Lead GIS Developer DOH8790

Full Job Description

Lead GIS Developer

Office of Innovation and Technology | Remote | PERMANENT APPOINTMENT

This recruitment is open to WA residents and those residing on the ID/WA and OR/WA borders.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We’re looking for a Lead GIS Developer to help power the geospatial systems that support public health decisions across Washington State.

In this role, you will lead complex GIS development and platform work that turns raw data into reliable, usable tools for analysts, leaders, and partners.

Your work will directly support the modernization of DOH’s geospatial ecosystem, including disease tracking, emergency response, and statewide reporting that communities rely on every day.

This is a hands on, senior level technical role with real impact. You will design, build, and support enterprise GIS applications while helping modernize systems used across the agency and beyond.

Key Responsibilities:

Why You’ll Love This Role

The Ideal Candidate

You are a senior level GIS technologist who enjoys solving hard problems and making systems work better for real users.

You are comfortable moving between development, analytics, and platform support, and you can translate complex requirements into practical solutions.

You think in systems, care about data quality and reliability, and stay curious about emerging GIS tools and approaches.

You work well with both technical and non-technical partners and take pride in building solutions that hold up under pressure.

This role is a good match for someone who wants their technical work to be useful, reliable, and tied to real public health outcomes.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

We value all relevant experience (paid or unpaid) and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. You must meet at least ONE of the options provided and any additional criteria listed.

Experience may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. While “Preferred Experience” is not required, these skills or experiences can help you stand out as a candidate.

Additional years of relevant professional experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis (e.g.

13 years of experience and 2 years towards a bachelor’s degree in IT or related program, etc.).

Additional Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience:

Preferred/Desired Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience:

ABOUT US:

OIT: Shaping a Healthier Future Through Innovation - The Office of Innovation and Technology works to harness technology and data to advance public health, supporting over 220 systems and 305 applications, including critical programs like the Immunization Registry.

We drive interoperability, strengthen cybersecurity, and promote health equity, delivering impactful solutions that empower communities.

Our team fosters a culture of curiosity, critical thinking, and collaboration, where every member’s contribution shapes a healthier future.

We are the Washington State Department of Health (DOH)

We're nearly 2,000 professionals across Washington working together to protect and improve community health.

Guided by our values of Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, we address health disparities, respond to emerging challenges, and strengthen systems that support resilience.

At DOH, we help reduce barriers, collaborate with diverse communities, and champion equitable health outcomes. We’re passionate people who are driven to make a difference in public health.

To learn more about the DOH please visit our website and connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and our blog.

Benefits and Lifestyle

We prioritize your work-life balance with one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, designed to support your lifestyle. At DOH, you’ll find flexibility, growth, and stability. Learn more about why we’re a great place to work by visiting Work@Health.

Conditions of Employment:

The following terms and conditions of employment must be met with or without reasonable accommodation:

Work Setting, including hazards:

• This position's work can be performed fully remotely.
• No regular in-person attendance is required. If onsite work is requested by the supervisor, the request will be planned and communicated in advance.
• Exposure to hazards is limited to those commonly found in indoors at home or office environments. This position is sedentary, working at a computer for extended periods

Schedule (i.e., hours and days):

• This position has a work schedule of 40 hours per week; however, the position may be expected to work longer hours to complete projects or assignments, and/or meet business demands and deadlines.
• An alternative or flexible work schedule may be considered at the employee’s request, subject to supervisory approval

Travel Requirements:

• Travel is not required to perform the duties of this position; however, occasional travel may be expected to attend meetings, training, or conferences.

Tools and Equipment:

• This position uses standard office furniture and equipment, such as a desk, office chair, cell phone, computer, monitor(s), keyboard, and mouse; and when in the office, the position may also require the use of a printer, phone, fax machine, and/or copy machine.

Customer Relations:

• The position regularly requires engaging with customers, agency staff, agency managers, agency supervisors, and occasionally local health jurisdictions.

Other:

• The DOH campus is a smoke-free, drug-free, alcohol-free, scent-neutral environment.
• This position may be required to conduct and/or participate in public health emergency preparedness and response activities.

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

We’re committed to a fair and equitable hiring process. Only materials submitted through the official application will be considered. Emailed resumes or documents won’t be accepted or shared with the hiring manager.

Click “Apply” to complete your application. Attach your resume, cover letter, and DD-214 (if applicable). List at least three professional references directly in your Applicant Profile including a supervisor, a peer, and someone you’ve supervised or led (if applicable).

DO NOT INCLUDE private details like your SSN or birth year, personal photos, transcripts, certifications, diplomas, projects, portfolios, or letters of recommendation with your application.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

We regard diversity as the foundation of our strength, recognizing that differing insights and abilities enable us to reflect the unique needs of the communities we serve.

DOH is an equal-opportunity employer.

We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, marital status, the presence or perception of a disability, veteran’s status, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity.

Veterans Preference

Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference must attach 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 to their application.

Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and birth year.

Questions and Accommodations

If you have questions, need assistance with the application process, require an accommodation, or would like to request this posting in an alternative format, please contact Shawnelle Goalder at employment@doh.wa.gov and reference the assigned “DOHXXXX” recruitment number.

Technical Support

Reach out to NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627 for technical support and login issues.

Additional Information

This recruitment may be used to fill positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment are filled, the candidate pool may be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.

Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in-full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.

Experience and education selected, listed, or detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable on the submitted applicant profile.