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State Route Data Steward (TPS4)


Job Location:

Tumwater, WA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 78912 - 106104
Posted: 22 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 19 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

Description



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

WSDOT is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Transportation Planning Specialist 4 to support the Transportation Data GIS and Modeling Office through the maintenance reporting and management of the statewide Distance Measuring Instrument (DMI) GIS-based state route Linear Referencing Systems (LRS) and Roadway Characteristics Inventory (RCI) data. These systems and datasets support critical agency functions including safety analysis project development and delivery maintenance and transportation planning across the state. The top candidate will possess strong analytical and technical skills experience working with GIS and transportation data systems attention to detail problem-solving abilities and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.


What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role theState Route Data Steward will:

  • Manage Roadway Characteristics Inventory and LRS data stewardship business activities.
  • Oversee and support business processes to deliver tabular and spatial data analysis and reporting services to internal and external customers.
  • Provide monthly data updates on production; respond to inquiries about data products and reports.
  • Determine and practice the most appropriate methodologies and techniques for the collection and creation of roadway data.
  • Create and update data for the State Route LRS and Roadway Characteristics Inventory.
  • Validate and perform quality control/quality assurance on data prior to updates to data system confirming that the data is as accurate and complete as possible.
  • Ensure that data meets federal state and other requirements especially Highway Performance Monitoring System (HPMS) and Model Inventory of Roadway Elements (MIRE).
  • Create and maintain technical documentation on data creation collection and update processes; ensure that metadata is up to date complete and accurate for every data product.
  • Work with the Technology Services Division to resolve data management issues related to LRS Roadway Characteristics Inventory data and Roadway Data Mart data/resources.
  • Assess staff workloads and assign data updates by using internal tracking tools including ArcGIS Workflow Manager ArcGIS Dashboards and other tools.


Qualifications

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

  • Construction Document Interpretation:Demonstrated proficiency interpreting and extracting data from roadway-related engineering surveying or construction plans and technical documents.
  • Data Management & Analysis:Demonstrated proficiency creating maintaining and analyzing large-scale and complex datasets for enterprise-wide use.
  • Technical Communication & Facilitation:Skilled at conducting meetings presenting technical information and serving as a subject matter expert in collaborative group settings.
  • Technical Documentation:Demonstrated ability to create and maintain technical documentation for data and data processing activities.
  • Organizational Collaboration:Demonstrated ability to effectively work within a large government agency or similarly complex organization.
  • Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
  • Service-Oriented:Takes action to meet the needs of others.


It is preferred that qualified candidates also demonstrate:

  • GIS and Transportation Systems:Working knowledge of Esri Roads and Highways and familiarity with Esri software including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.
  • Database and Data Visualization Tools:Working knowledge of relational database systems and Microsoft Power BI.
  • Data Automation and Scripting:Working knowledge ofSafe Softwares FME. Proficiency automating data production QA/QC and other data processes using Python scripts.


*To review the full Position Description please follow the directions in the Contact Us section of this posting.


Important Notes


Why WSDOT

  • Work-Life Balance We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals lifestyle.
  • Paid Leave In addition to 12 paid holidays full-time employees earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
  • Tuition Assistance Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses including tuition reimbursement programs government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
  • PlanFor Your Future WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.


Check out this video to learn more:Why WSDOT


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.
  • 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.


Please click the APPLY button to proceed.Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.


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.


Contact Us

For inquiries aboutthis posting you may contact the assigned Recruiter at.Please be sure to reference26DOT-HQ-01516in the subject line.