Region GIS Applications & IT Supervisor, IT App Development - Journey

Salary : $90,084.00 - $121,176.00 Annually
Location : Kittitas County - Ellensburg, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2026-10-5245-09013
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

Description
Region GIS Applications & IT Supervisor, IT App Development - JourneyRecruitment #2026-10-5245
Full-time, Permanent, Represented position (WFSE)
Location: Southeast Region- Ellensburg, WA
Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered
Salary: $7,507.00 - $10,098.00 Monthly
Please 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.

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity for a Region GIS Applications & IT Supervisor within the Southeast Region, located in Ellensburg, WA. We are seeking an experienced IT professional who brings together advanced GIS application development expertise, technical problem-solving skills, and a passion for leading and developing others.

In this role, you will serve as the Region's senior GIS/Application Development professional while supervising a team of IT professionals who provide essential technology services to the Southeast Region. You will have the opportunity to develop innovative GIS applications and technical solutions, solve complex technology challenges, and support programs responsible for Washington's natural resources.

If you enjoy hands-on technical work, collaborative problem-solving, and helping others succeed, we encourage you to apply!
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 Information
Application 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 / or email us at

Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call or email Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-.

About the Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
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.
Our Vision: Our actions ensure a future where Washington's lands, waters, and communities thrive.
Our Mission: Manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington's lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations.
Our Values:

• Integrity-Staff who work at the Department of Natural Resources are principled and consistent on behalf of all Washingtonians.
• Respect-Employees value and respect the public DNR serves, and one another.
• Professionalism-The Agency is committed to professionalism and civil conduct.
• Joy-DNR's work involves some of the most pressing challenges and opportunities impacting Washington, which staff meet with curiosity and gratitude.

DNR provides excellent benefits, a few of which 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,
• 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 benefits package includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days. Visit for more information.

Additional Information:
This recruitment may be extended and used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty (60) days.

DNR does not use E-Verify; therefore, we cannot hire or extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT) Visas. For information, please visit

Veterans wishing to claim Veteran's preference, please attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 long-form copy), NGB 22, or a USDVA signed verification of service letter. Please black out all PII (personally identifiable information) data, such as Social Security numbers. We thank you and are grateful for your service!

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Natural Resources 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 with disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

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 or 1- or email

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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 covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave
Leave Sharing

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026
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Please specify where you originally learned of this employment opportunity.
02

Please describe what interests you about the Department of Natural Resources.
03

Please describe what a work environment based on diversity, equity, inclusivity and belonging means to you.
04

Which statement best describes your qualifications for this position?

• OPTION A: I have a 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, including application development and professional GIS work.
• OPTION B: I meet the minimum qualifications through an equivalent combination of education, training, and professional experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• OPTION C: I do not meet these qualifications at this time.

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If you selected OPTION A or C in the previous question, please type N/A. If you selected OPTION B, please describe the experience you gained through education, training, and/or professional experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
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Do you have professional experience developing, modifying, configuring, testing, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting applications, automated tools, scripts, or related technical solutions?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have 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?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have experience developing, modifying, testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining scripts or automated technical processes using Python or comparable scripting/programming technologies?

• Yes
• No

09

Do you have experience independently diagnosing and resolving complex application, GIS, data, software, configuration, mobile technology, or related technical issues?

• Yes
• No

10

Do you have experience performing technical supervisory functions such as mentoring, guidance and direction, project oversight and evaluation of work results for technical staff?

• Yes
• No

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Please briefly describe your experience supervising, leading, or mentoring professional IT employees. If you do not have this experience, type N/A.
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Please select ALL areas you have 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.
• None of the above.

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Do you currently require, or will you require in the future, employer sponsorship for a work visa? Please note that DNR does not use E-Verify and cannot extend STEM OPT.

• Yes
• No

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