Illinois Department of Human Services
Job Requisition ID: 59123 Opening Date: 10/08/2026 Closing Date: 10/22/2026 Agency: Department of Human Services Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 Skill Option: Special License - Registered Nurse License Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated Salary: $10,000 - $12,000 per month ($120,000 - $144,000 per year) Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: None Merit Comp Code: Supervisory Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage Work Hours : Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 5:00pm; 1-hour unpaid lunch Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability : Not available, fully in office Headquarter Location : 134 W Main St, Dwight, Illinois, 60420
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Fox Developmental Center
Nursing Supervisor
To be considered, applicants must apply through our official website: https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job-invite/59123/
A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.
When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.
Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a licensed Registered Nurse to serve as Assistant Director of Nursing at the Fox Developmental Center in Dwight, Illinois. This energetic and detail-oriented person will supervise professional and paraprofessional staff, ensuring twenty-four-hour supervisory coverage, directing staff on individuals’ needs and the implementation of treatment plans and reviewing nursing assessments and nursing care plans for completeness, accuracy and appropriateness of plans. The Fox Developmental Center serves a broad spectrum of individuals with behavioral and medical needs.
Essential Functions
Serves as the Assistant Director of Nursing for the Fox Developmental Center.
Serves as full-line supervisor.
Conducts on-site audits of each living unit and nursing station to monitor the delivery of nursing and health care services as established by policies and procedures.
Assists Director of Nursing in the development, implementation and maintenance of in-service training programs given to professional nurses and technicians to use in promoting standards of care.
Conducts regular meetings with subordinate and supervisory staff.
On a rotating basis, services as Administrator of the Day for facility.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.
Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of four (4) years of college with coursework in nursing.
Requires prior experience equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible professional nursing experience in a public or business organization.
Preferred Qualifications
Three (3) years of professional nursing experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or developmental disabilities.
Three (3) years of professional experience supervising professional nursing staff.
Three (3) years of professional experience recommending and implementing nursing policies and procedures relative to the latest trends and nursing standards.
Two (2) years of professional experience reviewing program needs, setting priorities and assigning nursing staff to ensure compliance with standards of care and practice for a public or private organization.
Two (2) years of professional experience training nursing staff on nursing care practices and techniques.
Two (2) years of professional nursing experience communicating in verbal or written form with patients and/or individuals.
Two (2) years of professional experience performing quality assurance assessments on nursing services and treatments provided to patients and/or individuals.
Conditions of Employment
Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
Requires the ability to serve on-call after business hours, weekends and holidays.
Requires the ability to serve as Administrator of the Day.
Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
Requires the ability to obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
Requires the ability to physically restrains individuals as necessary to prevent injury to individual or others.
Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.
*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.
As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following: • A Pension Program • Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance • 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually • 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year) • 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment) *Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable) • 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years • Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position) • 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave • Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan • Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP) • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility • GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions • Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only) For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
Job Requisition ID: 59123 Opening Date: 10/08/2026 Closing Date: 10/22/2026 Agency: Department of Human Services Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 Skill Option: Special License - Registered Nurse License Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated Salary: $10,000 - $12,000 per month ($120,000 - $144,000 per year) Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: None Merit Comp Code: Supervisory Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage Work Hours : Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 5:00pm; 1-hour unpaid lunch Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability : Not available, fully in office Headquarter Location : 134 W Main St, Dwight, Illinois, 60420
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Fox Developmental Center
Nursing Supervisor
To be considered, applicants must apply through our official website: https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job-invite/59123/
A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.
When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.
Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a licensed Registered Nurse to serve as Assistant Director of Nursing at the Fox Developmental Center in Dwight, Illinois. This energetic and detail-oriented person will supervise professional and paraprofessional staff, ensuring twenty-four-hour supervisory coverage, directing staff on individuals’ needs and the implementation of treatment plans and reviewing nursing assessments and nursing care plans for completeness, accuracy and appropriateness of plans. The Fox Developmental Center serves a broad spectrum of individuals with behavioral and medical needs.
Essential Functions
Serves as the Assistant Director of Nursing for the Fox Developmental Center.
