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GIS Developer/Senior GIS Developer

City of Milwaukee

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Location: Milwaukee, WI
Type: Full Time
Posted: 11/20/2017
Deadline to Apply: 12/07/2017
Payrate: $50,206 - $72,063/yr ($57,028 - $81,844/yr for Sr. level)
More Information: City of Milwaukee Job Posting

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the GIS Developer-Project Leader, the GIS Developer-SR. & GIS Developer will work within the GIS team to provide maintenance of an enterprise ArcGIS environment and data services to all City departments. This position is the main resource for Map Milwaukee development and support.
Duties:
  • Administer and maintain an Enterprise ArcGis Server environment by ensuring that the server is running properly and by working with the software vendor to ensure functionality and implementation of upgrades.
  • Write scripts or develop models to automate tasks such as building databases or publishing data; bring data into GIS system using PYTHON scripting.
  • Develop applications and services for the ArcGIS Server environment and ArcGIS Server applications and projects.
  • Maintain Map Milwaukee including troubleshooting problems, assisting users and responding to questions from users.
  • Provide training and user support to City employees and citizens on Map Milwaukee to optimize efficiencies and to meet users’ needs for related data and information.
  • Work closely with customers, follow up on issues and concerns and ensure customers are informed regarding upgrades and changes; ensure management is informed regarding time, activities, status and provide reports and presentations.

Qualifications:

GIS Developer

  1. Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a closely related field, including coursework in programming, geography, land engineering, automated mapping and/or GIS from an accredited college or university.
  2. One year of professional-level experience working in a GIS developer role, including the use of ESRI, Oracle software and PYTHON scripting.

GIS Developer Sr.

  1. Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a closely related field, including coursework in programming, geography, land engineering, automated mapping and/or GIS from an accredited college or university.
  2. Two years of professional-level experience working in a GIS developer role, including the use of ESRI, Oracle software, SQL Server and PYTHON scripting.
  3. Valid driver’s license at time of appointment and throughout employment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Knowledge of automated mapping/GIS principles and practices.
  • Knowledge of GIS theory and application.
  • Ability to write complex algorithms related to GIS.
  • Ability to perform a variety of difficult mapping/data assignments.
  • Ability to clearly communicate technical information in an understandable way for both technical and non-technical staff.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team oriented, collaborative environment.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical documents and policies.
  • Ability to carry out assignments and meet varying project deadlines.
  • Oral and written communication skills, including the ability to produce correspondence and reports.
  • Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software issues to ensure consistent functionality.
  • Initiative, honesty and integrity.

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