IT Quality Assurance Director jobs in Olympia, WA
IT Quality Assurance Director is responsible for planning and directing the policies, programs, and initiatives used to monitor and measure the overall quality of IT services, systems, and software. Ensures that tracking systems capture useful operational metrics for use in reducing defects, improving service, and optimizing the implementation process. Being an IT Quality Assurance Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a top management. The IT Quality Assurance Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be an IT Quality Assurance Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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IT Quality Assurance, Senior/Specialist, IT Quality Assurance
- State of Washington
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Thurston, WA
FULL_TIME
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IT Quality Assurance, Senior/Specialist, IT Quality Assurance
Recruitment #2024-4-A384
Full-time, Permanent, Represented position
Location flexibility may be available and considered: Olympia, WA
Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered
Salary: $7,286.00 - $9,799.00 Monthly
Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity within our Information Technology Division, Project Management Office (PMO) for an IT Quality Assurance Senior Specialist position.Responsibilities:
The IT QA Senior Specialist works with cross-agency, cross-divisional, cross-disciplinary teams and directly with the PMO to ensure that system designs or modifications to agency applications and information systems and will work to meet business requirements and technical design specifications. This position defines, describes, and evaluates test objectives, priorities, and test goals that have long term effects on software quality including organizational, fiscal and technical dependencies.
The systems developed, enhanced, and maintained at DNR are highly visible systems that have agency-wide, statewide, nationwide, and multi-agency impact. This position defines the test strategies and methodologies that are most likely to succeed for operational efforts and enterprise projects that are highly visible, highly complex and have wide-area impact. This position defines effectiveness, efficiency, and satisfaction metrics for testing, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. Additionally, this position will provide expert level technical support and guidance to ensure that mission critical system defects and failures are resolved through comprehensive testing prior to deployment of any code/configuration fix to the agency’s production level environments.
Design, develop, implement, update, monitor, communicate and enforce agency standards associated with software quality assurance.
Assist in the designing, developing, implementation of software testing across the agency.
Plan, design, develop, and execute tests for highly complex mission critical applications and information systems.
Other Duties as Assigned.Required Qualifications:- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or closely related field
AND 7 years of IT experience in business analysis, testing, or systems development.
OR a combination of education and/or relevant IT experience. - Advanced knowledge and technical proficiency in software quality assurance strategies, methodologies, and processes.
- Advanced knowledge and technical proficiency in development architecture and use of automated test tools as well as writing automated test scripts using a variety of scripting languages.
- Advanced knowledge and technical proficiency of defect tracking tools and techniques.
- Advanced knowledge and technical proficiency of test management tool(s) and techniques.
- Working level knowledge and progressive experience with database technologies.
- Working level knowledge of hosting environment variables, e.g. Windows Operating Systems (OS) and commands.
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion and environmental justice practices.
- Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations, and public records retention and requests are followed.
- DNR Core Competencies:
- Personal Accountability
- Value Others
- Compassionate Communication
- Inspire Others
- Commitment to Excellence
- Work is performed almost exclusively in an indoor office environment. While in the office, incumbent usually does not come into contact with any hazardous substances other than standard surface cleaners, copier/printer toner and adhesives. May be exposed to hazardous materials and situations in working with fire suppression chemicals and computer equipment, electrical powered equipment and low voltage devices and may work in noisy environments, low light level conditions, small spaces or excessively hot or cold environments.
- May require occasional travel to field offices within the state, and/or occasional travel for meetings and/or training.
- Software and Application Testing Certificate of training completion.
- Quality Assurance Institute (QAI)
- American Society for Quality (ASQ)
- International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB)
- International Institute for Software Testing (IIST)
- Experience working in a local/state/federal government environment where IT security best practices, policies, and procedures are required and audited, as well as having responsibility for developing, implementing, and enforcing these types of policies and procedures.
- Customer focus—Develop and maintain effective working relationship with customers; responsive to both internal and external customers; works with customer to identify needs and ensures commitments are met; receptive to feedback; consistently demonstrate positive attitude; collaborate and strengthen partnerships.
- Communication skills—Demonstrate appropriate communication skills (reading comprehension, writing, listening, speaking); mitigate conflict; shows respect and courtesy in interpersonal communications; model effective behavior.
- Self-Development—Demonstrates proactive learning; keeps knowledge and skills up-to-date; attends training and seeks development assignments to improve.
- Apply online: at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above).
