Information Technology and Telemetry Unit (ITTU) Manager

Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen

The Department of Ecology is hiring anInformation Technology and Telemetry Unit (ITTU) Manager within theAir Quality Program(AQP).

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.
• A minimum of one day per week is required in the office.
• Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.

Application Timeline:

• Apply by June 28 2026
• Applications submitted after the date above may not be reviewed unless additional qualified applicants are needed.

In this Information Technology and Telemetry Unit (ITTU) Manager role you will provide thoughtful strategic and compassionate leadership for a highly collaborative 8-person team of IT professionals in the development implementation and maintenance of information technology systems critical to the Air Quality Programs efforts to equitably protect and improve air quality in Washington. The information technology systems developed and maintained by the ITTU support the secure collection storage and reporting of vital information on air pollution levels sources and emissions as well as information regarding air quality permitting.

In this role you will be responsible for directing information technology services in the Air Quality Program (AQP) by developing/updating the AQP Information Strategic Plan and leading the implementation of that strategy. You will provide independent expert professional-level IT services to the program and agency. You will also be responsible for organizing project teams and developing project plans to implement the IT strategy for the AQP.

What you will do:

• Serve as the highest level of authority and provides technical and organizational leadership in the area of information systems integration supporting the agencys information technology initiative of integrating AQP information systems with agency systems to facilitate cross-media solutions.
• Coordinate all IT activities within the AQP that intersect with other Ecology programs and the Information Technology Services Office (ITSO) and the agency Chief Information Officer (CIO) as well as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) other state agencies local clean air agencies local health departments and Tribes.
• Serve as the highest-level authority and provides technical and organizational leadership in planning designing and implementing highly complex large- and medium- scale environmental systems that provide tools to assess air quality in Washington State and respond to public information requests.
• Responsible for the day-to-day management of the ITTU which includes hiring and managing professional-level technical staff mentoring staff and reviewing technical work products and staff performance.

For detailed information on how we calculate experience and responses to other frequently asked questions please visit our Recruitment website.

Required Qualifications:

Nine (9) years of experience and/or education related to the duties of the position which includes the following:

Required Competencies

• Leadership and Team Management Ability to lead support and develop technical staff to build a strong engaged team that delivers high-quality IT services.
• Strategic Planning and Decision Making Ability to set direction prioritize work and make sound timely decisions to ensure technology efforts align with program and agency goals.
• Communication and Collaboration Ability to explain technical information in clear terms and work effectively with staff leadership and external partners to build understanding and support shared solutions.
• Project and Program Management Ability to plan lead and deliver complex high-impact technology projects to meet business needs manage timelines and resources and achieve successful outcomes.
• Systems and Data Architecture Ability to design guide and oversee application data and system architectures to ensure systems are secure compatible scalable and support long-term program needs.
• Mission-Critical System Operations Ability to manage and improve essential IT systems including real-time and telemetry systems to ensure reliability security and continuous delivery of public-facing services.

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.
• 3 years of experience AND a Masters degree.
• 2 years of experience AND a Ph.D.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience supervising leading and mentoring IT professionals in a team and individual capacity.
• Education involving computer science project management or related field.
• Four years of Agile project management experience.
• Education and knowledge of environmental sciences and supporting science based business areas.

If you are excited about this role and meet the required qualificationswe encourage you to apply.Desired qualifications reflect additional knowledge skills or experience that are nice to have but not required. Studies have shown that some applicants especially women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they meet every listed qualification. At the Department of Ecology we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging and we welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and unique perspectives.

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 Sean Lundblad at
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Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced highly collaborative environment full of supportive colleagues all with a common goal If so this may be the perfect job for you. Our IT & Telemetry Unit Manager will lead a team of eight IT professionals as they develop information technology solutions to help the Air Quality Program equitably protect and improve air quality in Washington. We are an Agile/Scrum team and have an unbroken record of successfully completing IT projects in scope on time and within budget for the last 10 years. This will be the perfect fit for anyone wanting use their application development and Agile project management expertise in a vital leadership role on a highly cohesive and successful team!

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 Leave11 Paid Holidays per yearPublic Service Loan ForgivenessTuition Waiver Long Term Disability&Life InsuranceDeferred Compensation ProgramsDependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA)Employee Assistance ProgramCommute Trip Reduction IncentivesCombined 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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