GIS Administrator

Salary: $7,010.00 - $9,429.00 Monthly
Location : Pierce County - Lakewood, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2026-03655
Department: Military Department
Division: Army Guard
Opening Date: 04/30/2026
Closing Date: 5/18/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
GIS Administrator

IT Application Development - Journey

Camp Murray, WA

This position reports to the Planning and Programing Branch Chief, with guidance and leadership from both the Master Planner and the Applications and Database Manager, the Construction & Facilities Management Office GIS Analyst / CAD technician independently provides professional level geospatial support for environmental and facilities programs and initiatives.

This is a civilian position and does not require military service affiliation.

About the Washington Military DepartmentProtecting people is our passion. At the Washington Military Department, we combine our unique talents to create safer communities and ensure our neighbors and loved ones can recover from whatever emergency might arise. Our agency unites civilian employees with members of the Washington National Guard, creating a team that is deeply committed to public service. We go home at night knowing that our day-to-day work supports activities that truly make a difference. Whether that's partnering with our communities to prepare for a disaster, leading an emergency response, hiring top-notch talent or supporting at-risk kids at our Washington Youth Academy - the Washington Military Department seeks to safeguard our way of life and those that call Washington home.
To learn more about the Washington Military Department, please visit

In addition to job fulfillment, the Washington Military Department offers an excellent benefits package which includes exceptional health care coverage, a retirement savings plan and job training opportunities.
Duties
Responsibilities Include:

Application Developer

• Analyze Construction & Facilities Management Office (CFMO) geographic product needs and requirements, collaborates with the Lead Applications and Database manager to translate those into application prototypes and support testing and customers.
• Maintains Geospatial Information System program procedures, processes and configuration documentation for
  Construction & Facilities Management Office web applications.
• Administrates the agency's ArcGIS Online (AGOL) geospatial web portal for the Military department's web-based
  geospatial applications.
• WebEOC GIS application developer for the Applications and Database Manager.
• Supports the development and implementation of the Military Department's enterprise web-based geospatial
  platform.

Data Management

• Provides CFMO geospatial related customer consultation, end-product design, application maintenance and quality assurance of geospatial and Computer-aided Design (CAD) data.
• Manages, maintains, and updates Common Information Picture (CIP) data model repository, extract translate and
  load (ETL) toolsets, and reports.
• Supports, maintains and updates Federal Geographic Data Committee metadata, Global Positioning System (GPS) data dictionaries, and pertinent information from GPS collection projects to enforce data integrity and
  compatibility for existing enterprise data schema and format.
• Maintains, monitors, tests, and analyzes load jobs for extract transform load (ETL) routines for quarterly CIP updates generation to the National Guard Bureaus
• Documents ETL data structure, metadata and ETL routines for transfer of CAD, GPS, and remote sensing data??
  for the Construction & Facilities Management Office's Spatial Data Standards for Facilities Installations and??
  Environment (SDSFIE) geospatial database.

System Administration

• Supports the CFMO independently or in collaboration with other IT staff to provide specific application and database technical support to ensure availability of applications and geospatial database systems.
• Plans and schedules the installation of system updates for associated Construction & Facilities Management Office CAD, GIS, and GPS systems to maintain software operational capability and security in coordination with the
  Applications and Database Manager and Network Operations Manager.
• Manages the accounts licensing portal for Construction & Facilities Management Office CAD, GPS, and remote
  sensing software systems.
• Plans, tests, and implements application configuration changes to support CAD and GPS systems to maintain
  integration and software versions with agency enterprise geospatial systems.

Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Four years of information technology experience such as analyzing, designing, programming, installing, and/or maintaining computer software applications, hardware, or telecommunications or network infrastructure equipment, or providing customer/technical support in information technology. (This experience may be gained concurrently with the experience listed above) AND
2. Four years of experience in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), cartographic principles, coordinating system transformations and Data Interoperability or similar toolsets.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Associate or higher-level degree in computer science, Geographic Information Science, Computer Aided Design (CAD), or related technology field.

