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IT System Administration - Journey

State of Washington Dept. of Transportation
Spokane, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/19/2025

Description




About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence! Our dedicated workforce is responsible to plan, design, build, and operate an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 18,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, executes an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds a record for the world's widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking a skilled IT System Administration - Journey to support the Spokane Regional Transportation Management Center (SRTMC). THE SRTMC is a partnership of six regional agencies: City of Spokane, City of Spokane Valley, Spokane County, Spokane Regional Transportation Council (SRTC), Spokane Transit Authority and the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), Eastern Region. The SRTMC Technology Services (TS) group is responsible for supporting all centralized connections and data from field-deployed Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) such as closed circuit television (CCTV) cameras, traffic data analyzers, signal controllers, highway advisory radio) and for configuring and maintaining the central systems providing output to TMC operations staff and their associated hardware and software; designing and maintaining network architecture that ties the six partner agency networks into a core SRTMC switch; and working with TS and Signals field technician staff of all partner agencies as they deploy ITS devices and traffic management applications to ensure system visibility and availability.

The IT System Administration Journey incumbent is an expert-level professional for server, network and ITS hardware and software. This position applies advanced technical knowledge in the acquisition, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and problem resolution of all TS and ITS-related items. This position is an expert-level Intelligent Transportation System professional responsible for region-wide high risk/high impact and mission critical activities in support of the Spokane Regional Transportation Management Center (SRTMC) in Spokane, WA.

What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the IT System Admin will:
  • Designs, integrates and supports central systems that integrate with Intelligent Transportation System devices
  • Monitors and troubleshoots SRTMC network equipment associated with the Advanced Transportation Management System (ATMS)
  • Identifies technology currently in use, and research emerging trends to develop technology roadmap for future implementation in the SRTMC
  • Integrates updated ITS field devices with central server applications
  • Coordinates with peers in local agencies and other WSDOT Regions to identify trends and technology needs and prepare SRTMC network for future growth
  • Evaluates and solves connection issues across multiple networks

Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:
  • Bachelor degree in Computer Science or Computer Information Systems and 5 years of technology services work showing direct relationship to other qualifications or 10 years of experience in technology services with demonstrated direct support of ITS devices.
  • Supervisory experience
  • Valid driver’s license
Knowledge of:
  • PC and PC peripheral hardware and software architecture and operational theory
  • Substantial knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Operating Systems, applications, management and technical tools and commonly used SRTMC operations application/central system software
  • Current hardware and software technology for data systems and telecommunications systems
  • Principles and techniques of complex systems analysis and programming
  • Substantial knowledge of and understanding of imaging and group policies
  • Substantial knowledge of and understanding of networked computing environment and infrastructure
  • Budget preparation and administration related to IT infrastructure purchasing and maintenance

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
  • Network Administrator certification
  • CCNA, CCNP or other industry standard network certification
  • Security certification
  • Network certification

Important Notes
  • This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
  • This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
  • In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28of the Washington Administrative Code.
  • WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

Why WSDOT
  • Work-Life Balance – We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
  • Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may 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.
  • Plan For 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.
  • An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
  • Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.


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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 about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Amanda Strebeck, at amanda.strebeck@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference IT System Administration – Journey #61017 in the subject line.

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