Serves as full-line supervisor.
Conducts on-site audits of each living unit and nursing station to monitor the delivery of nursing and health care services as established by policies and procedures.
Assists Director of Nursing in the development, implementation and maintenance of in-service training programs given to professional nurses and technicians to use in promoting standards of care.
Conducts regular meetings with subordinate and supervisory staff.
On a rotating basis, services as Administrator of the Day for facility.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.
Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of four (4) years of college with coursework in nursing.
Requires prior experience equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible professional nursing experience in a public or business organization.
Preferred Qualifications
Three (3) years of professional nursing experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or developmental disabilities.
Three (3) years of professional experience supervising professional nursing staff.
Three (3) years of professional experience recommending and implementing nursing policies and procedures relative to the latest trends and nursing standards.
Two (2) years of professional experience reviewing program needs, setting priorities and assigning nursing staff to ensure compliance with standards of care and practice for a public or private organization.
Two (2) years of professional experience training nursing staff on nursing care practices and techniques.
Two (2) years of professional nursing experience communicating in verbal or written form with patients and/or individuals.
Two (2) years of professional experience performing quality assurance assessments on nursing services and treatments provided to patients and/or individuals.
Conditions of Employment
Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
Requires the ability to serve on-call after business hours, weekends and holidays.
Requires the ability to serve as Administrator of the Day.
Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
Requires the ability to obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
Requires the ability to physically restrains individuals as necessary to prevent injury to individual or others.
Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.
*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.
As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following: • A Pension Program • Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance • 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually • 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year) • 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment) *Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable) • 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years • Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position) • 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave • Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan • Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP) • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility • GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions • Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only) For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
Washington State Department of Ecology
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Department of Ecology is hiring an IT System Administration – Senior/Specialist within the Information Technology Security Services Office .
Location:
Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA .
Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
Schedule:
This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
You may telework most of your work time with occasional in-person meetings and activities.
Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline:
Apply by September 09, 2026
Applications submitted after the date above may not be reviewed unless additional qualified applicants are needed.
Duties
In this role, you will be the senior Identity and Access Management Administrator, with responsibilities for Windows Domain Controllers and cloud-based identity management platform, including Azure. You will be responsible for architecting and modernizing Ecology's Identity and Access Management strategy through the adoption of cloud-native technologies. What you will do:
Mentor and guide other Domain Administrators.
Provide excellent customer service and collaborate with other teams to improve the security posture of Ecology's Identity and Access Management strategy.
Communicate effectively with Management to articulate Ecology's strategy for modernizing Identity and Access Management.
Assess the current Windows Domain Controller architecture and health and identify optimization opportunities.
Assess the current Group Policy Objects architecture and health and identify opportunities to streamline.
Assess and identify opportunities to improve the security posture of Ecology's Identity and Access Management strategy and infrastructure.
Assess and plan the adoption of Intune based policy management.
Design and plan the use of Azure technologies for cloud native Identity and Access Management.
Qualifications
For detailed information on how we calculate experience and responses to other frequently asked questions, please visit our Recruitment website .
Required Qualifications:
Seven years of experience and/or education related to the duties of the position, which must include the following:
Critical Thinking & Decision-Making – Proven track record evaluating risks, analyzing complex IAM, AD, DNS, and GPO issues, and making informed decisions to maintain secure and stable operations.
Security & Compliance – Demonstrated ability to apply and uphold security policies, governance requirements, and best practices to maintain compliant and secure identity, directory, and DNS environments.
Identity & Access Management Administration – Demonstrated ability to manage identity lifecycles, authentication, permissions, and roles to ensure secure and efficient access control.
Active Directory & Entra ID Management – Proven track record configuring, maintaining, modernizing, and troubleshooting Active Directory and Azure Entra ID to ensure reliable identity and directory services.
Group Policy Architecture & Management – Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and troubleshoot GPOs to enforce secure configurations and agency-wide standards. Ability to translate GPO’s to Intune and Azure Policies.
DNS Administration & Architecture – Proven track record designing, implementing, securing, and troubleshooting on-premise and cloud DNS services to ensure accurate and reliable name resolution.
