Geospatial Web Applications Developer (ADMINISTRATOR IV)

Introduction

The\r\nMaryland Department of Planning’s Geospatial Applications and Technology Unit\r\nis seeking an innovative professional for the role of Geospatial Application\r\nDeveloper. This position, which reports directly to the manager of the GDA\r\nUnit, will be responsible for creating, enhancing, and managing\r\nstate-of-the-art, web-based GIS solutions and applications. This position\r\noffers an opportunity to contribute to Maryland Department of Planning’s\r\nmission by supporting statewide initiatives with modern, data-driven solutions\r\nthat advance operational efficiency, transparency, and accountability.\r\n

GRADE

STD0019

LOCATION OF POSITION

120 E. Baltimore St., Baltimore, MD 21202\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

The Geospatial Application Developer serves as a technical lead within the Geospatial Applications and Technology (GAT) unit. This position is responsible for the design, development, enhancement, and maintenance of interactive, state-of-the-art, web-based GIS solutions and applications, ensuring compliance with Maryland’s accessibility standards. The role performs advanced geospatial analyses within an enterprise-level Microsoft SQL Server environment, upholding strong data governance practices and providing quality assurance for analytical outputs. Additionally, this role provides support for the 2030 Census. The Geospatial Application Developer supports the Department’s strategic goals and statewide initiatives through modern, data-driven solutions.

POSITION DUTIES

Serve as a technical lead to develop, deploy, and maintain\r\ninteractive GIS web applications and dashboards using ArcGIS Enterprise,\r\nPortal, ArcGIS API for JavaScript, and related frameworks such as Power BI,\r\nQlik etc., for high impact GIS projects. Utilize Python, SQL, and other\r\nprogramming languages to automate workflows and integrate advanced analytics\r\ninto web solutions. Ensure responsive design and compliance with State and\r\ndepartmental accessibility standards for public-facing platforms.� \r\nServes as a technical lead on conducting a range of spatial\r\nanalyses using Python, SQL, along with ArcGIS Pro. Reviews and validates\r\nanalytical methods, scripts, and outputs produced by junior staff or project\r\nteams. Embed analytical outputs into dynamic web tools, dashboards, and\r\nvisualizations for stakeholders.\r\nLead the development and implementation of spatial data\r\npolicies, procedures, and metadata standards to ensure data quality, integrity,\r\nsecurity, and lifecycle management within the enterprise GIS environment.\r\nIdentify, evaluate, and lead the integration of new GIS tools, software,\r\ndatabase architecture, and automation processes including advancements in\r\nmachine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) to continuously improve\r\noperational efficiency. Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation,\r\nincluding data dictionaries, and conduct training sessions to ensure staff\r\ncompliance with established GIS operational standards and best practices.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:���Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. \r\nExperience:�Six years of administrative staff or professional work.� \r\nNotes: \r\n1. Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience.\r\n2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree�from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience.� \r\n3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university�for five years of�the required�experience. \r\n4.�Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. \r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Deep\r\nfamiliarity with ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Pro, and REST APIs. \r\nExperience\r\nmanaging spatial databases such as Microsoft SQL Server\r\nExperience\r\ndeveloping interactive web-based GIS applications and dashboards, including\r\ntools and technologies utilized, intended audience (internal or public), and\r\nthe resulting impact. \r\nAdvanced\r\nprogramming skills using Python, SQL, JavaScript, Arcade, and other programming\r\nlanguages. Experience using Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes,\r\nspecifically using tools like Feature Manipulation Engine (FME).\r\nExperience\r\ncoordinating technical solutions across cross-functional teams, government\r\nagencies, or local stakeholders; strong written and verbal communication skills;\r\nstrong attention to detail.\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.�We will not consider information submitted after this date.�Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the�eligible (employment) list for at least one year.\r\n

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.�It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.�Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online,�the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to:�Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and�Examination Division, 301 W. Preston St., Baltimore, MD 21201.�Paper application materials must be received in our office�by the�closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.\r\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the�DBM Recruitment and�Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov�or 410-767-4850,�MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.\r\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r\nPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r\n