GIS Program Assistant

This position is expected to last thru June 30, 2026

(or longer provided funding)

Schedule and Salary: Office hours are 8AM-5PM, Monday-Friday. Hybrid/Telework schedules are available; there can be flexibility in start time, however because of DAHP's information technology solution, there are some technical limitations to performing assigned job duties virtually. As a result, DAHP requires at least one day in-office per week.

The annual salary range of compensation for this position is dependent upon qualifications, although the expected hiring salary will be less than the top of the range, to allow for growth and development movement.

What you will be doing:

Under general supervision, you will perform work requiring knowledge and experience that is specific to cultural resource preservation and geographic information systems (GIS). The agency's geographic information system is a specialized program area with specific complex components and discrete tasks which distinguish it from the main body of the agency. You will perform specialized technical duties in support of GIS Program activities; including, but not limited to, GIS data implementation and assessment of cultural resource recordation to DAHP reporting standards, carrying out assigned GIS Data Quality Assurance/Quality Control Program tasks, communicating information related to the progress and implementation of GIS related projects with the general public, tribal governments, state, local and federal level stakeholders, providing backup to GIS/IT Unit staff, granting access to DAHP cultural resource repositories, testing agency GIS applications as well as performing other assigned GIS projects.

A little bit about us:

The cultural and historic resources of a community tell the story of its past, a past that makes any single community distinct from all other places. From lumber mills to schools, sacred landscapes to archaeological sites, rustic cabins to office towers, our historic and cultural resources provide everyone with a tangible link to persons and events that have shaped our communities and ourselves. Preserving these physical reminders of our past creates a sense of place, the result being an environment that instills civic pride and community spirit.

By preserving significant cultural and historic resources, we are able to learn from past achievements (as well as mistakes) in order to improve, enrich, and even enliven, the Washington state that is passed to future generations. To learn more about the vision and role of historic preservation in the State of Washington, download our current Statewide Historic Preservation Plan (Download PDF reader). (Download PDF reader).

Some of what you will enjoy doing will include:

• Use spreadsheet and geospatial database software to develop and maintain records.
• Use graphics desktop publishing software (e.g. ArcGIS and Adobe software).
• For specific stakeholder organizations, review archaeological inventories, surveys, historic property inventories, cemetery inventories, traditional cultural property inventories, register nominations and other GIS datasets, assess data against DAHP reporting standards and guidelines, request more information from inventory authors when needed to meet standards, record inventory data within DAHP's central repository, and map locational data. Use GIS statistical software and simple GIS inquiry programming.
• Composing correspondence and informational material related to assigned GIS projects, procedures, and operations.
• Compile and distribute information relative to program activities, confer with other DAHP programs and outside agencies.
• Interpret statistical data, historical activity reports, and other materials in the functional area.
• Coordinate arrangements for program activity meetings and collaboration sessions.
• Prepare narratives and statistical information regarding program operations within monthly project performance reports
• Work collaboratively with agency staff and GIS Program Manager to determine appropriate project parameters, deliverables, establish completion dates and work plans specific to funding organization.
• Maintain and monitor assigned GIS project and inform supervisor of status.
• Perform backup tasks assigned to other GIS/IT Unit staff as needed.

REQUIRED:

High school graduation or equivalent

AND

Two years of full-time experience reviewing, updating and maintaining electronic records.

OR

Equivalent education/experience.

Competencies - Incumbent must be able to:

• Independently manage time, priorities, and resources to achieve goals.
• Develop creative solutions to difficult problems.
• Be responsible for the quality and timeliness of work and achieve results with little oversight and direction.
• Make timely, informed decisions that take into account the facts, goals, constraints, and risks.
• Examine data to grasp issues, draw conclusions, and solve problems.
• Convey ideas and facts orally and in writing using language the reader will best understand as well as grasp the meaning of information written in English and apply it to work situations.
• Be flexible with staff and search for solutions to staff issues.
• Partner with stakeholders to identify and resolve complex and sensitive problems.
• Earn trust and respect through consistent honesty and professionalism in all interactions.
• Diligently attend to details and pursues quality in accomplishing tasks.
• Identify, collect, and organize data for analysis and decision-making.
• Resolve difficult or complicated challenges.
• Use mathematical techniques to calculate data or solve practical problems.
• Able to learn and understand the language and concepts of our DEI culture and commit to being a part of creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, respectful and inclusive workplace.
• Demonstrate a commitment to growth, learning and self-awareness when provided training and opportunities to participate in improving our work environment.
• Participate and behave in a manner that creates trust and builds working relationships, promoting teamwork and collaboration in the work environment.
• Demonstrate the understanding that all people are valued; contribute to an equitable, inclusive and respectful environment when working with members of the group, team, organization or community.
• Commit to being an active participant in continually evaluating and improving strategies that promote equity and inclusion in our organization.

PREFERRED:

• One year of experience in GIS.
• Knowledge of archaeology and historic preservation for the following laws as well as understanding of the regulatory consultation workflow: National Historic Preservation Act, Section 106, Section 304, Executive Order Protection and Enhancement of the Cultural Environment), Executive Order Locating federal Facilities in Historic Properties), Executive Order 05-05, Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (WAC 25-12), Abandoned and Historic Cemeteries and Historic Graves (RCW 68.60), Washington State Historic Building Code (RCW , Heritage Barn Program (RCW , State Historical Societies - Historic Preservation (RCW 27.34), Archaeological Resource Protection Act of 1979, Archaeological and Historic Preservation Act of 1974, Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, National Historic Preservation Act, Archaeological Sites and Resources (RCW 27.53), Archaeological Excavation and Removal Permit (WAC 25-48), Abandoned and Historic Cemeteries and Historic Graves (RCW 68.60), Registration of Historic Archaeological Resources on State-Owned Aquatic Lands (WAC 25-46), Aquatic Lands - In General (RCW , and Archaeological Site Public Disclosure Exemption (RCW

Please provide the following documents in order to be considered, failure to do so may result in you not being considered for the position:

• Aletter of interest, describing why you are the best candidate and how you meet the specific qualifications for this position;
• A current resume or vita detailing experience, and education;
• A current list of at least three (3) professional referenceswith current contact information (attached or available to provide at the time of interview)

NOTE: By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct. The state may verify information. Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed. A resume will not substitute for completing the "duties summary" section or supplemental questions of the application. Please do not "refer to resume" for detail, or your application may be disqualified.

NOTE: This position is included in a bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).

Opportunity for All:

The DAHP celebrates our differences and we are committed to a workplace that supports equal opportunity employment and inclusion regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, marital status, families with children (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, status as a protected veteran, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as an individual with the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with disabilities or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws.

You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our organization.

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