System Maintenance & Continuity Planning – Demonstrated ability to apply updates, monitor performance, and implement disaster recovery strategies to maintain secure and resilient IAM, AD, and DNS operations.
Education involving a major study in Computer Science, Information Technology (IT), Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), or closely related field.
This position does not require formal education. Instead, applicants may meet the qualification requirement through experience alone or through any combination of experience and education totaling seven years . Education in a related field may be applied year-for-year toward the seven-year requirement, as long as the applicant has at least three years of directly related experience and meets all the required competencies listed above. The examples listed below illustrate acceptable combinations of experience and education that satisfy this requirement.
Examples of how to qualify:
7 years of experience.
6 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
5 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
4 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
3 years of experience AND a Bachelor’s degree or higher.
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must be able to provide transportation to and from office or offsite trainings or assignments.
This position requires training to keep consistent with industry best practices. Leadership works with industry leaders to forecast changes in information technology and lists required training in this position’s yearly Performance Development Plan (PDP). Staff within this division are provided two (2) hours per week for training. It is expected that this position will take what is learned in their training and apply it to their daily work.
Desired Qualifications:
Cloud Infrastructure Familiarity – Ability to understand and work with broader Azure services (beyond Entra ID and DNS) to support identity integrations across cloud environments.
Scripting & Automation – Ability to use tools like PowerShell to automate identity, AD, DNS, and GPO tasks to improve efficiency and consistency.
Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) Tools – Ability to work with identity governance platforms and workflows to support lifecycle automation, attestation, and compliance.
Hybrid Identity Architecture – Ability to design and support hybrid identity environments that integrate on-premise AD with cloud identity platforms.
Network Infrastructure Awareness – Ability to understand related network components (firewalls, VLANs, routing) that affect IAM and DNS performance and security.
If you are excited about this role and meet the required qualifications, we encourage you to apply. Desired qualifications reflect additional knowledge, skills, or experience that are nice to have but not required. Studies have shown that some applicants, especially women and people of color, are less likely to apply unless they meet every listed qualification. At the Department of Ecology, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging, and we welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and unique perspectives.
Supplemental Information
Ecology 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 .
Our Commitment to DEIR
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology's work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity: We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity: We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion: We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
Respect: We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Application Process
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified job seekers from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Click “Apply” at the top of this page. Complete the entire application, including full work history and responses to all supplemental questions, and attach:
Cover letter, describing your interest in and qualifications for this position
Resume
Because we base our selection on the information you provide, it is in your best interest to complete the application thoroughly. A resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields or supplemental question responses with comments such as “see resume” may be considered incomplete.
For detailed application information, please visit our Recruitment website.
Application Attestation: By submitting an application, you are affirming that the information contained in your application and on all attachments is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information, and any false or misleading answers may result in rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
Need an Accommodation?
If you need reasonable accommodation during the application and/or screening process, including this job announcement in an alternate format:
Please contact us at 360-407-6186 or careers@ecy.wa.gov
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or 1-800-833-6384.
Questions?
For specific questions about the position location options, schedule, or duties, please contact Senthil Masilamani at Senthil.Masilamani@ecy.wa.gov
If you need assistance applying for this job, are inquiring about the status of your application, would like to request the full position description, or have any other questions, please contact the Recruitment Team at careers@ecy.wa.gov
About the Information Technology Security Services Office
The Information Technology Services Office’s (ITSO) mission is to create and support useful technology services that adapt for the future and support Ecology’s mission.
The Security Team's mission is to guide Ecology in securing evolving technologies to meet business needs in an increasingly dynamic threat landscape. We accomplish this by utilizing a risk-based and proactive approach in a collaborative environment.
Team values:
Expertise/Excellence: Encompasses the team's commitment to high standards in cybersecurity knowledge and practice.
Innovative and Forward-Thinking: Combining innovation with a forward-thinking approach to stay at the forefront of security concepts.
Risk-Based and Proactive Strategy: Reflects a focus on identifying and managing risks proactively.
