GIS & Roadway Data Office Manager (WMS3)

About WSDOT

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans designs builds and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the addition to maintaining over 20000 lane miles of state highway and 4100 bridges WSDOT leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan manages the worlds longest floating bridge and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOTs Multimodal Planning and Data Division (MPDD) is seeking a strategic and innovative leader to manage the resources personnel and operations responsible for producing geospatial and roadway data and enterprise GIS services that support decision-making across the agency and transportation system. Serving as the GIS & Roadway Data Office Manager you will provide strategic governance and direction for WSDOTs geospatial and roadway data assets oversee enterprise GIS services and roadway data operations and ensure the timely accurate secure and effective management and reporting of critical data including information required by the Federal Highway Administration for federal-aid highway this role you will collaborate with internal and external partners including city county regional state and federal agencies and tribes to advance the accessibility reliability and value of transportation data. Our top candidates will possess technical expertise in GIS and roadway data systems management and leadership skills and the ability to build effective partnerships and lead multidisciplinary teams.

What to Expect

The GIS & Roadway Data Office provides strategic governance and operational management of WSDOTs core geospatial and roadway data assets and related technologies including Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Linear Referencing Systems (LRS) the Highway Performance Monitoring System (HPMS) and the Model Inventory of Roadway Elements (MIRE). The Office also provides enterprise GIS services including project management business analysis application and solution development map and geoprocessing services technical coordination and user support. This position serves as the highest-level manager for the Office and leads 19 information technology and transportation planning professionals across five teams: GIS Data GIS Services Application Development Project Management and Highway Performance Monitoring System.

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role the GIS & Roadway Data Office Manager will:

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity the following competencies are required:

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Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• In addition to base salary employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type duties or location of the position. For union-represented positions more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options. Occasional travel is required to meet with internal and external stakeholders.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information please visit

Why WSDOT

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How to Apply

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore it is very important that the Work Experience portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.

In order to be considered for this opportunity please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance technical skills and job-related competencies. NOTE: This information may be entered in the References section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected included and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons regardless of race ethnicity age veteran status sexual orientation and/ or gender identity are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.

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