State Roadside Asset Program Coordinator (TPS4)

State Roadside Asset Program Coordinator (TPS4)

Salary

$80,496.00 - $108,228.00 Annually

Location

Thurston County - Olympia, WA

Job Type

Full Time - Permanent

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

26DOT-HQ-05607

Department

Dept. of Transportation

Division

Headquarters

Opening Date

10/21/2026

Closing Date

11/4/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

About WSDOT

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, manages the worlds longest floating bridge, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is seeking a knowledgeable and collaborative roadside vegetation management professional to support the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of Washington's transportation system. As the State Roadside Asset Program Coordinator, you will provide technical expertise in managing vegetation across approximately 100,000 acres of roadside statewide, supporting data-driven decisions related to weed control, tree and brush control, site restoration, and Integrated Roadside Vegetation Management (IRVM) treatment plans. The position will also provide field support, manage data, develop and annually update vegetation management plans, document maintenance accomplishments, deliver formal training, and offer informal consultation to maintenance operations and project development staff throughout the state. Expertise in vegetation management, knowledge of Integrated Roadside Vegetation Management practices, strong analytical and data management skills, and the ability to collaborate with diverse teams across the state are skills top candidates will possess.

What to Expect

This position may be required to perform work in the field along state highway roadsides that includes observation and surveillance, information gathering, documentation and occasional light physical activities including walking/standing outdoors on highway roadsides and during inclement weather.

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the State Roadside Asset Program Coordinator will:

• Manipulate ArcGIS software to refine and maintain an up-to-date feature-based geographic inventory of roadside vegetation treatment.
• Lead statewide Highway Activity Tracking System (HATS) GIS inventory of project development related roadside landscape treatments for the Maintenance Division.
• Collect, analyze and validate data to produce an annual summary of statewide accomplishment.
• Operate UAS equipment to perform field survey and data collection and conduct aerial herbicide application and coordinate roadside drone operations with regional staff.
• Travel statewide to attend and document all in-person and virtual IRVM planning, training, statewide site development meetings throughout the year and produce documentation.
• Organize and maintain consistent files and records of attendance at all meetings in coordination with the Regional Training Coordinators.
• Coordinate with the WSDOT Public Information Offices on social media and public relations in relation to roadside development and roadside landscape maintenance.
• Document and file information on all maintenance-based site restoration efforts to conduct weed control, restoration of soils and grading, and manage native revegetation.
• Develop and deliver presentation materials for weed control and site restoration case studies.
• Provide technical expertise to regional vegetation management staff for weed identification and mapping weed locations.
• Support region staff in developing weed control prescriptions; provide leadership and direction for the ongoing operation of the state litter control program.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, the following competencies are required:

• Training and Customer Support: Demonstrated experience providing training, technical assistance, and support to a diverse customer base.
• GIS Data Management: Demonstrated ability and skills to manipulate, analyze, and manage data using ArcGIS software or a GIS certification.
• Power BI: Demonstrated ability to manipulate, analyze, and present data using Microsoft Power BI.
• Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
• Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.

The following qualifications are also required:

• A valid driver's license and the ability to operate state-owned vehicles.
• A Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) Pesticide License, or ability to obtain within one (1) year of appointment.
• A FAA - UAS Pilot's License (Part 107) or ability to obtain within one (1) year of appointment.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also demonstrate/have:

• Roadside Vegetation Management: Knowledge and ability to develop recommendations for roadside preservation, restoration, weed control strategies, and plant establishment on roadway environments.
• Vegetation and Plant Management: Knowledge of invasive and native plant species, soil amendments, tree and vegetation preservation measures, adaptive management strategies, and vegetation maintenance practices.
• Roadside Vegetation Management Plans: Knowledge and understanding of Roadside Vegetation Management Plans and their application to roadway vegetation management.
• Professional Certification/Licenses: International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Arborist certification, Site Erosion and Sediment Control certification, and/or Licensed as a Landscape Architect.
• To review the full Position Description, please follow the directions in the Contact Us section of this posting.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• 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 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• 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 are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals' lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including telework options for eligible positions.
• Paid Leave - In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees 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.

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. NOTE: This information may be entered in the "References" section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.

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.

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

Contact Us

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at Robyn.Lovely@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 26DOT-HQ-05607 in the subject line.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. Thats why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026

01

Please briefly describe your most recent roadside preservation or restoration role and responsibilities. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.

02

Training and Customer Support: Please briefly describe your experience providing training, technical assistance, and support to a diverse customer base. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.

03

GIS Data Management: Which best describes your experience using ArcGIS or other GIS software to manipulate, analyze, and manage data?

