Title: Hydrogeologist 3 (In-Training) Location: King County, United States Hybrid- Shoreline, WA Full-time/Permanent Salary - $69,684.00 - $103,440.00 Annually Job Description: Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen The Department of Ecology is hiring a Hydrogeologist 3 (In-Training) within the Water Resources Program. Location: - Northwest Region Office in Shoreline, WA. - The salary listed includes 5% premium pay due to the position location in King County. - Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station. Assignment Pay: - If the finalist for this position qualifies at the Hydrogeologist 3 level, they will receive additional 7.5% assignment pay due to the required licensure. Schedule: - This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options. - A minimum of three days per week is required in the office during the first six-months of employment. Additional telework options will be available following this period. - Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change. In this position, you will serve as a permit writer, processing water right applications, developing Reports of Examination, conducting hydrogeologic evaluations and generating technical memorandums in support of permitting decisions. You will develop in-depth knowledge of water resources science and legal framework, and must effectively communicate and perform technical consultation with other agencies, Tribes, businesses, interest groups, and local governments regarding complex issues. What you will do: - Lead hydrogeologic investigations, provide technical peer reviews, and serve as a technical expert for the region on surface and groundwater flow. - Identify the hydrogeologic characteristics of drainage basins and aquifers. Apply standard methods to identify groundwater movement and storage, groundwater recharge and discharge, areal extent and thickness of geologic formations, hydraulic conductivities, boundary conditions, extent of ground-water mining, and other aquifer properties. Draft hydrogeologic cross-sections. - Measure streamflow, identify stream flow characteristics, estimate low streamflow, and conduct watershed yield analysis. - Independently perform field and office investigations of applications for new water rights and changes to existing water rights and prepare Reports of Examination and other decision documents. - Develop and prepare technical materials, gather legally defensible data, consider input from interested parties to gain consensus when possible, and conduct necessary water rights/water law research in making permit decisions. - Serve as contact person for water rights in assigned watersheds; respond to inquiries from public officials and private interests. This position offers an in-training plan and may be filled at the Hydrogeologist 2 or 3 level, depending on your qualifications. If you qualify at the HG2 level and are hired, you will progress through an in-training plan to become an HG3 within a specified time period. For detailed information on how we calculate experience and responses to other frequently asked questions, please visit our Recruitment website. Required Qualifications: At the Hydrogeologist 2 level (In-Training) Pay Range 58, $5,807 - $7,815 monthly Six years of experience and/or education as described below: - Experience as a hydrogeologist, hydrologist, geologist or closely allied profession. - Education involving a major study in hydrogeology, hydrology, geology or closely allied field. Examples of how to qualify: - 6 years of experience. - 5 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits. - 4 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate's degree). - 3 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits. - 2 years of experience AND a Bachelor's degree. - 0 years of experience AND a Master's degree or above. At the Hydrogeologist 3 level (Goal Class) Pay Range 62, $6,412 - $8,620 monthly Possession of a valid Washington State Geologist license and Hydrogeologist Specialty license. AND Seven years of experience and/or education as described below: - Experience as a hydrogeologist, hydrologist, geologist or closely allied profession. - Education involving a major study in hydrogeology, hydrology, geology or closely allied field. 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. - 1 years of experience AND a Master's degree. Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment: - At the HG3 level: Possession of a Washington State Geologist license and Hydrogeologist specialty license. NOTE: Individuals who are interested in applying to this position, and believe they meet licensing requirements for the State of Washington based on reciprocity, are responsible for ensuring they meet licensing requirements for the State of Washington prior to submitting their application materials. These requirements can be found at the following website: WA State Licensing (DOL) Official Site: How to get your license: Geologists, engineering geologists, or hydrogeologists by reciprocity. 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. 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 Kasey Cykler at Kasey.Cykler@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 Water Resources Program (WRP) The mission of the Water Resources Program is to support sustainable water resources management to meet the water needs of people and the natural environment, in partnership with Washington's communities. 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. 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. 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. 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 Incentives, 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. #LI-Hybrid

• Reverse-engineer and document the ProvideX ERP architecture: data models, keyed file structures, business rules, and process flows • Design and build a RESTful (or GraphQL) API layer that exposes core ERP functions and data to modern consumers without rewriting the underlying system • Define the integration architecture that allows AI tools, third-party platforms, and new front-end experiences to read from and write to the ERP safely • Establish a service boundary map: what stays in ProvideX, what gets abstracted, and what eventually migrates • Make ERP data accessible and usable for AI/ML workflows by building clean data pipelines from legacy file structures to modern data stores • Partner with product and leadership to identify the highest-value AI use cases that depend on ERP data (predictive analytics, workflow automation, intelligent recommendations) • Evaluate and recommend AI tools and platforms that can plug into the API layer you build • Ensure data governance, security, and compliance as legacy data becomes more broadly accessible • Own the reliability and performance of the ERP platform throughout the modernization process; nothing breaks for existing customers • Lead incident response and root-cause analysis for production issues • Establish pragmatic engineering standards that acknowledge the reality of a legacy codebase while moving it forward • Prioritize modernization efforts based on business impact, not technical elegance • Lead and grow the ERP engineering team, building API and integration capabilities alongside legacy maintenance skills • Act as the senior technical voice connecting engineering, product, support, and executive leadership • Translate complex technical realities ("this is ProvideX, here’s what that means for your timeline") into language that non-technical stakeholders can act on • Mentor engineers who may be new to legacy systems, helping them see architectural patterns rather than just old code • Own the Azure environment hosting the ERP platform • Drive infrastructure automation, disaster recovery, and operational hygiene • Support the longer-term cloud and SaaS evolution strategy as the API layer matures.

