section\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<div class=\"term-value\">$62,748.00 &#8211; $84,396.00 Annually<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-right\">\n<div id=\"location-label-id\" class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\"term-description\">Location<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<div class=\"term-value\">Thurston County \u2013 Olympia, WA<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid summary-section\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\"term-description\">Job Type<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<div class=\"term-value\">Full Time &#8211; Permanent<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-right\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\"term-description\">Department<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<div class=\"term-value department-name\">Dept. of Transportation<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid summary-section\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\"term-description\">Job Number<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<div class=\"term-value\">20DOT-HQ-00056<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid summary-section\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid summary-section\">\n<div class=\"span2\">\n<div class=\"term-description\">Closing<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" closing-info term-value\">10\/22\/2020 11:59 PM Pacific<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"container entity-details-content tab-content\">\n<div id=\"details-info\" class=\"tab-pane active\">\n<dl>\n<dt>Description<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p><strong>About WSDOT<\/strong><br \/>\nWashington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world&#8217;s longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world&#8217;s widest tunneling project.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Opportunity<\/strong><br \/>\nWSDOT is currently seeking an experienced GIS professional to fill the GIS and Data Systems Manager vacancy with the HQ Maintenance Operations Division. This position, within the Maintenance Technology branch, serves as the individual lead, data steward and systems manager as it relates to the development, delivery and analysis of statewide Maintenance operational and geospatial data. The successful candidate will apply technical knowledge to administer data management systems, implement daily quality assurance, be self-motivated, show the ability to maintain positive relationships with technical and non-technical customers and coworkers, and work independently.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What to Expect<\/strong><br \/>\nThis position applies advanced technical knowledge to administer the data management systems, such as the Highway Activities Tracking System (HATS), Automated Vehicle Locator (AVL) system and implements data quality assurance measures for current maintenance division asset management activities.<\/p>\n<p>Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, this Transportation Planning Specialist 3 will:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Serves as the independent lead, data steward and systems manager within the maintenance operations division as it related to the development, delivery and analysis of statewide Maintenance operational and geospatial data.<\/li>\n<li>Provides program assistance (creates maps, GIS datasets and performs analysis) to maintenance program managers (roadside, roadway, snow and ice etc.).<\/li>\n<li>Provides technical support, responds to information requests and data sharing from Regions, Executive management, Legislative staff and external partners, as it pertains to current maintenance management systems (HATS, AVL and future systems).<\/li>\n<li>Apply broad experience and knowledge of the agency\u2019s GIS data resources and GIS technology capacity as needed including during times where the Agency Emergency Operations Center is activated.<\/li>\n<li>Other duties as assigned.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Qualifications<\/strong><br \/>\nTo be considered for this opportunity, the following are\u00a0<u>required<\/u>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Bachelor\u2019s Degree in a related field to work being completed. (Equivalent years of experience in a professional role that is relevant can substitute.)<\/li>\n<li>Advanced knowledge of ESRI software (Arc GIS, Arc SDE, ArcGIS Server, Model Builder, Python and ArcGIS Online).<\/li>\n<li>Advanced knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server 2008, 2014 and Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio.<\/li>\n<li>Effective communication both verbally and in writing to various audiences.<\/li>\n<li>Valid Washington State Driver\u2019s License.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to travel to and from meetings onsite and offsite at different work locations with occasional overnight stays.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It is\u00a0<u>preferred<\/u>\u00a0that qualified candidates also have:<u><\/u><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Two (2) years professional level work applying geospatial technologies to meet business needs, troubleshoot and research technical GIS problems and teach others about the GIS concepts and principles needed to apply GIS tools properly.<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge of maintenance operations.<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge of GPS technology and highway surveying methods and concepts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Why WSDOT<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><u>Work-Life Balance<\/u>\u00a0\u2013 We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.<\/li>\n<li><u>Paid Leave<\/u>\u00a0\u2013 In addition to 10 paid holidays, full-time employees earn a minimum 14 paid vacation days per year!<\/li>\n<li><u>Tuition Assistance<\/u>\u00a0\u2013 Our employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.<\/li>\n<li><u>Plan\u00a0For Your Future<\/u>\u00a0\u2013 WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wsdot.wa.gov\/employment\/new-employee\/benefits.htm\" data-wplink-edit=\"true\">State Benefits<\/a>\u00a0for more information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>How to Apply<\/strong><br \/>\nApplications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the \u201cWork Experience\u201d portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Please click the &#8220;APPLY&#8221; button to proceed.<\/u><\/strong>\u00a0Note that you will be prompted to either sign in, or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.<\/p>\n<p><em>WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, as well as people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may\u00a0<\/em><em>contact the listed Recruiter.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit\u00a0<\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/\"><em>www.uscis.gov<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Contact us<\/strong><br \/>\nFor inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Eirik Landes at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:landese@wsdot.wa.gov\">landese@wsdot.wa.gov<\/a>. Please be sure to reference\u00a0<strong>20DOT-HQ-00056e<\/strong>\u00a0in the subject line.<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Apply here:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/washington\/jobs\/2881008\/transportation-planning-specialist-3\">https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/washington\/jobs\/2881008\/transportation-planning-specialist-3<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":8699,"featured_media":34097,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mi_skip_tracking":false,"_s2mail":"yes"},"categories":[14,15],"tags":[4,32,33,19,7,9],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/34753"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8699"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=34753"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/34753\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":34754,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/34753\/revisions\/34754"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/34097"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=34753"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=34753"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=34753"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}