• I independently use ArcGIS to manipulate, analyze, manage, and interpret complex spatial data and produce GIS products or analyses to support decision-making.
• I regularly use ArcGIS to manipulate, analyze, and manage GIS data and create maps, reports, or other GIS products.
• I have experience using ArcGIS or other GIS software to perform basic data manipulation, analysis, mapping, or data management.
• I have limited experience using GIS software or working with GIS data.
• I hold a GIS certification but have limited hands-on experience using GIS software.
• I do not have experience using GIS software and do not hold a GIS certification.

04

Please briefly describe your experience using ArcGIS or other GIS software to manipulate, analyze, and manage data. Include the types of data you have worked with and the GIS tools or functions you have used. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.

05

Power BI: Which best describes your experience using Microsoft Power BI to manipulate, analyze, and present data?

• I independently develop and maintain complex Power BI reports or dashboards, manipulate and analyze data from multiple sources, and present information to support business decisions.
• I regularly use Power BI to manipulate, analyze, visualize, and present data through reports, dashboards, or other data products.
• I have experience using Power BI to create reports, dashboards, visualizations, or perform basic data analysis.
• I have limited experience using Power BI to view, manipulate, or present data.
• I do not have experience using Microsoft Power BI.

06

Please briefly describe your experience using Microsoft Power BI to manipulate, analyze, and present data. Include the types of data or reports you have worked with, and the Power BI functions or tools you have used. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.

07

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

08

Please select all the following you currently possess:

• Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) Pesticide License
• FAA UAS Pilot's License (Part 107)
• Landscape Architect License
• International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Arborist certification
• Site Erosion and Sediment Control certification
• None of the above

09

Roadside Vegetation Management: Which best describes your knowledge and experience developing recommendations for roadside preservation, restoration, weed control strategies, and plant establishment on roadway environments?

• I independently develop and implement technical recommendations for roadside preservation, restoration, weed control, and plant establishment and evaluate their effectiveness.
• I regularly contribute to the development of recommendations for roadside preservation, restoration, weed control, or plant establishment.
• I have experience applying roadside vegetation management practices or contributing to vegetation management recommendations.
• I have general knowledge of roadside vegetation management but limited experience developing recommendations.
• I do not have experience with roadside vegetation management.

10

Please briefly describe your knowledge and/or experience developing recommendations for roadside preservation, restoration, weed control strategies, and plant establishment on roadway environments. If you do not have this knowledge /experience, please enter N/A.

11

Vegetation and Plant Management: Which best describes your knowledge and experience with invasive and native plant species, soil amendments, tree and vegetation preservation measures, adaptive management strategies, and vegetation maintenance practices?

• I have comprehensive knowledge of these areas and independently apply this knowledge to develop and implement vegetation management strategies.
• I have substantial knowledge of invasive and native plant species, soil amendments, vegetation preservation, adaptive management, and vegetation maintenance and apply this knowledge in professional practice.
• I have working knowledge of several of these areas and have applied them to vegetation management activities.
• I have general knowledge of vegetation management concepts but limited practical experience.
• I do not have experience or knowledge in these areas.

12

Please briefly describe your knowledge and/or experience with invasive and native plant species, soil amendments, tree and vegetation preservation measures, adaptive management strategies, and vegetation maintenance practices. If you do not have this knowledge/experience, please enter N/A.

13

Roadside Vegetation Management Plans: Which best describes your knowledge and experience developing, implementing, or maintaining Roadside Vegetation Management Plans?

• I independently develop, implement, evaluate, and maintain Roadside Vegetation Management Plans and use them to guide vegetation management decisions.
• I have experience developing, implementing, or maintaining Roadside Vegetation Management Plans and applying them to roadside vegetation management activities.
• I have experience working with or applying Roadside Vegetation Management Plans developed by others.
• I have general knowledge of Roadside Vegetation Management Plans but limited experience applying them.
• I do not have experience with Roadside Vegetation Management Plans.

14

Please briefly describe your knowledge and experience developing, implementing, maintaining, or applying Roadside Vegetation Management Plans. Include specific examples of how you have used these plans to guide vegetation management decisions, treatments, or maintenance activities. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.

15

How did you learn of this employment opportunity?

• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Direct Email Notification
• WSDOT social media (Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, etc)
• Career Fair
• Monster
• WorkSource
• Handshake
• AASHTO
• NACTO
• COMTO
• APWA
• "NOW HIRING" banner/sign
• Radio advertisement
• WSDOT Employment Site
• Careers.wa.gov
• governmentjobs.com
• Other (specify below)

16

If you selected Other on the previous question, please specify how you learned of this employment opportunity in the space provided:

Required Question

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Website http://www.careers.wa.gov