IT Policy & Planning Senior/Specialist in Olympia, Washington

IT Policy & Planning Senior/Specialist
Recruitment #2024-12-6149
Full-time, Permanent, Represented position
Location: Natural Resources Building- Olympia, WA

Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered
Salary: $7,877.00 – $10,598.00 Monthly*
Review of applications is ongoing. *We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 12/10/24. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.
**Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity within our Information Technology Division, this position serves as the agency’s highest-level technical specialist for Information Technology (IT) Planning, OCIO Policy Compliance, and process management. Responsible for developing, maintaining, and implementing DNR’s activities related to technology policies and procedures in alignment with the Office of Chief Information Officer (OCIO/WaTech) state-wide information technology (IT) policy/standards and state law. This position supports the organization by assisting in activities to develop IT contracts, vendor management, change management, and leading ITD and agency efforts with IT Portfolio and Investments, IT Policy, and Process Management. The functions performed by this position enable the organization to invest, develop, and implement IT solutions that support the business units of the Agency. This position works closely with the Chief Information Security Officer and the IT Security Architect to develop/update the agency’s IT Security Policy, Plan, Procedures, and Processes. Assists and/or coordinates agency IT audit-related activities, as needed. This position is the agency’s highest-level technical specialist in IT planning, policy, and policy compliance in the Information Technology Division which is responsible for providing agency-wide IT services. This position is functionally attached to the Budget, Polic,y and Business Services Team providing support to the IT Management Team. This position reports to the IT Vendor Manager.

*Required Qualifications: *

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer science, or other related field AND Seven (7) years of relevant professional IT experience;
  OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Experience developing and writing IT policies, procedures, standards, and documenting processes.
• Experience in IT Portfolio management providing a systemic approach and guidance on IT projects, risk management, investments, and related activities.
• Experience developing and writing IT policy, procedures, standards, and documenting processes for a large organization.
• Experience in IT Portfolio management providing a systemic approach and guidance on IT projects, risk management, investments, and related activities.
• Knowledge of public/state policy and standards managing IT contracts.
• Experience facilitating a project team of IT professionals in documenting, developing, and communicating IT processes.
• Experience providing leadership and advice to IT management, staff, and customers in all aspects of IT Contracting.