GIS Application Developer/Programmer

Posting Details Posting Details Position Number: 112780 Title: Web Services Developer Functional Title: GIS Application Developer/Programmer Category Status: 33-Exempt Regular Applicant Search Category: Staff University Authorized FTE: 1.000 Unit: VPA-FM-FBO-Information Services Campus/College Information: Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation's legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation's capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world. Background Checks Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify someone from employment. Prior to any adverse decision, finalists have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding the background check. The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed. Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated. Position Summary/Purpose of Position: The GIS Application Developer will develop and refine essential UMD web-mapping system application features, functions, and user interfaces for use with Facilities Management (FM) and campus-wide GIS applications and will assist the Enterprise GIS Manager in the maintenance of the official UMD campus web-mapping and enterprise GIS systems. The GIS Applications Developer will receive minimal supervision while managing general GIS systems programming workload and the enterprise GIS application development environment. The position works closely with the GIS application development team and FM Information Technology Services (FM-ITS) the Division of Information Technology (DIT) staff. Benefits Summary Top Benefits and Perks: Exempt Benefits Summary Minimum Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: Three (3) years of relevant technical experience with one year of professional GIS/ web application development experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Proficient with Esri ArcGIS Web Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) and Software Development Kits (SDKs) (ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript). Knowledge of GIS and database fundamentals. Skill in the use of Esri ArcGIS product suite and ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Enterprise/Server REST service design and management. Skill in the use of Esri Web AppBuilder, Experience Builder, and ArcGIS Dashboards. Proficiency in Arcade and developing SQL queries. Advanced knowledge of Python and GIS-relevant programing and scripting methods. Knowledge of modern web design and development practices in the context of tabular and spatial data presentation. Proficient in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and ability to assimilate new programming languages and technologies. Good analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong technical communication and documentation skills. Preferences: Preferences: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Studies, or related field. Master's Degree and/or Advanced Level Professional Certification in GIS, Computer Science, Information Management, or related field. Experience managing and maintaining application development environments. Experience with Esri Calcite Design System. Experience with Git and distributed version control systems. Experience working with (and managing) an application development team. Experience managing and maintaining relational databases such as PostgreSQL, SQL Server, and Oracle. Experience converting data with ETL tools and/or experience applying other advanced programmatic data management methods is also desired. Additional Certifications: Additional Information: For full and best consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume and list of three (3) professional references by November 8, 2024. The hiring range for this position is $72,800 - $91,000. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Facilities Management (FM) supports the University of Maryland in its mission of achieving excellence as the State's primary center of research and graduate education and the institution of choice for undergraduate students of exceptional ability and promise. We are responsible for the physical campus - its academic, research and administrative spaces, the building infrastructure, and the surrounding landscape. Our workforce of about 800 employees brings a rich diversity of backgrounds, talents, and skills to the management of this complex environment. We serve the campus community twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days per year. Job Risks Not Applicable to This Position Physical Demands Work is performed in an office environment with occasional field survey assignments. This position is eligible for up to two (2) days a week of telework. Posting Date: 10/09/2024 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Yes Best Consideration Date 11/08/2024 Diversity Statement: The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.