Programmer Analyst; Information Systems Specialist

Initial Posting Date: 08/24/2026 Final date to receive applications: 09/07/2026 Agency:
Water Resources Department Salary Range: $5,178 - $7,831 Position Type:
Employee

Position Title:

Programmer Analyst (Information Systems Specialist
4)

Job Description:

Working Title:

Programmer Analyst (Information Systems Specialist
4) Classification:
Information Systems Specialist 4 Position Type:
Permanent, Full Time Representation: SEIU Represented FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt, eligible for overtime in the form of compensatory time with manager pre-approval Monthly Compensation:
The monthly salary range before PERS
* will be $5,178 - $7,831 | after PERS
* will be $ 5,539 - $8,371

Work Location:

North Mall Office Building, 725 Summer St. NE Suite A, Salem Oregon 97301. Hybrid/Remote Work:
Hybrid work is eligible, with occasional on‑site meetings required based on operational needs. The hybrid schedule will be established by the manager, and in‑office expectations may be adjusted with notice in response to business requirements. Candidates should reside within a reasonable commuting distance of Salem.

About the Oregon Water Resources Department The Oregon Water Resources Department is committed to creating a workplace culture that understands and appreciates differences among people and is welcoming and inclusive to all. By fostering fairness and equity in its work culture, the Department strives to improve services for all Oregonians. We acknowledge that not all people have experienced equitable opportunities or fair treatment.

We are committed to increasing our awareness and understanding of historic injustices and building a foundation for meaningful change. We value a wide range of professional and lived experiences, and people of underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply. Our Vision The vision of the Oregon Water Resources Department is to assure sufficient and sustainable water supplies are available to meet current and future needs.

Our Mission The Department's mission is to serve the public by practicing and promoting responsible water management through two key goals:
To directly address Oregon's water supply needs To restore and protect stream flows and watersheds in order to ensure the long-term sustainability of Oregon's ecosystems, economy, and quality of life Core Values Integrity – We are accountable for all that we do. We act with honesty and promote transparency. Service – We are dedicated to providing outstanding service and treating everyone equitably in our management and stewardship of state resources.

Technical Excellence – We base our resource decisions on law, science, and expertise. Teamwork – We are united in our mission, relying on one another and working together with the communities we serve. Forward-Looking – We seek innovative and practical solutions to the water challenges of today and tomorrow. The Oregon Water Resources Department’s current strategic priorities are to:
Modernize our management of Oregon’s surface water and groundwater resources to meet instream and out-of-stream uses Work to secure Oregon’s instream and out-of-stream water future in the face of increasing water scarcity Foster a forward-looking team dedicated to serving Oregonians with integrity and excellence.

Our Information Services division plays a central role in the Oregon Water Resources Department’s mission to ensure sustainable water supplies for communities across the state. We are a technically skilled, mission‑focused group that develops and maintains the applications and infrastructure that support Oregon’s water management systems. Our work includes building .NET desktop and web applications, managing SQL‑based datasets, and supporting complex platforms that staff and the public rely on every day.

These efforts help advance statewide priorities to modernize surface and groundwater management and strengthen the tools used in decision‑making. Our team operates with integrity, technical excellence, and strong collaboration, and we focus on delivering solutions that are both reliable and meaningful. If you are excited…