• Lead the architectural design process for large-scale, high-impact projects, ensuring the integration of innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions. • Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and senior leadership to define and refine architectural vision, goals, and requirements. • Develop and communicate clear architectural plans, including system architecture, technology selection, and design principles. • Provide technical leadership and guidance to design teams, ensuring best practices and industry standards are followed. • Manage the overall program, including scope, timeline, and resources, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. • Coordinate and lead cross-functional teams, ensuring that milestones and deliverables are met. • Drive risk management by identifying potential issues and developing mitigation strategies. • Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, and status reports, ensuring transparency across stakeholders. • Foster strong relationships with internal teams, clients, and third-party vendors to ensure smooth project execution. • Act as a liaison between design, development, and operations teams to ensure alignment and timely execution of deliverables. • Mentor junior architects and project managers, providing guidance and fostering professional growth. • Participate in strategic planning and decision-making processes, contributing insights into architectural trends and technological advancements. • Ensure all architectural solutions meet high-quality standards and compliance requirements. • Establish performance metrics and KPIs to assess the success of the program. • Proactively identify opportunities for process improvements and optimization in both architecture and program management practices.

POSITION SUMMARY: Blue Acorn iCi is looking for an Adobe Commerce Technical Architect to join our delivery team. This person will be responsible for providing technical project oversight and thought leadership to cross-functional business and engineering teams it relates to Magento/Adobe Commerce solutions. Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities - Technical ownership and authority of the assigned client projects - Enforce best practices for development on Adobe Commerce (Magento) platform - Architect and design Adobe Commerce (Magento) solutions and integrations based on client requirements - Ensure the solution that is delivered is consistent with company development policies and standards. - Perform quality review of work products (post facto) - Peer programming when needed - Participate in project discoveries to provide technical support and to ensure that we understand client requests from an engineering perspective - Technical escalation point for the project team and clients assisted by the Technical Lead - Support the project team through key project events (e.g planning sessions, release demos, UAT sessions, site launch) - Provide highly efficient development effort when necessary - Work with technical leads, and sr. software engineers to provide technical approaches for the overall goals of the project - Work with the Digital Solutions Consultant and Project Manager regarding development impacts to scope, budget, timeline, quality, and resource utilization. - Provide technical consultation to the client to help them make decisions based on technical experience - Assist with Pull Requests, Code Reviews, and Deployments in support of the Adobe Commerce (Magento) platform - Provide expertise and recommendations on the impact of UI/UX recommendations on the frontend of the Adobe Commerce (Magento) platform - Provide expertise and recommendations on the impact of integrations and data on the frontend and backend of the Adobe Commerce (Magento) platform - Provide assistance for onboarding, training and knowledge sharing of new project contributors - Communication with prospective clients regarding our process, potential architecture for business solutions for the proposed engagement - Support sales staff with training and demos for Adobe Commerce (Magento) platform solutions - Estimate the level of effort for potential deliverables Qualifications - Adobe Commerce certifications - Adobe Certified Expert - 5+ years of experience Adobe Commerce development - 3+ years of experience working on Adobe Commerce enterprise solutions - Ability to learn new skills quickly - Able to work independently with minimal supervision - Expert knowledge of engineering and platform technologies, concepts, procedures, and practices. - Leadership skills. Creativity. Judgment. Analytic skills - Excitement to coach and mentor engineers at all levels of the department About Blue Acorn iCi Blue Acorn iCi, a business unit of Infosys Nova Holdings, LLC, is a digital experience partner helping global brands design, build, and optimize the future of customer engagement. We blend data, design, and technology to deliver connected commerce and content solutions that drive measurable results. Specializing in the Adobe Experience Cloud, we provide end-to-end services across commerce, content, analytics, and customer insights. Backed by Infosys, we’re growing fast—and we’re looking for exceptional talent to grow with us. Our teams work at the intersection of strategy and execution—solving complex challenges for industry leaders in healthcare, retail, manufacturing, and beyond. From large-scale digital transformation programs to platform implementations and ongoing optimization, we bring deep expertise and a collaborative mindset to every engagement. Why Join Us? Blue Acorn iCi is a place for curious thinkers, smart builders, and digital pioneers. We’re more than a consultancy—we’re a team of innovators helping the world’s top brands shape the future of digital. Here, you won’t just contribute to a project—you’ll drive meaningful outcomes, collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams, and grow your skills in a high-impact, high-growth environment. We believe great work starts with great people, and we’re committed to creating a culture where talent thrives, ideas spark change, and results speak for themselves. If you’re ready to push boundaries, deliver real value, and help shape the next generation of digital experiences—this is your place. ***Candidates must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future. Infosys Nova Holdings, LLC does not provide immigration or visa sponsorship for this position (including H4 EAD, H‑1B, OPT, CPT, TN, O‑1, E‑3, or J‑1 visas).*** Full Time, Non-Temporary Employees enjoy a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, disability, paid time off, 401(k), and more! Blue Acorn iCi is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of protected veteran, or disability. Please click to read EEO Law and Pay Transparency Act and IER Right to Work Document and Privacy Notice. Blue Acorn iCi will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at: careers@blueacornici.com. California applicants: Please click here for CCPA disclosures.