L&I IT Application Development Entry

Salary : $79,812.00 - $107,328.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Tumwater, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2026-06221
Department: Dept. of Labor & Industries
Division: Information Technology - Applications & Data Management
Opening Date: 08/17/2026
Closing Date: 8/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step

Description
Our Mission: Keep Washington Safe and Working!Our Values: Customer Focus, One L&I, Respect, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Learning and Growth, Reliability
Be part of a team that powers the technology behind critical public services.

The Information Technology Division serves as the backbone of innovation for the Department of Labor & Industries (L&I), delivering impactful technology solutions that directly support the agency's mission and business priorities. As a member of this team, you won't just build applications, you'll help drive the systems that support essential functions like Budget, Human Resources, Security, and Workplace Safety & Health.

In this role, you'll be trusted to develop, enhance, and maintain high-visibility, mission-critical enterprise applications that support the BOSS development teams. Your work will directly influence systems that support the Office of Human Resources, Budget Office, Internal Audit, and Information Technology Security Office divisions of Labor and Industries.

A significant focus of this position will be the use of Microsoft's Power Platform, including Power Apps (canvas and model-driven), Power Automate, and Dataverse, to build and modernize applications, automate workflows, and streamline how L&I employees interact with agency data. You'll apply Power Fx, JavaScript, and REST API integration skills to connect Power Platform solutions to enterprise data sources and extend low-code development into production-ready, enterprise-grade tools.

Working in a collaborative, agile environment, you'll contribute to a high-performing team that values innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. Using modern tools like Azure DevOps and a structured software development lifecycle (SDLC) approach, you'll help deliver high-quality solutions while continuously refining processes and practices.
If you're looking for a role where your technical expertise has real-world impact and where your contributions are both valued and visible. This is your opportunity to make a difference!
Duties
Here is some of what you will be doing:

• Application Development, including:
  • Develop and maintain software applications, application interfaces and web services.
  • Understands business requirements and how they translate to application features.
  • Understands dependencies across multiple applications when developing, maintaining, and making enhancements to applications.
  • Performs unit and integration testing.
  • Conducts functional and non-functional testing
  • Resolves technology issues related to server environment, platform, software, and hardware requirements.
  • Troubleshoots and debugs applications, interfaces, and web services .
• Application Development- Process and Documentation, including:
  • Uses the software development lifecycle process to plan, analyze, design, develop, and test applications and application interfaces.
  • Uses AzureDev Ops to manage source code, track work efforts, manage requirements, track bugs, manage software releases, track development tasks, and manage product backlogs.
• Application Development Research, including:
  • Research complex technical issues related to application development, database structure, application platform, configuration, application performance, security and data integrity.
  • Stay current on trends in .NET, SQL, Java, Windows server, networking, security, database modeling, cloud computing, and integrating applications.

Qualifications
Required

• 4 years of demonstrated information technology experience in the following areas:
  • Analyzing, designing, consulting, developing, and/or supporting software products.
  • Utilizing Visual Studio and .NET programming.
  • Using MS SQL Server.
  • Utilizing JQuery, Bootstrap, JavaScript or other related JavaScript Framework.
  • Understanding complex application design patterns.
  • Using agile and scrum development methodologies.
  • Managing application source control processes and tools.

OR

• A bachelor's degree in computer science

AND

• The ability to take action to learn and grow.

• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Supplemental Information
Things You Need to Know

At L&I, your voice matters. In addition, L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3.3 million workers. Take a look at this and learn more about why L&I is an employer of choice.

L&I provides a modern work environment and excellent benefits including paid leave, tuition reimbursement, Infants at Work Program and a generous retirement package for qualified employees at the end of their career. Click on the "Benefits" tab to learn more.

We value our employees and their work-life balance. We support a hybrid work model and offer flexible custom work schedules. This position is eligible for a flexible schedule (4/10's, 9/80's, 5/8's, etc.) upon approval by management.

For this position, teleworking may be up to full time with the expectation of attending in person meetings and training occasionally or upon business needs. The assigned duty station for this position is Tumwater, WA.

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Application Process

To be considered for this opportunity, you must submit a completed online application.

A resume and cover letter are not required and will not be used in lieu of a complete application.

Please ensure your application includes detailed work history that clearly demonstrates how your experience relates to the qualifications and responsibilities of this position. For each position listed, include specific duties, project(s), accomplishments, and relevant skills that showcase your experience.

You are also required to provide three (3) professional references with current telephone numbers. References should be individuals who can speak to your work performance, skills, and professional experience.

***Applications with incomplete work history, missing employment information, or references to a resume in place of detailed work experience, or fewer than three (3) professional references with current telephone numbers may be considered incomplete and may not be considered for further review.

Your application materials will be used to determine whether you meet the qualifications for this position and advance in the selection process.

Please do not attach or place any medical information within the application, experience or work history. If you do, we will have to reject your application to safeguard others from receiving your confidential information. You will have to remove the confidential information before you can apply again.

To learn more about our hiring process timeline at L&I please visit our L&I recruiting page at If you would like to read our website in a language other than English, scroll up to the top of the page to select your language of choice from the banner.
Background Check Notice

Prior to a placement in this position, a background check, including criminal history record will be conducted. Information from your background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining your eligibility to perform the requirements of the position.

