Software Developer & Data Manager, Information Services Division, Tumwater

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This position is open to current permanent employees of the Washington State Office of the Attorney General only.

Position and Salary
The Attorney Generals Office is recruiting for a permanent full timeSoftware Developer & Data Managerin the Information Services Division. This position is located in Tumwater Washington and is not union-represented.

IT App Development Manager Salary Range10IT: $107364 - $144372
The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the preferred candidates job-related knowledge skills and experience.

The following stipends may apply based on position requirements:

• Incumbents assigned to our Seattle office location receive an additional 5% King County Location Pay stipend.
• Incumbents assigned to a position designated as requiring dual language skills will receive a 5% Dual Language Requirement Pay stipend.

The AGO provides a workplace that is understanding of work-life balance and promotes advancement by offering a wide variety of professional development and growth opportunities.

Excellent benefits
Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation including Medical/Dental/Vision for employees & dependent(s); Vacation Sick and Other Leave; 11 Paid Holidays per year; Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plans; and Life Insurance. Beyond these traditional benefits we offer Dependent Care Assistance Flexible Spending Accounts Public Service Loan Forgiveness Tuition Waiver Deferred Compensation Employee Recognition Leave and more. With the goal of employee health and wellness we also offer:

• Flexible schedules and part-time/hybrid telework options;
• A Wellness Program an Infants in the Workplace Program and the Employee Assistance Program which provides counseling webinar and other cost-free support resources;
• Numerous employee-driven affinity groups to foster community and connection including Bereavement Elder Care Parenting POC LGBTQ Veterans and more. The AGO is a place to belong and make a difference!

About the Information Service Division (ISD)

The Information Services Division (ISD) provides strategic technology leadership support and consulting for legal technologies and platforms.

ISD leads the design development and delivery of all AGO technology systems and applications including enterprise infrastructure voice services and secure network environments. The division also maintains the operations of software and cloud platforms (private and public) to provide AGO staff access to their confidential work product and communications ensuring solutions are tailored to the AGOs unique legal and operational needs.

ISD has multiple units that provide project management and business analysis service electronic library services custom software development business intelligence data management services and eDiscovery litigation technical support. Through rigorous governance and cybersecurity controls. ISD ensures compliance with state governance policies/standards and that all technology services function properly and securely.

Duties and Essential Functions of the Software Developer & Data Manager (IT Application Development Manager classification)

Software Development Management

• Oversees the Application Lifecycle Management using agile processes and procedures for AGO Custom Applications ensuring that solutions are innovative adaptable and provide high value.
• Analyze industry-wide trends and make recommendations for improvements and efficiencies in system performance.
• Oversees the resolution of high impact high urgency incidents effecting AGO Custom Applications.
• Ensures that custom developed solutions are tailored to the AGOs unique legal and operational needs.

Data Management

• Coordinates with executive leadership legal divisions and technical staff to develop and maintain cohesive data governance and quality standards that include both internal and externally provided data.
• Develop Data Warehouse and Business Intelligence within Visual Studio. Develops and maintains reports ETL and OLAP cubes template.
• Provide advanced technical expertise and leadership for enterprise reporting tools and support the maintenance and enhancement of existing Dashboards to support the changing business needs

IT Program Management

• Manages long-term vendor relationships negotiates contract terms and provides contract enforcement.
• Partner with ISD managers and supervisors to understand current and planned projects work efforts and maintenance for assigned divisions.
• Determine negotiate document and agree on service level agreements (SLAs) and manage and review them through the service lifecycle.

This recruitment announcement may be used to fill multiple open positions for the same classification which may include positions with different lengths or permanency of appointment beyond those specifically listed here.

Qualifications - This position is open to current permanent employees of the Washington State Office of the Attorney General only.

Bachelors or higher degree involving a major study in information system technology business public administration or allied field. Equivalent work experience substituted for education requirement.

AND

Five years of progressively responsible experience in software development data management data quality data governance or other data-centric positions.

AND

Two years of experience leading software development teams using common technical frameworks such as SDLC Agile DevOps PMBOK etc.

Skills and Abilities

Leadership

• Create and nurture a performance based culture and successfully coach and mentor staff.
• Build cohesive and results-oriented teams.
• Earns trust respect and confidence of coworkers and customers through consistent honest forthrightness and professionalism in all interactions.

Analytical skills

• Understands the big picture the issues and stakeholders.
• Engages in problem definition prioritization and solution development.
• Develops and presents effective materials to support and aid decision-makers.
• Examines and evaluates relevant information separating a matter into essential conditions criteria factors and effects in order to recommend the best course of action from several alternatives.
• Uses good judgment--displays balanced thinking that combines analysis wisdom experience and perspective.

Technical

• Mastery of project management skills
• Knowledge of information technology project components and requirements
• Runs effective efficient meetings.
• Meets deadlines Prioritizes own time effectively.

Interpersonal and Communication Skills

• Provides clear direction and supportive guidance to staff.
• Establishes and maintains good working relationships with DES WaTech and OFM.
• Possesses sophisticated communication skills including clear plain-talk writing.
• Personal and professional integrity.
• Self-initiative - ability to work independently.

• Economic justice and consumer protections (safeguarding consumers protecting youth seniors and other vulnerable populations)
• Social justice and civil rights (addressing discrimination environmental protection and veteran and military resources)
• Criminal justice and public safety (investigative and prosecutorial support financial crimes)
• And much more!

Our agency also has national reach representing the State of Washington before the Supreme Court the Court of Appeals and trial courts in all cases that involve the states interest. If you want to make a difference we may be the perfect fit for you! Learn more about the AGOhere.

Commitment to Diversity
Diversity is critical to the success of the mission of the AGO. This means recognizing respecting and appreciating all cultures and backgrounds-- and fostering the inclusion of differences between people. Appreciating valuing and implementing principles of diversity permits AGO employees to achieve their fullest potential in an inclusive respectful environment.

One recent measure of the AGOs commitment to diversity can be found in its nomination for Rainbow Alliance and Inclusion NetworksOutstanding Agency Award in 2019. Our commitment to employee wellness is reflected in earning the 2024 Zo8 Washington Wellness Award.

Application Instructions

In addition to completing the online application applicants must attach the following documents to their profile in order to be considered for this position:

• A letter of interest describing your specific qualifications for the position;
• A current resume detailing experience and education.

Read the Following Information Completely:

• Carefully review your application for accuracy spelling and grammar before submitting.
• You may not reapply to this posting for 30 days.
• The initial screening of applications will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the work experience and education sections of your application in completeness of the application material submitted and responses to the supplemental questionnaire.
• A resume will not substitute for completing the work experience section of the application.
• All information may be verified and documentation may be required.
• The Washington State Office of the Attorney General does not use the E-Verify system; therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information please visit .

Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodations Requests

Honoring diversity equity and inclusion means that as an agency and as individuals we are committed to ensuring that all employees and volunteers enjoy a respectful safe and supportive working environment. Only by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds cultures and attributes can AGO employees and volunteers achieve their fullest potential and best advance the goals and mission of the AGO.

The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race creed color national origin sex marital status sexual orientation/gender identity age disability honorably discharged veteran or military status retaliation or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1- or .

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