- Letter of interest: describing your specific qualifications to the position and position required, desired, and special requirements.
- Resume: that details your experience and qualifications.
- References: at least three professional references with current telephone numbers– you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include it with your resume.
- Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
- Complete all supplemental questions.
- Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at info@governmentjobs.com with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive those communications.
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.
- 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 that 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.
This recruitment may be extended and may also be used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty (60) days.
DNR does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.
Veterans wishing to claim Veteran’s preference please attach a copy of your DD-214, NGB-22, or other verification of military service. Please black out your social security number prior to attaching it. 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 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. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 522-2500 or email DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov. 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.
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 NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or email CareersHelp@des.wa.gov.
Check us out on: DNR’s website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | WordPress - Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or closely related field
- 5 Days Ago
IT Quality Assurance at Olympia, WA
- VTECH Solution
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Olympia, WA
FULL_TIME
- Job DetailsIT QUALITY ASSURANCEScope:Quality Assurance (QA) is the work that involves the ongoing, independent assessment of project management processes and activities. Specifically, Information Tech...
- 5 Days Ago
IT Software Quality Assurance Testers @ Remote
- CEDENT
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Olympia, WA
FULL_TIME
- IT Software Quality Assurance Testers @ Remote Duration: 12 Months Location: Olympia, WA or Remote Work Authorization: Any work authorization is fine. Pay rate: Open & competitive Detailed reqt: We ar...
- 21 Days Ago
IT Quality Assurance - Journey (ITQAJ/ETS)
- Washington State Health Care Authority
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Olympia, WA
FULL_TIME
- Description IT Quality Assurance - Journey (ITQAJ/ETS) 71039323 The Legislature has approved a 4% general wage increase for all state employees, effective July 1, 2023. This position performs user acc...
- 23 Days Ago
DSHS Lakeland Village Quality Assurance Director
- State of Washington
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Medical Lake, WA
FULL_TIME
- Quality Assurance DirectorAs the Quality Assurance Director, you'll join the Department of Social and Health Services' Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) in empowering individuals with in...
- 2 Days Ago
IT Software Quality Assurance Testers @ Remote (Olympia, WA)
- CEDENT
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Olympia, WA
FULL_TIME
- IT Software Quality Assurance Testers @ Remote Duration: 12 Months Location: Olympia, WA or Remote Work Authorization: Any work authorization is fine. Pay rate: Open & competitive Detailed reqt: We ar...
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CNA/Aide Hospice
- LHC New
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Olympia, WA
- Summary We are hiring for a Hospice Aide / CNA. At Assured Hospice of Olympia, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
CNA Hospice
- LHC Group
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Olympia, WA
- Summary We are hiring for a Hospice CNA. Compensation: 20.00-30.00/hr dependent on experience At Assured Hospice of Olym...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
IT Project Manager
- Cayzen Technologies
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Lacey, WA
- Cayzen Technologies is looking to hire a Senior IT Project Manager for several contracting projects with our clients. Th...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
Resident Care Manager (RN) - $40 - $45+ Plus Shift Differentials
- Hiring Now!
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Tenino, WA
- What does the Resident Care Manager (RN) do? If you want to serve in a nursing leadership role where you stay busy, get ...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
Resident Care Manager (RN) - $40 - $45+ Plus Shift Differentials
- Hiring Now!
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Rochester, WA
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- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
Medical Director Cancer Institute Hematology Oncology
- MultiCare Health System
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Tacoma, WA
- You Belong Here. At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health car...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
Resident Care Manager (RN) - $40 - $45+ Plus Shift Differentials
- Hiring Now!
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Centralia, WA
- What does the Resident Care Manager (RN) do? If you want to serve in a nursing leadership role where you stay busy, get ...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Dentist
- Community Health Care
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Spanaway, WA
- Dentist Job Details Job Location Community Health Care - Spanaway Clinic - Spanaway, WA Position Type Full Time Educatio...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Olympia, Washington
Olympia is the capital of the U.S. state of Washington and the county seat of Thurston County. European settlers claimed the area in 1846, with the Treaty of Medicine Creek initiated in 1854, and the Treaty of Olympia initiated in January 1856.
Olympia was incorporated as a town on January 28, 1859, and as a City in 1882. The population was 46,479 as of the 2010 census, making it the 24th largest city in the state. The city borders Lacey to the east and Tumwater to the south. Olympia is a cultural center of the southern Puget Sound region. Olympia is located 60 miles (100 km) southwest of Seat...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
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