Description

Information Technology Business Analyst – Journey, Forest Practices
Recruitment #2022-11-6321
Full-time, Permanent, Represented position
Location: Natural Resources Building- Olympia, WA

CLOSING DATE EXTENDED! Review of applications is ongoing. The hiring authority reserves the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time. It is in the applicant’s best interest to apply as soon as possible.

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
The IT Team of the Forest Practices Division is seeking journey level Information Technology Business Analyst. The duty station for this position is the Natural Resources Building in Olympia however telework is currently common practice.

This position is key in the planning, designing, developing and deploying the business and operations systems in support of core organizational functions and business processes for Forest Practices IT projects. This position is the key liaison between business stakeholders and central IT division development team. This position has the responsibility to lead cross-functional teams and adhere to agile Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) control guidelines throughout the full systems development life cycle. The position documents core functionality and enhancements of all FP Program information systems.

This position also acts as the system administrator for the current statewide Forest Practices Application Review system (FPARS) and for A new system that will replace FPARS. This position has the opportunity to meet program staff, landowners and stakeholders from the tribes and other state agencies and build relationships through understanding and documenting their business needs of the new system.

FPARS currently includes a Forest Practices Application Tracking system that includes tabular and spatial data, an ESRI ArcServer mapping component, Forest Practices Activity Mapping Tool, and the enforcement tracking component - Forest Practices Enforcement Tracking System. This position ensures FPARS fulfills the regulatory responsibility for this statewide program in the review of applications within the 48-hour mandate and by providing access for stakeholders and the public.

In both the current and new system this position administers stakeholder accounts and assures systems are working properly by developing and implementing QA/QC procedures. The position will create, test and implement minor functionality changes as well as modify existing functionality in the new Salesforce system that will replace FPARS. This position also fulfills data requests and works with IT Division staff to create reporting functionality for others to use.

Duties

What will we trust you with?

• Detail oriented project work and consultation
• Collaboration
• Creating and maintaining respectful working relationships
• Coaching others
• Creativity and innovation
• Planning future application architecture so that tools can be easily integrated
• Detail oriented without losing site of the big picture
• Collaboration and problem solving

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor of Science degree in computer science, information systems, or related field. May substitute 6 years of experience for education.
• 4+ years of IT business analysis experience designing, building, and deploying enterprise technology solutions for high-risk/high visibility projects.
• 4+ years of software requirement elicitation (translation of business needs into technical specifications) working with complex workflows and business rules.
• Expertise and practical working knowledge of basic database management, data modeling, and process modeling principles.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

Working Conditions:

• Employees of the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) are required to complete their primary series of COVID-19 vaccines (be fully vaccinated against COVID-19) or be approved for a medical or religious exemption and accommodation as a condition of employment. Please note, any offer of employment is contingent upon you providing verification of your vaccine status or having an approved medical or religious exemption and accommodation. No start date will be approved until you have either verified your vaccine status or have an approved exemption and accommodation. “Fully vaccinated” means the following: An employee is fully vaccinated against COVID-19 two weeks after they have received the second dose in a two-dose series of a COVID-19 vaccine (e.g., Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, Novavax) or a single-dose COVID-19 vaccine (e.g., Johnson & Johnson (J&J)/Janssen) authorized for emergency use, licensed, or otherwise approved by the FDA or listed for emergency use, or otherwise approved by the World Health Organization.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in the business domain of Forestry, Natural Resources Management or closely related field.
• Completion of a certificate or other program in project management (e.g. Scrum Master, Product Owner, PMP).
• Experience with the Salesforce platform including account creation and maintenance, report, form and dashboard creation and minor additions or modification to the data model and pages.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Highly motivated toward accomplishing set goals.
• Works well independently and effectively manages multiple tasks at different stages.

Supplemental Information

About the Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
At DNR we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally and are dedicated to serving Washington’s lands and communities through diversity, equity and inclusion. With nearly 1,500 employees in locations throughout Washington, we manage and protect more than 5 million acres of state-owned forest, range, commercial, agricultural and aquatic lands.
Our Vision – Our actions ensure a future where Washington’s lands, waters, and communities thrive.
Our Mission – Manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington’s lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations.
Our Core Values:

• Safety and Well-Being —Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.
• Public Service —We value and respect the public we serve, and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.
• Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving — We solve our state’s most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision.
• Leadership and Teamwork —We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.

DNR provides excellent benefits, a few of those include:

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women’s Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)
• Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups, visit here to learn more
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Educational and career development aid
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
• A comprehensive benefit package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.

Application Requirements:

• To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above). You must complete the entire online application to be considered for the position.
• Attach a letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile and the position required, desired and special requirements.
• Attach a resume describing your experience and qualifications.
• Provide three to five professional references – you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include with resume.
• Complete all supplemental questions.

Additional Information:
This recruitment may be extended and may also be used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty (60) days.

Veterans wishing to claim Veteran’s preference please attach a copy of your DD-214, NGB-22 or other verification of military service. Please black out your social security number prior to attaching. We thank you and are grateful for your service!

The Department of Natural Resources 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.

Persons needing accommodation during the screening process or this announcement in an alternative format may contact DNR Recruiting staff at (360) 522-2500 or (360) 522-0143 or by email at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington State Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) at 1-800-833-6388 or www.washingtonrelay.com.

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Questions? Please contact Dave Wischer at dave.wischer@dnr.wa.gov, 360-902-1426 or e-mail us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov

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