Adaptability and Continuous Learning: Emphasizing the importance of evolving and learning in a rapidly changing cybersecurity landscape.
Transparency and Customer Focus: Underscores the importance of being transparent in operations and centered on customer needs.
Collaboration: Emphasizes the importance of working together within the team and with customers to achieve more comprehensive and effective cybersecurity outcomes.
About the Department of Ecology
As the State of Washington’s environmental protection agency, we are deeply committed to protecting, preserving, and enhancing Washington’s environment for current and future generations. Joining Ecology means becoming part of a team dedicated to protecting and sustaining healthy land, air, water, and climate in harmony with a strong economy. A career in public service at Ecology allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.
Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentive , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth * Click here for more information
To learn more about Ecology, please visit our website , explore Working at Ecology , check out our Strategic Plan , and connect with us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , or our blog .
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology 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.
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Department of Ecology is hiring an IT System Administration – Senior/Specialist within the Information Technology Security Services Office .
Location:
Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA .
Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
Schedule:
This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
You may telework most of your work time with occasional in-person meetings and activities.
Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline:
Apply by September 09, 2026
Applications submitted after the date above may not be reviewed unless additional qualified applicants are needed.
Duties
In this role, you will be the senior Identity and Access Management Administrator, with responsibilities for Windows Domain Controllers and cloud-based identity management platform, including Azure. You will be responsible for architecting and modernizing Ecology's Identity and Access Management strategy through the adoption of cloud-native technologies. What you will do:
Mentor and guide other Domain Administrators.
Provide excellent customer service and collaborate with other teams to improve the security posture of Ecology's Identity and Access Management strategy.
Communicate effectively with Management to articulate Ecology's strategy for modernizing Identity and Access Management.
Assess the current Windows Domain Controller architecture and health and identify optimization opportunities.
Assess the current Group Policy Objects architecture and health and identify opportunities to streamline.
Assess and identify opportunities to improve the security posture of Ecology's Identity and Access Management strategy and infrastructure.
Assess and plan the adoption of Intune based policy management.
Design and plan the use of Azure technologies for cloud native Identity and Access Management.
Qualifications
For detailed information on how we calculate experience and responses to other frequently asked questions, please visit our Recruitment website .
Required Qualifications:
Seven years of experience and/or education related to the duties of the position, which must include the following:
Critical Thinking & Decision-Making – Proven track record evaluating risks, analyzing complex IAM, AD, DNS, and GPO issues, and making informed decisions to maintain secure and stable operations.
Security & Compliance – Demonstrated ability to apply and uphold security policies, governance requirements, and best practices to maintain compliant and secure identity, directory, and DNS environments.
Identity & Access Management Administration – Demonstrated ability to manage identity lifecycles, authentication, permissions, and roles to ensure secure and efficient access control.
Active Directory & Entra ID Management – Proven track record configuring, maintaining, modernizing, and troubleshooting Active Directory and Azure Entra ID to ensure reliable identity and directory services.
Group Policy Architecture & Management – Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and troubleshoot GPOs to enforce secure configurations and agency-wide standards. Ability to translate GPO’s to Intune and Azure Policies.
DNS Administration & Architecture – Proven track record designing, implementing, securing, and troubleshooting on-premise and cloud DNS services to ensure accurate and reliable name resolution.
System Maintenance & Continuity Planning – Demonstrated ability to apply updates, monitor performance, and implement disaster recovery strategies to maintain secure and resilient IAM, AD, and DNS operations.
Education involving a major study in Computer Science, Information Technology (IT), Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), or closely related field.
This position does not require formal education. Instead, applicants may meet the qualification requirement through experience alone or through any combination of experience and education totaling seven years . Education in a related field may be applied year-for-year toward the seven-year requirement, as long as the applicant has at least three years of directly related experience and meets all the required competencies listed above. The examples listed below illustrate acceptable combinations of experience and education that satisfy this requirement.
Examples of how to qualify:
7 years of experience.
6 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
5 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
4 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
3 years of experience AND a Bachelor’s degree or higher.
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must be able to provide transportation to and from office or offsite trainings or assignments.
