Geospatial App Developer - IT App Dev-Journey (In-training option) - Perm - 2 positions - *13860-24
Openings – Two (2)
Title- Geospatial Application Developer
Classification- IT Application Development – Journey Level (In-training option)
Job Status- Full-Time/Permanent
WDFW Program- Wildlife Program – GIS Section
Duty Station- *Olympia, Washington – Thurston County
*Hybrid- This team currently reports to Olympia every other Wednesday
Learn more about being a member of Team WDFW!
We are recruiting to hire at the IT Application Development – Entry or Journey level and will train an entry level hire up to journey level.
Depending on which level you are hired at, your salary will be as follows:
- IT Application Development – Entry Level - $6,331 - $8,514 Monthly
- IT Application Development – Journey Level - $6,806 - $9,154 Monthly
As a leader in your field, you will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of modern web and mobile applications for managing spatial datasets owned by the Wildlife Program!
Bring your knowledge and innovation to this role, develop applications that can be implemented using various technologies such as JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, SQL, and other GIS solutions.
What to Expect-
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Working title will,
Design, develop, and implement modern web and mobile applications for managing and displaying spatial data:
- Build modern, responsive web applications using HTML, CSS, JS/TS and front-end frameworks.
- Build mobile applications using COTS solutions enabling staff to view and collect spatial data.
- Maintain source code for the applications in an organized repository alongside continuous deployment pipelines for efficient deployments.
Develop software libraries and APIs for interacting with existing and new spatial datasets.
- Develop suites of tools that allow users and applications to interact with authoritative datasets using repeatable, efficient workflows.
- Build APIs that enable the interoperability of datasets both within and outside the GIS section.
- Maintain source code for the software in an organized repository and perform automated tests and build utilities.
Support legacy spatial data management systems and applications:
- Maintain and modify existing codebases for applications such as the Private Lands Hunting System, Lands Information System, and legacy data management scripts.
- Communicate changes to legacy systems to the appropriate users and stakeholders.
Participate in technical analysis and system architecture design process:
- Coordinates with cross-program/division staff to address system and process dependencies.
- Makes recommendations on technologies used in the development of web and mobile application solutions.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
To Qualify at the Entry Level:
Please note: Professional equivalent experience may substitute, year for year, for education requirement as long as that experience is in information technology and geographic information systems experience such as consulting, analyzing, designing, programming and/or maintaining complex spatial and tabular data systems, developing complex computer applications, managing and directing projects, providing customer or technical support in spatial data.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Information Technology, Computer Science, Geographic Information Systems, Remote Sensing, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Ecology, Geography or a closely related field.
AND
- Four (4) years of information technology and geographic information systems experience such as consulting, analyzing, designing, programming and/or maintaining complex spatial and tabular data systems, developing complex computer applications, managing, and directing projects, providing customer or technical support in spatial data.
To qualify at the Journey Level:
Please note: Professional equivalent experience may substitute, year for year, for education requirement as long as that experience is in information technology and geographic information systems experience such as consulting, analyzing, designing, programming and/or maintaining complex spatial and tabular data systems, developing complex computer applications, managing and directing projects, providing customer or technical support in spatial data.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Information Technology, Computer Science, Geographic Information Systems, Remote Sensing, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Ecology, Geography or a closely related field.
AND
- Five (5) years of information technology and geographic information systems experience such as consulting, analyzing, designing, programming and/or maintaining complex spatial and tabular data systems, developing complex computer applications, managing, and directing projects, providing customer or technical support in spatial data.
Experience:
- Programming and scripting (Python, JavaScript, TypeScript), relational database design, Structured Query Language (SQL), ArcGIS Pro, designing and managing services in ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online, and application development using modern web frameworks.
- ArcGIS Enterprise, map, and feature (web) services, web-based data entry and editing, Python scripting, and ArcGIS REST API, JavaScript API and Python API.
- Developing custom web solutions (JavaScript, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) and Cascading Style Sheet (CSS) and customizing data collection platforms.
Certifications/Licenses:
- A valid Driver’s License.
Working Conditions:
Work Setting, including hazards: Office setting
Schedule: Typically, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Monday through Friday. Requires flexibility in work schedule to perform IT system maintenance/testing activities or to respond to unforeseen system problems or outages.
Travel Requirements: Some travel is required to attend/participate in trainings, meetings, and conferences.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following:
- Master’s Degree (MS) in Computer Science, Geography, Natural Resources or Wildlife Biology with emphasis in GIS and Remote Sensing or in a closely related field.
Experience with:
- Using mobile devices (smartphones, tablets, Global Positioning Systems (GPS) units, and other data logging devices) for designing and deploying custom field survey data collection solutions.
- Preparing and presenting highly technical information, concepts, or IT applications to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Knowledge of:
- Principles of computer programming logic, math, and computer science concepts as they relate to Information technology (IT) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) desktop and server environments.
- Current IT/GIS technology and industry trends with respect to enterprise data management solutions (e.g., field data collection, RDBMS, interoperability, web services).
- Principles of data modeling, relational database design and application development within enterprise data management system framework.
- Best practices for software design, testing, implementation, and life cycle management practices.
- Principles of version control and its most common implementations (locally instantiated Git, GitHub, DevOps).
- Project management principles/practices.
- Wildlife research methods and techniques that relate to collection and analysis of tabular and spatial data.
- Best practices for superior IT customer service delivery to a wide audience of stakeholders (with variable IT/GIS subject matter expertise, skills, and level of interest).
Your application should include the following:
- A completed online application.
- An up-to-date resume (chronological preferred) showcasing how your qualifications align with the job requirements.
- A cover letter detailing your interest in the position, your relevant skills and experience, and why you are the ideal candidate.
- At least three professional references with current contact information.
Supplemental information:
In addition to pay and other special employee programs, there are other benefits that WDFW employees may be eligible for. Click the “Benefits” tab at the top of this announcement to learn more.
Important Note:
All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
Union - WFSE:
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). This recruitment may be used to fill positions in addition to those listed.
Veteran and Military Spouse Preference Notice:
Per RCW 73.16.010 Veterans and spouses of active-duty military personnel who meet the minimum qualifications of a position are eligible for preference during the initial application review stage. To receive this benefit, please do the following:
- Notify us of your veteran or military spouse status by email at RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov.
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Veterans only – Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
- Please redact any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers.
- Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and spouse/veteran (example: 2024-1234 – Biologist 1 – Veteran)
- Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer
As part of WDFW’s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications. Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully. All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.
The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
Request an accommodation: Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone 360-902-2278 or email Jayme.Chase@dfw.wa.gov, or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.
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Other questions: If you have other questions regarding this position, please reach out to diana.humes@dfw.wa.gov and reference the job number in the subject line.