Software Knowledge/Experience:

• Arc Server / SDE v10.xx
• Arc Desktop v10.xx
• Arc Pro v2.3 or higher
• Trimble Pathfinder Office v5.65
• Trimble Terrasync v5.65
• Trimble GEO 7Series GPS units
• Trimble S7
• High accuracy Global Positioning Systems

Certifications:

• Current certifications as a Microsoft Certified Professional Developer (MCPD) or a Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional (MCITP).

Experience:

• One year of data Analysis, database design, and database programming (advanced queries, stored procedures.

Skills & Abilities to:

• Ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
• Ability to take action to learn and grow.

Supplemental Information
Compensation: Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Investigation: Must successfully complete the appropriate background checks required for employment and to obtain/maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Common Access Card (CAC) required to access DoD computer systems. Must be willing to sign releases of information and shall not have access to any investigative materials and files. The processing of background checks can take up to six months post-employment. Failure to successfully pass a background check may be cause for termination.

Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS): Camp Murray uses the Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) for entry to the installation. Must meet access requirements / background check which can be found in the This includes possession of an Enhanced Driver's License, or other REAL ID Compliant Identification.

Union: This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees.

Driver's License:

1. Valid to drive in the State of Washington.
2. Must meet requirements of the REAL ID Act. This is required to obtain base access and will be required upon hire.

Work Hours: A choice between a Tuesday through Friday (4/10 schedule): Monday through Thursday (4/10 schedule): or Monday through Friday (5/8 schedule). Actual hours will start no earlier than 6:00 am and end no later than 6:00 pm, and will include core business hours of 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Telework: This position is eligible for telework. The incumbent will work with their supervisor to identify an appropriate work schedule and balance between remote and in person work based on operational need and employee preference. Reporting to the workstation for work activities or participating in-person meetings will be required.

Emergency Assignment:Upon activation of State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) or Joint Field Office (JFO), incumbent may be required to work in an alternate location with rotating shifts, including weekends and evenings, in a highly stressful and fast-paced environment.

Military Facility:Willingness to work on a Military Controlled Access Installation.

Travel:Occasional statewide travel may be required up to 5%, to include overnight stays.

Application Process

Individuals interested in applying for this position should select the "Apply" button and submit the following:

1. A current application profile,
2. Responses to the Supplemental Questions

** A resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience" section of the application.
If you have questions about the application process or this recruitment, please contact Geri Harding via email at:

The Washington Military Department 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 and/or limited English proficiency needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruitment Section of State Human Resources at: Email:Call: , or 711.
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

I have read and understand the working conditions listed in the Supplemental Information - Conditions of Employment section of the job posting and I'm able and willing to work under those conditions.

• Yes
• No

02

What is your highest level of education?

• No High School Diploma or GED
• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Technical/Vocational College Certificate
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree or higher-level degree

03

For Question #2 above, please list your degree major and number of credit hours in GIS.
04

Describe your experience using high accuracy Global Positioning Systems. Please be specific in your response as to specific duties performed and employer(s) in which you gained this experience.
05

Describe your experience creating and maintaining GIS & CAD software. Please include in your response specific duties performed and the employer(s) in which you gained this experience.
06

Select the software listed below that you have experience working with.

• Arc Server / SDE v10.xx
• Arc Desktop v10.xx
• Arc Pro v2.3 or higher
• Trimble Pathfinder Office v5.65
• Trimble Terrasync v5.65
• Trimble GEO 7Series GPS units
• Trimble S7
• High accuracy Global Positioning Systems
• I do not have experience with any of the software listed above.

07

For Question #6 above, for each software selected, please describe specific duties performed and the employer(s) in which you gained this experience.
08

Describe a situation where you had to adapt your usual way of doing things to better serve someone or a group of people with a background different that your own. What did you change, what was the outcome?
09

How did you learn about this job opportunity?
Required Question