This position requires training to keep consistent with industry best practices. Leadership works with industry leaders to forecast changes in information technology and lists required training in this position’s yearly Performance Development Plan (PDP). Staff within this division are provided two (2) hours per week for training. It is expected that this position will take what is learned in their training and apply it to their daily work.
Desired Qualifications:
Cloud Infrastructure Familiarity – Ability to understand and work with broader Azure services (beyond Entra ID and DNS) to support identity integrations across cloud environments.
Scripting & Automation – Ability to use tools like PowerShell to automate identity, AD, DNS, and GPO tasks to improve efficiency and consistency.
Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) Tools – Ability to work with identity governance platforms and workflows to support lifecycle automation, attestation, and compliance.
Hybrid Identity Architecture – Ability to design and support hybrid identity environments that integrate on-premise AD with cloud identity platforms.
Network Infrastructure Awareness – Ability to understand related network components (firewalls, VLANs, routing) that affect IAM and DNS performance and security.
If you are excited about this role and meet the required qualifications, we encourage you to apply. Desired qualifications reflect additional knowledge, skills, or experience that are nice to have but not required. Studies have shown that some applicants, especially women and people of color, are less likely to apply unless they meet every listed qualification. At the Department of Ecology, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging, and we welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and unique perspectives.
Supplemental Information
Ecology 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 .
Our Commitment to DEIR
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology's work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity: We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity: We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion: We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
Respect: We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Application Process
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified job seekers from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Click “Apply” at the top of this page. Complete the entire application, including full work history and responses to all supplemental questions, and attach:
Cover letter, describing your interest in and qualifications for this position
Resume
Because we base our selection on the information you provide, it is in your best interest to complete the application thoroughly. A resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields or supplemental question responses with comments such as “see resume” may be considered incomplete.
For detailed application information, please visit our Recruitment website.
Application Attestation: By submitting an application, you are affirming that the information contained in your application and on all attachments is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information, and any false or misleading answers may result in rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
Need an Accommodation?
If you need reasonable accommodation during the application and/or screening process, including this job announcement in an alternate format:
Please contact us at 360-407-6186 or careers@ecy.wa.gov
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or 1-800-833-6384.
Questions?
For specific questions about the position location options, schedule, or duties, please contact Senthil Masilamani at Senthil.Masilamani@ecy.wa.gov
If you need assistance applying for this job, are inquiring about the status of your application, would like to request the full position description, or have any other questions, please contact the Recruitment Team at careers@ecy.wa.gov
About the Information Technology Security Services Office
The Information Technology Services Office’s (ITSO) mission is to create and support useful technology services that adapt for the future and support Ecology’s mission.
The Security Team's mission is to guide Ecology in securing evolving technologies to meet business needs in an increasingly dynamic threat landscape. We accomplish this by utilizing a risk-based and proactive approach in a collaborative environment.
Team values:
Expertise/Excellence: Encompasses the team's commitment to high standards in cybersecurity knowledge and practice.
Innovative and Forward-Thinking: Combining innovation with a forward-thinking approach to stay at the forefront of security concepts.
Risk-Based and Proactive Strategy: Reflects a focus on identifying and managing risks proactively.
Adaptability and Continuous Learning: Emphasizing the importance of evolving and learning in a rapidly changing cybersecurity landscape.
Transparency and Customer Focus: Underscores the importance of being transparent in operations and centered on customer needs.
Collaboration: Emphasizes the importance of working together within the team and with customers to achieve more comprehensive and effective cybersecurity outcomes.
About the Department of Ecology
As the State of Washington’s environmental protection agency, we are deeply committed to protecting, preserving, and enhancing Washington’s environment for current and future generations. Joining Ecology means becoming part of a team dedicated to protecting and sustaining healthy land, air, water, and climate in harmony with a strong economy. A career in public service at Ecology allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.
Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentive , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth * Click here for more information
To learn more about Ecology, please visit our website , explore Working at Ecology , check out our Strategic Plan , and connect with us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , or our blog .
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology 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.
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