Other information

• IT position applicants that are selected to move forward in this hiring process will receive an email skills assessment invitation within 3 weeks of your application being accepted. An applicant may complete the assessment when ready, but the invitation to complete the assessment will expire 5 days after the invitation was sent. Once you start the assessment, you will be required to complete it. You cannot start your assessment and then come back to it later. Please look in your email inbox or spam as these invitations are sent by CodeSignal.
• For positions requiring travel, you must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and have insurance if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
• This position is represented bytheWashington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
• Candidates who are offered a job with L&I must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
• The Department of Labor & Industries complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal employment eligibility verification form, I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment.
• Please note: L&I may use this announcement to fill multiple permanent and/or non-permanent positions.

Did You Know?

Washington is to live, play, and work, according to U.S. News (2021). Join the L&I team and enjoy all the Evergreen State has to offer.

In addition to offering a positive balance between life and work, L&I provides one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We also believe your voice matters. We value our employees and their work-life balance by encouraging flexible schedules. L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3 million workers.
Veterans Preference

Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach to their application a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as Social Security numbers. For further information, contact L&I's

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer

L&I employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contributes to the success of the agency mission. Having a diverse workforce is this agency's greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures to provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone and we strongly mean everyone.

The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need accommodation in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call . TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.

You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.
For more Information

If you have any questions regarding this announcement, program, or the agency please contact Jason Stedman at
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
01

How did you learn of this employment opportunity?

• WorkSource Center or Website (WorkSourceWA.com)
• L&I Talent Management Consultant
• L&I Employee
• Professional/Personal Network
• Monster
• College/University Website/Career Fair
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Verg
• Craigslist
• Indeed
• Twitter
• Job Fair (Military)
• Career Fair
• EHS Careers
• American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA)
• Radio Advertisement
• Newspaper/Magazine
• L&I Website
• Other

02

If you indicated "Other" please specify where you heard about this position.
03

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for an immigration-related employment benefit?

• Yes
• No

04

PLEASE READ THE BELOW AND TYPE YOUR INITIALS IN RESPONSE TO ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE STATEMENTS.
I will NOT attach or place any medical information within the application, resume, or cover letter. If I do, I understand that it will be rejected and I may be provided an opportunity to apply again without including my confidential health information, while the posting is still open and applications are being accepted.
I will not share my medical information with hiring managers or interview panels.

05

Which of the following best describes your IT experience?

• 4 years of demonstrated information technology experience
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or closely related field
• I have less than 4 years IT experience or I do not have a degree in computer science or closely related field.

06

Please indicate all of the areas in which you possess 4 years of demonstrated information technology experience:

• I don't possess this experience
• Analyzing, designing, consulting, developing, and/or supporting software products
• Utilizing Visual Studio and .NET programming
• Using MS SQL Server
• Utilizing JQuery, Bootstrap, JavaScript or other related JavaScript Framework
• Understanding complex application design patterns
• Using agile and scrum development methodologies.
• Managing application source control processes and tools

07

Which of the following best describes your experience in information technology across areas such as software development, .NET/Visual Studio, MS SQL Server, JavaScript frameworks, application design patterns, and source control?

• I have not performed this type of work
• I have assisted others or had limited exposure to these areas but did not lead or independently perform the work
• I have independently applied these skills to support routine or moderately complex applications or projects
• I have independently applied these skills to design, develop, and support complex, enterprise-level applications, including work involving multiple technologies and high-impact systems

08

Which best describes your experience working within an Agile/Scrum development environment?

• No experience with Agile/Scrum
• Familiar with Agile/Scrum concepts but have not worked on an Agile team.
• Have worked as a team member on a Agile/Scrum development team
• Have served in a Scrum related role (e.g. Scrum Master, Product Owner) or regularly facilitated Agile Ceremonies.

09

Which of the following application development duties have you personally performed in a prior role?

• Designed or contributed to application architecture/design decisions
• Developed new application features from business requirements
• Wrote unit and/or integration tests
• Debugged and resolved production application issues
• Created technical documentation (specs, release notes, deployment plans, etc.)
• Participated in code reviews
• Deployed application releases to a production environment
• None of the above

10

Which of the following testing and quality assurance activities have you performed? (Select all that apply)

• Wrote and executed unit tests
• Wrote and executed integration tests
• Performed manual/functional testing
• Worked with QA staff to define or validate acceptance criteria
• Wrote test plans or test cases
• None of the above

11

Which of the following tools within Power Platform do you have experience with? (Select all that apply)

• I don't possess this experience
• Power Apps (Canvas)
• Power Apps (Model-driven)
• Power Automate
• Dataverse (database/data modeling)
• Connecting Power Platform solutions to data sources (SQL, Server, REST API's, etc)

12

Which best describes your hands-on experience with the Power Platform?

• No experience with Power Platform tools
• Familiar with Power Platform concepts but have not built or maintained a Power Platform solution.
• Have built and maintained Power Apps and/or Power Automate solutions as part of a team.
• Have independently designed ad delivered enterprise-level Power Platform solutions, including Dataverse data modeling, and integration with external data sources or REST API's.

13

Please describe a Power Platform solution you personally built or significantly contributed to. Include specific components used (e.g. canvas or model-driven Power Apps, Power Automate flows, Dataverse tables), the problem solved, and your role in the data modeling or integration work (e.g., connecting to SQL Server or REST API's).
14

Are you a Washington State resident or willing to relocate to WA?

• Yes
• No

15

The application process requires that you submit a completed work history and 3 professional references. Please click below to indicate that you have completed the required work history and professional references.

• Yes, I have completed the work history portion of my application and included 3 professional references.
• No

Required Question