IT Enterprise Architect, IT Architecture-Senior/Specialist

IT Enterprise Architect, IT Architecture-Senior/Specialist Recruitment #2026-9-6774 Full-time, Permanent, Represented position (WFSE) Location: Natural Resources Building- Olympia, WA

Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered Salary: $8,692.00 - $11,689.00 Monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 10/1/26. 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 (ITD) as a Senior Enterprise Architect. We are looking for a motivated self-starter to lead the design, development, and ongoing stewardship of DNR’s enterprise-wide architecture. You would report to the IT Operations Manager within the Information Technology Division (ITD) and partner with teams across ITD (including network, infrastructure, cybersecurity, development, and the project management office (PMO), as well as with DNR business partners, to design solutions that support mission-critical operations.Responsibilities:• Develop and maintain enterprise-wide architecture models, diagrams, and standard documentation across business, application, information, and technology domains to ensure alignment with Agency goals.

• Build and maintain a two-year rolling IT technology roadmap, in coordination with leadership, that identifies modernization priorities, end-of-life risks, funding requirements, and opportunities for efficiency and standardization.
• Develop conceptual and logical models of future-state architecture, incorporating hardware/software frameworks to support long-term modernization aligned with the Agency's mission and IT strategy.
• Ensure platform changes and technology additions align with existing Agency systems, strategy, and outcomes, and support long-term planning and growth.
• Align enterprise architecture and engineering efforts with business strategy and agency outcomes.
• Define and enforce enterprise architecture principles, standards, and compliance for architectural consistency across all initiatives.
• Develop and maintain a standardized documentation repository of architectural artifacts to ensure institutional knowledge is accessible and reusable across the enterprise.
• Lead and support enterprise-wide IT initiatives that drive strategic alignment and technology adoption.
• Establish and enforce enterprise architectural policies, standards, and governance practices to reduce technical debt, improve lifecycle management, and ensure consistent, supportable environments.
• Advise agency leadership, service owners, and business partners on technology decisions, ensuring alignment with mission, strategy, and performance for business objectives.
• Communicate architecture perspectives (conceptual, logical, physical) in language and format tailored for both executives and technical teams.
• Develop and present visual models and strategic plans to support IT decision-making.
• Engage with business and technical partners to ensure technology decisions are transparent, aligned, and well-understood.
• Provide consultation to project teams and service owners to ensure early alignment with enterprise architecture.
• Advise leadership in understanding return on investment (ROI), total cost of ownership, and value of technology initiatives.
• Drive enterprise-wide IT initiatives and ensure architectural consistency across projects.
• Monitor and improve enterprise architecture performance through measurable outcomes and partner feedback to drive service and technology quality improvements through data-informed decisions.

Required Qualifications: You must meet all the Required Qualifications and Competencies to be considered for this position. There are multiple pathways to meet qualifications, such as education, volunteer work, life skills, and experience. Please clearly communicate in your application material that your skills align with the position and qualifications.

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or other closely related field AND five (5) years of IT architecture experience supporting complex/enterprise technology environments; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and professional experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Experience in conducting proof-of-concept evaluations and developing current-state and target-state architectural models.

• Experience in the development of multi-year technology roadmaps.

• Experience with architecture modeling tools and diagramming platforms.

• Knowledge of principles and practices of multiple IT disciplines including data management, IT security principles, local and wide area networks, data storage, and application architecture principles.

• Knowledge of IT governance, standardization, and lifecycle management.

• Experience in evaluating technologies and aligning architecture with business strategy.

• Experience with on-premises, hybrid, and multi-cloud infrastructure (e.g., Microsoft ecosystems, Azure, AWS).

• Experience evaluating business capabilities, processes, workflows, dependencies, and technology enablement to identify architectural needs and opportunities.

• Experience in conducting architecture reviews, applying enterprise architecture principles and standards, evaluating alternatives, identifying architectural risks, and developing actionable recommendations and decisions.

