IT Applications Manager

**All applicants interested in being considered for this position MUST visit www.awwd.com/careers and complete the online application form there. really applications will not be accepted.**

Are you an experienced IT leader with a passion for public service, business applications, and technology leadership? Alderwood Water & Wastewater District (AWWD) is seeking an IT Applications Manager to lead and enhance the District’s enterprise applications, database systems, and GIS platforms. This position is responsible for managing geospatial design, application lifecycle processes, ensuring data security and integrity, and driving efficiency through innovative solutions.

About the Role:

As the IT Applications Manager, you will work closely with the Information Technology Services Manager to strengthen AWWD’s IT infrastructure and enhance operational efficiency. Key focus areas include:

• Enterprise Applications Management – Lead the administration, maintenance, and development of the District’s GIS environment, enterprise applications, and databases to ensure accuracy, security, and optimal performance.
• Leadership & Team Development – Supervises, coaches, trains, leads, motivates, and evaluates performance of the IT Applications team, fostering collaboration and high-performance that embraces continuous learning and innovation.
• System Integration & Optimization – Identify opportunities for integration and system enhancements to improve efficiency and service delivery.
• Data Governance & Cybersecurity – Implement best practices for the District’s geospatial and relational databases, including design, data integrity, security, and system resilience to protect critical business information.
• Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery – Establish and maintain robust disaster recovery plans, redundancy measures, and incident response protocols to minimize downtime and safeguard data.
• IT Procurement & Vendor Management – Oversee IT budgets, procurement, contract negotiation, vendor relationships, and service agreements to ensure cost-effective and high-quality technology solutions.

This position is responsible for developing and executing long-term IT strategies that align with AWWD’s mission and growth objectives, ensuring that technology solutions effectively support operational needs and future expansion. This position works in close collaboration with internal customers and external partners to enhance the function, quality, and value of AWWD’s systems.

The ideal candidate will bring expertise in GIS technologies, including concepts and cartography, as well as enterprise applications management, database administration, and IT leadership. They will be a collaborative leader, adept at managing personnel, prioritizing IT initiatives, and implementing technology best practices to support the District’s strategic goals. Experience in the public sector, IT project management, and business process improvement is highly desirable.

This position combines technical expertise, leadership, and collaboration to ensure that the District’s business applications and data platforms are secure, reliable, and effectively support daily operations. If you’re ready to lead IT applications initiatives and make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Annual Salary:

$133,682 - $179,150

Qualifications:

Any combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities that enables the candidate to successfully perform the role will be considered.

· Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent experience.

· Five years of progressively responsible IT experience, including two years in a supervisory role.

· Strong technical knowledge of GIS, enterprise applications, databases, and system integration.

· Experience managing IT projects, software development, and vendor relationships.

· Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

· Certifications in database administration, application development, GIS, or IT service management are a plus.

· Valid Washington State driver’s license.

Benefits:

· Medical, Dental and Vision (with coverage for family)

· Vacation and Sick Leave

· Public Employee Retirement System (PERS)

· Deferred Compensation (457) with Employer Match

· Training and Educational Assistance / Tuition Reimbursement Program

· Wellness Incentive

· Commute Trip Reduction Incentive

· Flexible Spending Accounts

· Life/Disability Insurance

· Training / Development

· Telework / Remote Work

How to Apply:

To be considered during the first review of applicants, please submit your cover letter and resume by Sunday, April 19th, at 11:59 PM.

Visit www.awwd.com/careers to view the full job description and apply online.

Hiring Timeline:

• Candidates selected for interviews will be notified the week of April 20
• Interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of April 27th

The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains policies for a drug-free and smoke-free environment. Prior to employment, a criminal history background check, driving record check, and reference checks will be conducted on the top candidates.

Why Alderwood Water & Wastewater District?

WATER FOR LIFE, FOREVER

The Alderwood Water & Wastewater District’s (AWWD) mission is to provide clean, reliable water and wastewater services for a healthy community. As an organization we strive to build and maintain a system that will function for the next 100 years and beyond. We protect the natural environment, conserve water resources, and provide critical services, every day. Spanning over 45-square miles in south Snohomish County, the District is the largest special purpose water/wastewater District in the State of Washington.

The District adopted a five year strategic plan that outlines the following strategies: serve you today, plan for tomorrow, protect our water supply, manage our information and our physical assets, and build a learning organization.

The District offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, group term life insurance, short term and long term disability coverage, State of Washington PERS 401(a) retirement plan participation, a deferred compensation match program, a commute reduction incentive, and a wellness incentive.

**All applicants interested in being considered for this position MUST visit www.awwd.com/careers and complete the online application form there. really applications will not be accepted.**

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $133,682.00 - $179,150.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $133,682 - $179,150