GIS Developer
Job Description
Posting Number
PG193866EPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
GIS DeveloperAnticipated Hiring Range
$80,000 - $90,000 (Commensurate with experience)Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm (hybrid schedule eligible)Job Location
Raleigh, North CarolinaDepartment
Institute For Transportation Research & EducationAbout the Department
The Institute for Transportation Research and Education (ITRE) is an institutional research center administered by North Carolina State University. Located within the University’s visionary Centennial Campus, ITRE conducts surface, water, and air transportation research, while providing professional training and educational opportunities. The Institute serves all 16 statewide campuses in the University of North Carolina (UNC) system and partners with transportation professionals around the globe.
The University of North Carolina, Office of the President, designated ITRE in a Memorandum of Understanding to work in partnership with the Technical University of Lisbon in the area of Transportation and Environment. ITRE became a member of the North Carolina Transportation Consortium in 2002, and was the lead institute for the Southeastern Transportation Center (a USDOT University Transportation Center) from 1989-1995.
ITRE is a university-based institute committed to leadership in the study of surface and air transportation issues through fostering analytical thinking, integrating technology in education and research, serving as a catalyst for problem solving, and cultivating professionals and students dedicated to excellence in transportation
The University of North Carolina, Office of the President, designated ITRE in a Memorandum of Understanding to work in partnership with the Technical University of Lisbon in the area of Transportation and Environment. ITRE became a member of the North Carolina Transportation Consortium in 2002, and was the lead institute for the Southeastern Transportation Center (a USDOT University Transportation Center) from 1989-1995.
ITRE is a university-based institute committed to leadership in the study of surface and air transportation issues through fostering analytical thinking, integrating technology in education and research, serving as a catalyst for problem solving, and cultivating professionals and students dedicated to excellence in transportation
Essential Job Duties
This position leads GIS development and analysis efforts for supporting statewide transportation-related projects. The candidate will work closely with ITRE team members to develop, support, and maintain GIS services and products. The ideal candidate will have strong geospatial technology, data management, analysis, and data visualization skillsets as well as excellent communication / presentation skills.
The applicant will develop, manage, and maintain geospatial offerings including GIS holdings, service infrastructure, map products, analysis products, research efforts, and workflow automation. The candidate will work closely with the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, the North Carolina Department of Transportation, and other stakeholders.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Geospatial Support – Provide geospatial services for a wide range of transportation projects across ITRE’s departments.
- GIS Development Services– Develop, update, and maintain GIS holdings, GIS web apps, and geospatial services to meet project needs, including data transformation, blending, automation workflows, scripting, and online interactive maps. Hire and manage students, create and edit “how-to” documentation and metadata.
- Geospatial Analysis – Develop geospatial analysis/analytics tools, products, and services for ITRE projects, and publish these in a variety of formats (web services, analytics tools, static maps, etc.) based on audience needs.
- On-Demand Requests – Actively respond to and manage on-demand requests for data, maps, and data visualization products for clients. Manage and delegate technical tasks for students. Translate requests into simple, meaningful knowledge for non-technical clients.
- Showcase Work – Communicate and present data and GIS visualization work to various audiences (conferences, clients, working groups, public forums) utilizing various media (posters, slides, web services). Utilize new technologies to provide stakeholders with easy to use and understand products. Assist non-technical clients with understanding results.
Other Responsibilities
- Some overnight travel (10%) is required with expenses reimbursed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience
- Master’s degree in GIS, Computer Science, Informatics, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Other Required Qualifications
- Ability to identify user requirements, create GIS data visualizations, manipulate and manage data from various sources, understand data relationships, and publish web-based maps and analysis services for client consumption
- Technical skills necessary to develop, manage, and update GIS apps, data, products, and services using ArcGIS desktop and ArcGIS Server (ArcSDE, ArcGIS Portal, ArcGIS Online)
- Ability to discover, collect, manage, and analyze a variety of GIS data sources to inform planning and development efforts for transportation projects
- Demonstrated proficiency with ArcGIS Desktop / ArcGIS Pro (workflows, geoprocessing, Python, editing, mapping, etc.)
- Experience with collecting, manipulating, and blending a variety of data sets including, but not limited to census, transit, land use, climate, economic, and business data
- Experience with ArcGIS Server (ArcSDE, ArcGIS Portal, ArcGIS Online)
- Experience with RDBMS (SQL Server, etc.) and spatial data management
- Experience with REST, Json, and other endpoint services
- Experience with Experience Builder, SQL, Python, and Javascript APIs
- Strong mapping and data visualization skills
- Comfortable working with application server technologies in a networked IT environment
- Excellent communications and presentation skills necessary for client interactions
- Ability to effectively communicate visualization products to a variety of audiences, both verbally and with digital presentation tools
- Self-starter with enthusiasm to learn and grow professionally
- Keen interest in learning new technologies and applying to work
- Ability to discover and implement solutions that translate questions into meaningful answers
- Ability to produce effective visualizations using quantitative data
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to administer, maintain, and develop ArcGIS Server (ArcSDE, ArcGIS Portal, ArcGIS Online) capabilities, including GIS web services, security, updates, and identity management. Develop, maintain, manage, and publish web services
- Ability to integrate layers and map (REST) web services with existing performance measurement analytic platforms (e.g. Tableau / PowerBI)
- Transportation planning background preferred
- Comfortable with RDBMS (SQL Server, etc.) and spatial data management
- Ability to develop and maintain ArcGIS custom web applications
- Experience with BI web-based platforms (Tableau , PowerBI)
- Experience with cloud services (Azure, AWS, SAAS, IAAS, etc.)
- Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP) and/or Esri Certification
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required
YesCommercial Driver's License required
NoJob Open Date
01/03/2025Anticipated Close Date
Open until filledSpecial Instructions to Applicants
In addition to your application please submit a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for at least three professional references
Position Number
New 00111222Position Type
Exempt Professional StaffFull Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency EventDepartment ID
062001 - Institute For Transportation Research & EducationAA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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