• Experience evaluating technology portfolios and investments for strategic alignment, business value, lifecycle risk, duplication, dependencies, technical debt, interoperability, supportability, and total cost of ownership.

Required Competencies:

• Accustomed to evaluating technology as an interconnected enterprise ecosystem and considering relationships among business capabilities, applications, data/information, security, integrations, infrastructure, operations, people, and processes.
• Critical Thinking and Complex Problem Solving- Accustomed to defining complex and ambiguous problems, evaluating relevant information, identifying assumptions and dependencies, considering multiple perspectives, and developing well-supported conclusions and recommendations.
• Executive, Technical, and Professional Communication — Accustomed to communicating complex architecture and technology information clearly and concisely in verbal, written, and visual formats; adapt communication for executive, business, technical, and external audiences; and professionally represent the agency in committees, workgroups, forums, and other collaborative settings.
• Relationship Management, Influence, and Consensus Building — Advanced ability to establish trusted working relationships, facilitate management- and technical-level discussions, influence and negotiate without direct authority, constructively challenge proposed approaches, and build consensus among stakeholders with differing priorities, while professionally collaborating with executives, managers, business partners, technical teams, vendors, committees, workgroups, and external government partners.
• Washington State IT Policy and Enterprise Governance- Accustomed to interpreting and applying applicable Washington State enterprise IT policies, standards, guidelines, technology requirements, and enterprise services.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations, and public records retention, and ensure requests are followed.
• DNR Core Competencies:• Personal Accountability
• Value Others
• Compassionate Communication
• Inspire Others
• Commitment to Excellence

Special Requirements and Conditions of Employment:• This position’s assigned duty station is the Natural Resources Building located in Olympia, WA. This position is eligible for Telework arrangements with prior approval from their direct supervisor.

• Occasional travel.

Desired Qualifications: These qualifications are not required. However, it can help you stand out as a candidate and should be highlighted in your application material.• Master's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field AND 7 years of IT experience in one or more of the following Enterprise Architecture domains: business, data, application, or technology; OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

• Experience working in a public sector, government agency, or highly regulated environment.
• Advanced knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman, FEAF).
• Experience modernizing legacy systems or leading digital transformation initiatives.
• Experience in enterprise-level IT governance or standards development.
• MSCE, CITA, CCNA, EACOE, CISSP, Security+, ITIL, TOGAF certifications. One certification counts toward 1 year of total experience required, up to three certificates.

At DNR, we value diversity and inclusion and are committed to hiring the best candidate for the job. Don’t let doubts stop you from applying for this position. If you have any questions about the qualifications, please email us at [email protected] Requirements: Failure to provide the listed documents may result in disqualification. If you have questions or difficulty attaching these documents, please contact [email protected].

• Online Application: Apply at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above). You must complete the entire online application to be considered for the position.
• Cover Letter: Your cover letter should be tailored to this job posting. Be sure to highlight your qualifications for this role, directly address the requirements of the position, and explain why you’re the best candidate for the job.
• Resume: Your resume should consist of your work history, education, volunteer work, life skills, experience, and any other relevant information associated with the position.
• References: References are optional at the time your application is submitted. Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least three (3) professional references, to include a current or most recent supervisor, along with telephone numbers.
• Complete All Supplemental Questions: Answers to these questions will be used to evaluate candidates. Please provide comprehensive answers to all questions requiring a text response.
• Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (Social Security Number, year of birth, etc.).
• Email Communication: Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at [email protected] with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive these communications.

Questions? Please contact Becca Paice at [email protected]/360-902-1581 or email us at [email protected].

Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 522-2500 or email [email protected]. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

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. 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 which 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 benefits package 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.

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

DNR does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

Veterans wishing to claim Veteran’s preference, please attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 long-form copy), NGB 22, or a USDVA signed verification of service letter. Please black out all PII (personally identifiable information) data, such as Social Security numbers. We thank you and are grateful for your service!

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State 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 with 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.

Once you submit your online application, you can check your status by logging into your account. If you experience technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, call 360-664-1960 or 1-877-664-1960 or email [email protected].

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