GIS Developer (54861)

TAD PGS, Inc.
Chicago, IL
15 Jan 2025

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This position is within Cook County's Bureau of Technology

Job SummaryUnder the direction of the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Manager, manages and designs the GIS enterprise as related to projects and application development. Assists with the design, development and maintenance of geospatial applications through concept, design, and implementation phases. Coordinates the control and maintenance of GIS enterprise operation tasks across various agencies within Cook County to ensure compatibility and integration with the enterprise strategic plan. Maintains and updates system documentation and ensures procedures are executed properly and in a timely manner. Consults with senior level staff and departmental managers as necessary. Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICSKnowledge of software compliance to ensure it is adhered to for all systems supported by the department. Thorough knowledge of ESRI GIS software, related geospatial technology, Microsoft Windows OS, and Microsoft Office Suite. Strong background in data management. Ability to work with ArcGIS Desktop and ArcGIS Server. Skill publishing services to ArcGIS Server and working with the ArcGIS Server REST API. Skill performing needs and workforce assessments for specific agencies to facilitate/strategize effective GIS utilization. Skill in the creation of web design/development. Skill utilizing Python. Ability to manage GIS data within at least one of the following: Oracle, SQL Server, and/or PostgreSQL database environments. Ability to coordinate with multiple agencies to develop applications for visualization, analysis and presentation of environmental data. Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills. Ability to quickly learn new technologies, work in a team environment, and quickly turnaround maps, application prototypes or deliverables. Ability to provide senior technical leadership to the Enterprise GIS, including being conversant with the future direction of systems, how that direction will impact the enterprise, and how future and current systems can be exploited to the benefit of the County.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Geography; Mapping; Urban Planning; Geographic Information Science; Computer Science; Geology; Environmental Science; or Civil or Environmental Engineering

    is required.
  • Three (3) years of full-time work experience in Geographic Information Technology using the ESRI technology platform to conduct analysis

    is required.
  • Two (2) years of full-time work experience developing GIS-related applications utilizing the ArcGIS API for JavaScript

    is required.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Working knowledge of ArcGIS online.

Physical Requirements

Sedentary Work Sedentary Work involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.
  • ID: #48578432
  • State: Illinois Chicago 60602 Chicago USA
  • City: Chicago
  • Salary: Up to $96,579
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Showed: 2023-01-15
  • Deadline: 2023-03-06
  • Category: Et cetera