The Nebraska Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) is seeking a skilled and experienced GIS Infrastructure Developer – Senior to support the development, deployment, and maintenance of enterprise GIS environments.
Requirements
- Demonstrated ability to develop and deploy automation tools and scripts using Python, ArcPy, PowerShell, and command-line utilities to support GIS and IT operations.
- Proficiency in SQL database management, including writing, optimizing, and troubleshooting SQL queries in support of spatial and non-spatial data.
- Hands-on experience with Esri's GIS platform, including ArcGIS Pro, Portal for ArcGIS, ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Online, and related Python scripting (ArcPy).
- Working knowledge of cloud-based storage technologies such as AWS FSx and S3, as well as network-attached storage (NAS) systems.
- Understanding of GIS data publishing workflows, metadata standards, and spatial data governance best practices.
- Solid foundational knowledge of IT concepts, including virtual machines, system administration, networking, and cybersecurity practices.
- Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and ability to produce clear, comprehensive technical documentation for internal and external users.
Responsibilities
- Perform daily system checks and ongoing performance monitoring of scripts, databases, virtual machines (VMs), and portal components using diagnostic tools and monitoring utilities.
- Develop, deploy, document, and maintain Python and other script-based tools to support the GIS platform and enhance system functionality.
- Communicate with partner agencies regarding change management tickets, system updates, bug fixes, and other technical matters.
- Collaborate with the OCIO GIS Team to support and maintain the Nebraska Enterprise Portal (Portal for ArcGIS environments).
- Perform scheduled maintenance and apply security updates to VMs and portal components during and outside of regular business hours.
- Participate in GIS-related meetings, including internal team discussions, enterprise initiatives, and agency-specific collaborations.
- Submit and manage support tickets with OCIO teams, vendors, and partner agencies to resolve technical issues and assist in the development of new GIS tools.
Other
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in computer science, information systems, mathematics, engineering or other related field and two years of experience, education, or training in coding computer applications;
- Regular and reliable attendance required
- 3 years experience with Portal for ArcGIS (Preferred Qualification)
- 3 years experience with Enterprise SQL Databases (Preferred Qualification)
- 5 years general GIS experience (Preferred Qualification)
