GIS Developer

Full Job Description -
VDOT’s Central Office Maintenance Division requires advanced GIS support for one of their Programs.
Candidate must be able to take direction from the Program Manager to both create and manage the creation of GIS maps, map attributes, and associated mapping reports in support of their application. 
This will include the ability to use and direct the use of ArcGIS in the performance of these duties.
Candidate must be able to use data submitted in Excel spreadsheets, databases, or other similar systems to create GIS maps and populate associated fields as per requirements.
Candidate must be able to receive requests from VDOT field users and provide expert advice and support regarding all GIS mapping to/from their systems.
Qualifications
BS/BA in GIS, Geography, Cartography, Computer Science, or other related field with/ GIS experience.
4-8 years of experience in GIS and GIS application development.
A minimum of 5 years of experience designing, building, and delivering web applications
Experience developing web applications using ArcGIS API for JavaScript or other JavaScript mapping APIs
Excellent problem-solving, verbal, and written communication, design, development, and debugging skills
Must have experience in the development of complex analysis and mapping projects.
Must have the ability to communicate technical information to non-technical computer users, both orally and in writing.
Candidates shall demonstrate high competence in ESRI GIS software suite (Arc 10. x) including, but not limited to, a thorough knowledge of ArcSDE and ArcGIS Enterprise (server, portal, web adaptors, data stores).
Must work independently to develop GIS tools and applications, perform complex analyses, and develop multi-layered maps by using an appropriate combination of tools in the GIS application suite and other programming environments.
Develop and maintain linear referencing systems (LRS) and GIS applications to support spatial data management needs.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience and demonstrated proficiency in data extraction, analysis, and scripting tools, preferably Oracle SQL and PostgreSQL.
Prior experience with LRS/GIS and working knowledge and experience with ESRI Roads & Highways or other similar systems is a plus
Self-starter with a technical background in software and the ability to work with minimal supervision