Hiring: Public Records Designee - Program Specialist 4 Company: State of Washington Location: Tumwater, WA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-14 14:16:00 About the job Required Skills: •This is a non-permanent appointment expected to last through June 30, 2027. •The Department of Revenue (DOR) seeks a detail-oriented program specialist to join its Public Records team within the Information Governance Office (IGO) located in the Executive division as a Public Records Designee (Program Specialist 4) •The ideal candidate believes in great customer service and government transparency, can stay focused for long periods on large records sets, and provides services that enables DOR to better serve the public with timely and accurate responses. •If you are motivated by public service, ready to take on an increasingly complex arena of public records, energized by complex information challenges, and committed to strengthening government transparency, we invite you to review the opportunity details below and apply, or forward this message to others you feel may be qualified. •The hiring manager will begin reviewing applications on •September 21, 2026, and may make a hiring decision any time after. It is in your best interest to apply soon. •Visit these links to watch our recruitment video to find out more about our agency and see what our employees say about why Revenue is a great place to work. •This position protects the interests of the Department while serving the needs of our customers through the public records request process. This position supports the Department’s 2024-2029 Strategic Business Plan to administer programs and services effectively and efficiently. Qualifications: •Demonstrated ability to research, interpret, and apply state public records statutes •(including RCW 42.56 and other relevant exemptions) gained through progressive experience analyzing laws, rules, policies, or handling confidential information in a regulatory, legal, or records-management environment. •Proven ability to effectively coordinate complex workflows by independently managing, monitoring, and organizing multiple public records requests using electronic tools such as Microsoft Purview eDiscovery and GovQA •, as demonstrated through prior records processing, legal support, investigative, or compliance work. •Both verbally and in writing—supported by experience preparing written responses, coordinating with legal counsel, or providing technical guidance in a customer-facing or regulatory setting. •Advanced experience analyzing large volumes of electronic records and applying appropriate redactions or exemptions, using document review tools or electronic records systems •, showing the ability to exercise sound judgment and protect confidential information. •Proven ability to manage competing deadlines and prioritize workload effectively •, illustrated through past roles requiring organization, adherence to timelines, and the ability to work independently under administrative direction. •Demonstrated interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with colleagues across divisions Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!