SQL Report Analyst - IT Data Management--Journey - Permanent - 2026-02481

Full Job Description

Working Title- SQL Report Analyst

Classification- IT Data Management - Journey

Job Status- Full-Time/Permanent

WDFW Program- Director’s Office – Information Technology

Duty Station- *Olympia, Washington – Thurston County

*While this position may offer a telework option, the successful candidate must be available to report to the duty station as needed.

Learn more about being a member of Team WDFW!

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Embrace this role to serve as the primary data expert for the Licensing Division, shaping reporting strategy, improving data governance, and influencing agency-level decision-making.

This is an opportunity to collaborate with business and product owners to define and validate data requirements.

In this dynamic role, you will manage and analyze licensing data that supports over one million customers annually!

We are seeking a candidate to ensure the organization can reliably access, understand, and use high-quality licensing data to meet operational, regulatory, and public-facing needs.

WHAT TO EXPECT -

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, this position will:

Data Analysis and Reporting.

Data Strategy and Governance.

Technical Expertise.

Business and Stakeholder Engagement.

Working Conditions:

Work setting: Duties are performed in an office setting. This position requires extensive computer use.

Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. However, work is nonstandard and is dependent on issues or business objectives of the agency and division.

Travel requirements: Some in-state travel may be required to attend training, meetings, and conferences.

Customer Interactions: Customer service and customer interaction is integral to department success.

This position is part of the Licensing Division’s Business Technical Unit (BTU) and will work closely with the team’s other Data Management Journey, provide support to Licensing, Public Records, Wildlife Program, Fish Program, and Enforcement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a closely related field.

And

Minimum two (2) years of experience in SQL scripting and relational database design (may be concurrent with other required experience).

And

Minimum two (2) years of experience conducting business analysis and recommending data-driven solutions (may be concurrent with other required experience).

And

Minimum two (2) years of experience with reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, SSRS), data warehouse concepts, and business intelligence platforms (may be concurrent with other required experience).

And

Minimum two (2) years of experience programming in an object-oriented language (e.g., C#, Java, Python) (may be concurrent with other required experience).

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the required qualifications, our ideal applicant will possess some or all the following:

Your application must include the following:

• A COMPLETED online application showcasing how your qualifications align with the job requirements.
• An up-to-date resume.
• A cover letter detailing your interest in the position, your relevant skills and experience, and why you are the ideal candidate.
• At least three (3) professional references with current contact information.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

In addition to pay and other special employee programs, there are other benefits that WDFW employees may be eligible for. Click the “Benefits” tab at the top of this announcement to learn more.

Important Note:

All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work.

If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States.

For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

Union - WAFWP:

This position is in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals and is subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals.

Veteran and Military Spouse Preference Notice:

Per RCW 73.16.010 Veterans and qualifying spouses who meet the minimum qualifications of a position are eligible for preference during the initial application review stage. To receive this benefit, please do the following:

• Notify us of your veteran or military spouse status by email at Cheri.Potter@dfw.wa.gov.
• Veterans only – Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
  • Please redact any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers.
• Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and spouse/veteran (example: 2024-1234 – Biologist 1 – Veteran).
• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer

As part of WDFW’s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications.

Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully.

All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.

The Department of Fish and Wildlife 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 of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

Request an accommodation: Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone 360-902-2278 or email Jayme.Chase@dfw.wa.gov, or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.

Technical Difficulties: If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or support@neogov.com.

Other questions: If you have other questions regarding this position, please reach out to Cheri.Potter@dfw.wa.gov and reference job #2026-02481.

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