FASS IT Application Development Manager

Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen

Are you ready to be an advocate for change

Can you picture yourself steering a team through uncertainty transition and growth Do you get energized by modern application frameworks like MACH Are you eager to help move an agency from legacy monoliths to nimble microservices that truly meet business needs Do you perceive the upside of a constantly evolving technical landscape and want to stay at the front of it

If you answered yes to these questions the technology team at the Department of Ecology wants to meet you. Were changing the way we work: not looking back but embracing the best of todays modern tools and frameworks. Our mission is bold to modernize or retire every application in our portfolio within the next four years. Ambitious Absolutely. Achievable We think so with todays toolsets and the advances AI brings to accelerate learning and delivery.

Make no mistake: this is a journey with real trials mountains to summit rivers to cross and tough decisions along the way. Change isnt easy. But it is rewarding. And with the right people it can be exciting and transformative for our teams our agency and the public we serve.

If moving quickly learning constantly and being willing to fail fast and learn faster doesnt sound like your thing these might not be the droids you are looking for.

But if youre intrigued maybe even a little fired up then continue on to learn what this role is all about.

The Department of Ecology is hiring an FASS ITApplication Development - Managerwithin theInformation Technology Services Office (ITSO).

Location:

• Headquarters Office in Lacey WA.
• Upon hire you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.

Schedule:

• This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
• You may telework most of your work time with occasional in-person meetings and activities.
• Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.

Application Timeline:

• Apply by October 21 2025
• This position will remain open until filled. The agency reserves the right to make a hire at any time after application review begins. Applications received after the date above may not be considered.

Take the Captains Chair of FASS!

In this role youll be at the helm of the Financial and Administrative Systems Support (FASS) Unit guiding the crew that keeps Ecologys critical financial and administrative systems operating smoothly. Your orchestration will help us chart a course through modernization ensuring our business partners have the tools they need to thrive. You wont just maintain systems youll pilot change inspire innovation and make sure were always ready for the challenges ahead.

What youll do:

• Lead the Way: Manage shape and oversee all things information management for FASS. Youll shape and deliver a strategic plan set IT policies and steer the long-term vision for financial and administrative systems.
• Keep the Engines Humming: Ensure FASS applications are maintained modernized and enhanced to meet evolving business needs.
• Crew Collaboration: Work together with Financial Services Managers guiding developers who support our agencys enterprise-wide financial systems.
• Modernize the Fleet: Drive adoption of Agile DevOps CI/CD pipelines and other modern development practices that boost collaboration increase deployment speed and make our processes leaner.
• Be the Translator: Serve as the go-between for business administrators and application teams making sure communication is clear effective and forward-looking.
• Push for Innovation: Advocate for automation AI-powered optimization and self-service analytics to empower smarter faster data-focused decisions across the agency.

This role isnt just about systems its about inspiration leadership and helping Ecology move boldly into the future.

For detailed information on how we calculate experience please visit our Recruitment website.

Required Qualifications:

Nine years of experience and/or education as described below:

• Experience:Progressively responsible experience in enterprise software including work in areas likeIT consultation systems development systems analysis database management technical support troubleshooting project management or server management.
  Experience must include:
  • Leadership & Delivery: 2 years in a supervisory management or team lead role including leading Agile or hybrid software teams with tools like Azure DevOps or Jira.
  • Modernization & Cloud: Hands-on experience modernizing legacy systems (e.g. migrating to web or cloud-native platforms) and building enterprise applications in the cloud preferably Microsoft Azure.
  • Full Lifecycle Development: 3 years across the full application lifecycleplanning requirements development/configuration testing deployment and production support.
  • Technical Expertise: Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines DevSecOps secure coding (OWASP PII protection compliance) and modern architectures (API-first microservices containers).
  • Integration & Operations: Experience with application/data integrations cross-functional team collaboration vendor management and production support/incident management.
  • Quality & Accessibility: Familiarity with WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards inclusive design managing technical debt refactoring code and shaping long-term modernization roadmaps.

