GIS Programmer Analyst

OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (MAINEIT)

GIS APPLICATION TEAM - DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION

Opening Date: February 27, 2024

Closing Date: March 12, 2024

Job Class Code: 0865

Grade: 23

Salary: $55,016.00 - $74,223.76 (Includes a 15% recruitment and retention salary adjustment and eligibility for a 5% annual training bonus)

Position Number: 025002383

You are a talented GIS analyst and programmer who is driven toward success. You are a go-getter, always seeking ways to expand your knowledge, and encourage others to do the same. You have a passion for GIS technologies. If this describes you, we want you on our TEAM!!

OVERVIEW:

The application development team supporting the Department of Transportation is looking to hire a motivated Information Technology professional who can lead application development efforts while supporting a variety of applications for our MaineDOT business clients and represent our C.A.R.E. values in all that they do. At MaineIT we:

• Practice Customer-focus, ensuring that our customers are heard, and their needs are met.

• Hold ourselves to a high level of Accountability by being transparent with our stakeholders.

• Maintain an effective level of Responsiveness by providing timely updates in a proactive manner.

• Strive to provide Empathy driven, people-focused services by applying emotional intelligence skills and behaviors.

ABOUT THE JOB DETAILS:

This is advanced GIS work related to the refactoring and maintenance of our Geoprocessing Framework written in Python and integrated with an ESRI-based enterprise infrastructure. The position requires strong programming skills in Python and ArcPy and general GIS skills in ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Server/Enterprise and ArcGIS Online. Strong data analysis skills specific to spatial data and more explicitly related to linear referenced data are also considerations. Additional programming tasks may include SQL development and interfacing with REST API's using Python. Candidates are expected to have strong problem-solving and organizational skills, be able to work independently and in a team environment and interact effectively with our business partners.

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?

As a GIS developer, you will have an opportunity to enhance your skills in a challenging and rewarding team environment. Our GIS team contains highly skilled developers and GIS professionals that will provide ongoing support. The systems and data products you build and support use the most current GIS software and development technologies and are critical to a wide variety of MaineDOT business processes.

You will also have an opportunity to improve the skills of your team by adding your experience and expertise in a collaborative working environment. This position is a hybrid remote/onsite position. The onsite location is in Augusta, Maine and the remote location must be within the state of Maine.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

Your job as a GIS Programmer Analyst will have the primary responsibility of helping the team refactor our critical Geoprocessing Framework written in Python. In addition, you may work on our GIS Web Service upgrades, our automated ArcGIS Online integration, or our Linear Referencing System upgrades. You will use your problem-solving skills and creativity to help organize and streamline the data and processes required to modernize the MaineDOT Spatial Program. Work will require strong verbal and written communication skills and interfacing with business partners.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Sciences or an equivalent industry certification

• OR-

• an Associates Degree in Computer Information Science with 1 year application development experience

• OR-

• 2 years application development experience.

Preference will be given to candidates who have previous experience in the following areas: ArcGIS Pro, Python/ArcPy, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, Oracle SQL and Linear Reference Systems (LRS).

The selected candidate will be required to successfully pass a background check as a condition of employment.

BENEFITS:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance

• Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

• Health Insurance Coverage

• The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,150.80-$11,942.16 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

• Health Insurance Premium Credit

• Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.

• Dental Insurance

• The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).

• Retirement Plan

• The State of Maine contributes 13.41% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.

• Gym Membership Reimbursement

• Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.

• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.

• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

• The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.

• Living Resources Program

• Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child-including fathers and adoptive parents-receive four weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

• Voluntary Deferred Compensation

• Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you're looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we'd love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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