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GIS Application Development Supervisor (IT App Developer – Expert)
State of Washington
Dept. of Transportation
Location
Washington, 98504
Salary
$107,364 - $144,372
per year
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves leading a small team of developers to create and maintain GIS software systems that help manage transportation data across Washington State, such as highway maintenance and planning tools.
You'll guide the team's work, plan upgrades, and ensure everything runs smoothly in both office and field settings.
It's a great fit for someone with deep experience in GIS technology and leading tech teams who enjoys solving complex data problems for public infrastructure.
Key Requirements
- Significant experience architecting, designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise-scale GIS applications
- Advanced expertise in Esri-based GIS platforms and tools
- Proven skills in managing and supervising application development teams, including workload scheduling and performance guidance
- Knowledge of enterprise systems architecture, including integration with on-premise and cloud-based environments
- Experience with linear referencing systems and GIS functions for field data collection (e.g., GPS, LiDAR, video/photo log)
- Ability to develop strategic plans, policies, and standards for GIS technology implementation and software upgrades
- Strong technical troubleshooting skills for GIS servers, applications, and related infrastructure
Full Job Description
About WSDOT
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence.
Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state.
In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds the record for the world’s widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!
The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking an expert-level IT professional to serve as the Geographic Information System (GIS) Application Development Supervisor in Tumwater, WA and lead a team of four other GIS application developers.
This position is located within WSDOT’s Multimodal Planning and Data Division, GIS and Roadway Data Office, and will provide strategic leadership for the development, integration, and support of Esri-based GIS applications and systems that enable the collection, management, and distribution of critical transportation data statewide.
In this role, you will work independently and in close coordination with Technology Services Division (TSD) application development, infrastructure, and network teams, ensuring GIS architecture aligns with agency modernization efforts while maintaining reliable service delivery.
The GIS Application Development Supervisor will also provide expert consultation to agency leadership and architects enterprise GIS solutions that leverage linear referencing systems and other GIS functions in field data collection platforms, on-premise systems, and cloud-based environments.
These solutions support core WSDOT business activities such as highway performance management, maintenance operations, project development, planning, and environmental compliance.
Strong candidates will demonstrate advanced GIS and Esri platform expertise, enterprise systems architecture experience, and application development team management skills.
What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the GIS Application Development Supervisor will:
- Use a strong understanding of industry standard programming techniques and methodologies to guide GIS application developers to ensure a high level of team performance.
- Schedule and monitor team workload, report team activity to ensure timely delivery.
- Carry out responsibilities for agency’s strategic planning and policy development for GIS Application and System Development.
- Develop acquisition and implementation plans for the development and support of Enterprise GIS systems.
- Plan, organize, and guide the implementation of server and application software upgrades.
- Provide advanced technical troubleshooting and issue resolutions to WSDOT server and application development staff.
- Develop agency wide standards methods and processes for GIS technology implementation
- Perform GIS server and mobile system monitoring/management activities.
- Provides guidance for the development, or acquisition, of field location data collection applications/systems involving GPS, video/photo log, culvert inspection, LiDAR, and GIS technologies.
Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:
- Enterprise GIS Application Development: Significant experience and demonstrated ability to architect, plan, design, develop, implement, and maintain enterprise-scale and public-facing GIS applications using modern programming languages and development methodologies such as Powershell, C#, Python, ASP.Net, WDF, HTML, JavaScript/TypeScript, XML, and SQL.
- GIS Technical Expertise (Esri Platforms): In-depth knowledge of GIS principles, spatial data formats, spatial analysis techniques, and expert-level proficiency across Esri ArcGIS platforms, including ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Pro, and ArcGIS Online.
- GIS Server and Systems Architecture: Demonstrated expertise and expert-level experience in designing, implementing, administering, and maintaining robust, scalable, multi-tier GIS server architectures in distributed Windows Server environments to support enterprise-wide needs.
- Enterprise Systems Design and Integration: Ability to design scalable, integrated GIS application and system architectures that support single- and multi-agency use and align with organizational and enterprise objectives.
- Application Development Leadership: Ability to lead GIS application development efforts, make critical architectural and design decisions, oversee system modifications, and ensure effective application lifecycle support.
- Technical Team Leadership and Mentorship: Demonstrated skills and proven ability to organize, coordinate, mentor, and coach GIS developers working independently or collaboratively, including providing technical guidance and estimating workloads and required skill sets.
- Project Planning and Delivery: Ability to plan, research, analyze, document, scope, define requirements, and estimate complex GIS application development and enterprise system administration projects.
- Infrastructure, Security, and Administration: Demonstrated knowledge of application infrastructure configuration, system security principles, and administrative best practices supporting enterprise GIS environments.
- Database Management and Optimization: In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with spatial and non-spatial databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server), including performance optimization and strong SQL proficiency for GIS applications.
- Cross-Functional and Matrixed Team Leadership: Demonstrated ability to effectively lead technical and non-technical teams, including individuals outside of a direct reporting structure, to ensure successful project execution.
- Effective Communication Skills: Ability to clearly communicate complex technical information orally and in writing to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
- Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
- Linear Referencing Systems (LRS): Experience applying Linear Referencing Systems within GIS environments to support transportation data management and analysis.
- Advanced GIS Technical Proficiency: Working knowledge and practical experience with Esri platforms, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Server, and Portal.
- Programming and Data Acquisition Systems: Technical experience programming in VB.NET to support data acquisition or data collection systems.
- Operating Systems Administration: Technical experience managing and supporting Windows Server and Windows Client operating systems.
- Project Planning and Application Delivery: Demonstrated ability to apply project management practices to the planning and development of software applications.
- Mobile and Field Data Solutions: Ability to design, implement, and support real-time mobile data acquisition systems.
- Advanced Programming and Code Review: Ability to direct, review, and troubleshoot programming work performed by self and others.
- Windows Internals and Component Architecture: Strong understanding of Windows internals, COM architecture, and system-level software interactions.
- Mobile Hardware and Systems Integration: Working knowledge of electronic circuits and the ability to troubleshoot mobile hardware systems in field environments.
- Analytical and Mathematical Foundations: Knowledge of computational geometry and mathematical concepts relevant to spatial analysis.
*To review the full Position Description, please follow the directions in the Contact Us section of this posting.
Important Notes
- This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
- This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options. In-person/in-office work is required at least monthly.
- WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit, please visit www.uscis.gov
In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position.
For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.
Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
Why WSDOT
- Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including telework options for eligible positions.
- Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
- Tuition Assistance – Permanent 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.
- Plan For Your Future – 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 State Benefits for more information.
Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?
How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:
- An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
- An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
- Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. NOTE: This information may be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.
Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note 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.
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.
All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply.
Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.
Contact Us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at Robyn.Lovely@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 26DOT-HQ-00002 in the subject line.
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