• Education involving a major study in an Information Technology program or closely related field.

Examples of how to qualify:

• 9 years of experience.
• 8 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
• 7 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associates degree).
• 6 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
• 5 years of experience AND a Bachelors degree or higher.

Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:

• This position is designated as overtime exempt because of its supervisory functions the range of critical tasks performed by this technology position and the impact of the independent actions that the position must administratively perform to directly support technology business operations.
• Must possess a valid drivers license or provide alternate transportation for occasional travel.
• May be required to work additional hours during system deployments critical incidents or platform outages.
• Must maintain the confidentiality of sensitive agency and personnel data accessed through Jira.
• Must comply with the states IT security and acceptable use policies particularly when working with workflow automation and data visibility configurations.
• Must complete all required agency training including DEIR cybersecurity and public records management.
• This position is responsible for maintaining current technical and strategic knowledge across enterprise application development system integration modernization practices and SaaS implementationparticularly within financial and administrative domains. While Ecology provides access to assigned technical security and policy trainings the occupant of this role is expected to proactively pursue additional professional development opportunities to remain effective in a rapidly evolving IT and business environment. Timely completion of all assigned IT cybersecurity and policy-related trainings is mandatory.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in computer science software engineering or a related field.
• Agile certifications (e.g. Scrum Master Product Owner or similar).
• 3 years of experience using Git for version control.
• Background in accounting or budgeting with experience supporting financial systems.
• Background in environmental sciences with experience supporting science-based business areas.
• Professional-level experience in consulting design programming or support for medium to large organizations.

If you are excited about this role but not sure if your experience aligns perfectly with every qualification in the job descriptionwe encourage you to apply.Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Department of Ecology we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging. You may just be the needed candidate for this or other roles.

Ecology does not use the E-Verify system; therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information please visit.

Application Process

Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity equity inclusion and respect through a broad lens including race ethnicity class age religion sexual orientation gender identity immigration status military background language education life experience physical disability neurodiversity and intersectional identities. Qualified job seekers from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Click Apply at the top of this page. Complete the entire application including full work history and responses to all supplemental questions and attach:

• Cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for this position
• Resume

Because we base our selection on the information you provide it is in your best interest to complete the application thoroughly.A resume will not substitute for the work experience section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields or supplemental question responses with comments such as see resume may be considered incomplete.

Application Attestation: By submitting an application you are affirming that the information contained in your application and on all attachments is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any false or misleading answers may result in rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.

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Questions

• For specific questions about the position location options schedule or duties please contact EricSabischat
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About the Information Technology Services Office

About the Department of Ecology

As the State of Washingtons environmental protection agency we are deeply committed to protecting preserving and enhancing Washingtons environment for current and future generations. Joining Ecology means becoming part of a team dedicated to protecting and sustaining healthy land air water and climate in harmony with a strong economy. A career in public service at Ecology allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership effective resource management teamwork professionalism and accountability.

Diversity Equity Inclusion and Respect (DEIR)are core values central to Ecologys work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect preserve and enhance the environment for current and future generations.

We believe thatDEIRis both a goal and an action. We are on a journey honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard seen and valued.

Ecology employees may be eligible for the following:Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s)Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)Vacation Sick and other Leave*11 Paid Holidays per year*Public Service Loan ForgivenessTuition Waiver Long Term Disability&Life InsuranceDeferred Compensation ProgramsDependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA)Employee Assistance ProgramCommute Trip Reduction Incentives(Download PDF reader)Combined Fund DriveSmartHealth*Click here for more information

To learn more about Ecology please visit ourwebsite explore Working at Ecology check out ourStrategic Plan and connect with us onLinkedInFacebookInstagramYouTube or ourblog.

Equal Opportunity Employer:The Washington State Department of Ecology 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 veterans military spouses or people with military status and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency.

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