Capital Facilities Budget Administrator (WMS02) - Olympia

Salary: $82,829.00 - $103,536.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Olympia, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Remote Only
Job Number: 2025-08838
Department: Dept of Children, Youth, and Families
Division: Financial and Business Services Division
Opening Date: 05/06/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


Description
Our vision is to ensure that "All Washington's children and youth grow up safe and healthy, thriving physically, emotionally, and educationally, nurtured by family and community".
ATTENTION: This announcement will be open until filled, to generate a robust candidate pool; it is the candidate's best interest to apply prior to May 20th, when a first review of candidates will take place.
Job Title: Capital Facilities Budget Administrator (WMS02)
Location : Olympia, WA. This position covers multiple locations. This position functions in an office setting and in Juvenile Rehabilitation Secure Facilities.


Closes: Open until filled
Salary: $82,829 - $103,536 Annually

This position is accountable for assuring the quality and professional soundness of funding, design, construction/renovation of all DCYF's capital projects. In providing these professional services, this position works closely with agency leadership, finance and Appointing Authorities.

This position is the primary user and agency expert in the State Capital Budgeting System (CBS) and is responsible for document preparation, prioritization and budget preparation for all JR Capital Projects. This position leads participation in Master Plans/Special Studies for all facilities and campuses, as well as the development of Major Projects and all Programmatic and Preservation Projects in the Ten-Year Capital Budget Plan. This position also represents DCYF in all facility-related processes such as strategic planning for capacity studies and closure studies.

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The Opportunity:
As the incumbent of this position, you will have full responsibility for all aspects of JR's funding, design, construction/renovation of all state owned and leased facilities. Projects to support these facilities range in price from $20,000.00 (minor) to over $20,000,000.00 (major projects). This position is responsible for document preparation, prioritization and budget preparation for all DCYF Capital Projects. This position leads DCYF's participation in Master Plans/Special Studies for all facilities and campuses, as well as the development of Major Projects and all Preservation and Programmatic Projects in the Ten-Year Capital Budget Plan.


Some of what you will do:

• Work with DCYF leadership, Superintendents, Regional Administrators, OFM, Legislative Staffers and DES.
• Ensure the safety, and well-being of staff and clients who work in resident Juvenile Rehabilitation settings, on capital budget development, and on data analysis to provide leadership with the necessary information to make sound strategic and operational decisions.
• Ensure quality and professional soundness.
• Ensure policies and procedures are in alignment with the agency's mission and vision.
• Partner with OFM, DES and DCYF leadership to coordinate the development of DCYF's 10-year capital plan.
• Develop, scope, estimate costs and complete all required forms.
• Write the agency's capital budget request and input the data and submit the agency request through the statewide capital budget system (CBS).
• Work closely with supervisor and other staff to ensure close management of the agency's capital budget.
• Develop, foster, and maintain positive relationships with OFM and Legislative capital staff.

Required Qualifications:

• Five (5) years of experience in design, engineering, construction management, budgeting, cost estimating and administration.

OR

• Bachelor's Degree in budget, administration, design, engineering, or construction management AND Three (3) years of experience in design, engineering, construction management, budgeting, cost estimating and administration.

AND

• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following:
Knowledge:

• Construction Management, design, cost estimating, budgeting or facilitating projects in the area a corrections or secure facilities would be a positive attribute.
• Extensive experience in the use of Washington State's CBS preferred.

Competencies:

• Excellent research and resource skills in order to obtain vital information for management of assigned programs.
• Provide clear and accurate reports for executive managers and provide recommendations.
• Assure appropriate and optimum use of the organization's' resources.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Meet deadlines and determine priorities.
• Maintain the highest standards of personal/professional and ethical conduct, and support DCYF's goals for a diverse workforce.
• Write and speak clearly and effectively in a professional objective manner.
• Inspire confidence and trust of colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Analyze a variety of situations and select an appropriate course of action applying sound judgement and professional standards.

How do I apply?

• In addition to completing the on-line application, applicants must attach the following documents to their profile in order to be considered for this position:
• Current resume detailing experience and education.

Supplemental Information:

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability.

Applicants selected for an interview are required to pass a national fingerprint background check and complete a questionnaire mandated by the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) inquiring about any sexual misconduct. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but is considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job.

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2025-08838
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. That's 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 (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 (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 , 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

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