OneWA Senior IT Policy Oversight Consultant

OneWA Senior IT Policy & Oversight Consultant (EMS3

WaTech: A leader in technology!
As a member of WaTechs team you will help other state agencies deliver critical services to millions of Washingtonians every day. WaTech provides an array of services and solutions including cybersecurity data privacy programming cloud services web design and much much more. By working at WaTech you will have the opportunity to advance technology strategies and services for the state enterprise.

About this opportunity:
The One Washington (OneWA) program is a multibiennium program to replace many of the states core finance procurement budget human resources and payroll systems with a modern enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution. It is the largest information technology project in the states history and one of the states top priorities.

As the OneWASenior IT Policy & Oversight Consultant you will work in partnership with the One Washington program toward successful program outcomes. You will provide advice expert consultation and guide the One Washington program through the oversight process. You will be accountable for providing independent oversight and facilitating transparency of program performance and progress to the authorizing environment and the public. Learn more aboutOne Washington on their website.

Some of what you can expect:

• Provide independent oversight and advice consultation and guidance to the One Washington program.
• Share best practices for managing and successfully implementing large complex enterprise systems.
• Use professional judgment based on experience and knowledge to provide ongoing consultation to program executives leaders and project managers with a focus on effective governance strong project management and early risk identification and mitigation.
• Monitor and independently assess the health and risks of the One Washington program and collaborate with agency leadership to create mitigation strategies.
• Communicate critical or sensitive issues in a timely manner and escalate as necessary.
• Establish a professional working relationship with One Washington program leadership project team members and other program stakeholders based on trust earned credibility and frequent open communication.
• Communicate critical or sensitive issues in a timely manner and escalate as necessary.
• Lead program leadership through the oversight process.
• Serve as a liaison between the Legislature and the One Washington program and respond to legislative inquiries as requested.
• Continually pursue excellent understanding of financial human resource and payroll system technologies and business trends.

Here is what we are looking for:

• Ten years of experience performing information technology (IT) project management functions (e.g. project director project manager or a dedicated member of a project management office team) IT project quality assurance oversight or consultant services on a fulltime or nearly fulltime basis.

*A bachelors degree in information technology (IT) business administration management or closely related field may substitute for up to four years of the required experience.

Preference shall be given to those who possess the following:

• Five yearsof combined experience in IT program management portfolio management business systems analysis organizational change management or other closely allied field on a fulltime basis.
• Two or more yearsof experience managing or overseeing large complex enterprise IT projects valued at over $10 million.
• Two or more yearsof experience working with a government agency.
• Formal project management training and/or certification.
• Demonstrated familiarity with agile/scrum methodologies and Lean management concepts.

Telework:
This position is eligible for telework. Occasional inperson presence in Olympia is required on average 12 times per month.

We value diversity and different perspectives:

WaTech is committed to providing equal access and opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees. We seek to attract and retain a diverse staff and welcome your experiences perspectives and unique identity.

What WaTech offers:

As an employee of WaTech youll have access to an outstanding employee benefits package that includes medical and dental plan options for you and your family paid leave and holidays retirement plan options and more.

While WaTech is headquartered in Olympia Washington which is near some of the countrys most scenic national parkswe are able to offer many of our positions telework and flexible schedule options to help support a healthy work life balance.

To learn more about WaTech and what our employees enjoy about working here please visit our website.

How to apply:

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Please select the large apply button at the top of this announcement. You may need to create a profile and account in Washington states automated application system. We invite you to include your name and pronouns in your material to ensure we address you correctly throughout the application process.

To be considered for this position you will need to:

• Submit a completeOnline Application.
• Answerallrequired Supplemental Questions.
• Attach a Letter of Interestthat addresses how your experience qualifies you for this role.
• Attach a Resumethat clearly documents the work history training and education that makes you a viable and competitive candidate for this position.
• Attach a separate document with at least Three Professional References. This should include:Reference name nature of the relationship (i.e. company and supervisor coworker etc. phone number and email. References should be individuals you have worked with in the past five years if possible and include at least one current or most recent supervisor. *We will not conduct reference checks without your signed release.

Note:Applications without the requested information identified above or containing supplemental question responses with comments such as see resume may lead to your application being disqualified from consideration.

Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach a copy of their DD214 (Member 4 copy) NGB 22 or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. (Please redact any personally identifiable data such as social security number prior to submittal.

Conditions of employment:

This position requires a background check. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position and is a continued condition of employment.

Recruitment process:

First round of application assessments will be conducted seven days after the initial job posting date. The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time after the initial sevenday job posting date during the recruitment process. It is to the applicants advantage to apply as early as possible. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions. Those selected for an interview may be asked to complete an assignment as a part of the assessment process.

Contact us:For inquiries about this position please contact Rebekah Wilkesat or email to

Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or for an alternative format may contact Human Resources ator .Persons of disability or those who are deaf or hard of hearing can call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or. WaTech complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal Form I9. 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.