Information Technology and Telemetry Unit (ITTU) Manager

Salary and Position Details

• Salary: $109,500.00 - $147,252.00 Annually
• Location: Thurston County - Lacey, WA
• Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
• Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
• Job Number: 2026-AQ0843-04940
• Department: Dept. of Ecology
• Division: Air Quality
• Opening Date: 06/15/2026
• Closing Date: Continuous

Note: The salary listed above includes the scheduled 2% general salary increase effective July 1, 2026.

About the Role

The Department of Ecology is seeking a leader to manage our Information Technology and Telemetry Unit (ITTU) within the Air Quality Program (AQP). You will provide strategic leadership for a highly collaborative 8-person team of IT professionals, overseeing the development, implementation, and maintenance of systems critical to equitably protecting and improving air quality in Washington.

Location and Schedule

• Location: Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA. You must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
• Schedule: This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options, with a minimum of one day per week required in the office. Schedules are subject to change based on position needs.

Application Timeline

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

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical and organizational leadership for information systems integration.
• Coordinate IT activities within the AQP, intersecting with other Ecology programs, the Information Technology Services Office (ITSO), the agency CIO, EPA, other state agencies, local clean air agencies, health departments, and Tribes.
• Plan, design, and implement complex, large- and medium-scale environmental systems.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the ITTU, including hiring, mentoring, and performance management of technical staff.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Nine (9) years of experience and/or education related to the duties of the position, including experience in one or more of the following IT disciplines: consultation, systems development, systems analysis, database management, technical support troubleshooting, or project management.

Required Competencies

• Leadership and Team Management
• Strategic Planning and Decision Making
• Communication and Collaboration
• Project and Program Management
• Systems and Data Architecture
• Mission-Critical System Operations

Education

Education involving a major study in an Information Technology program or closely related field.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supervising, leading, and mentoring IT professionals.
• Education in computer science, project management, or a related field.
• Four years of Agile project management experience.
• Knowledge of environmental sciences and supporting science-based business areas.

How to Apply

Please complete the entire application, including full work history and responses to all supplemental questions. Attach a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications, along with your resume.

Benefits

Washington State offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Deferred Compensation Programs
• Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
• And more.

The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds.