Earth Science Web Database Developer
Earth Science Web Database Developer
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Job Description
PAY GRADE: 29S
CONTEXT OF THE JOB:
The Delaware Geological Survey (DGS) is a sciencebased publicservicedriven Delaware state agency at the University of Delaware (UD) that conducts geologic and hydrologic research service and exploration for the benefit of the citizens of the First State. The mission of the DGS is to provide objective earth science information advice and service to the public policy makers industries and educational institutions of the state.
Technological advancements are transforming the way our stakeholders interact with information; the Web Database Developer will support the DGS mission in webbased geospatial solutions for data and product delivery. This position will work with DGS geoscientists and IT staff in the development and maintenance of geospatially oriented data systems web applications and associated cloud services that facilitate efficient and effective online delivery of geological hydrological and geographical data to agency stakeholders. The employee must have a strong technical background in geographic information systems data management visualization and webbased data distribution methods. As DGS webbased geospatial resources need to be coordinated with the agencys overall web presence the new staff member will also serve as DGS web master and manage periodic maintenance of the DGS website. Experience with website content management systems (i.e. Drupal WordPress) is required.
The ideal candidate for this position is selfdirected curious creative and demonstrates a strong work ethic; is productive working independently as well as collaboratively; is able to identify define interpret and resolve both technical and human issues; and demonstrates strong communications skills.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develops GIS map products and applications in support of the DGS mission. Duties include design development testing implementation and maintenance of customized webbased data and mapping applications for a geological survey organization using ArcGIS Online tools and various software libraries and frameworks to help streamline data delivery.
- Serves as DGS webmaster; performs basic tasks related to maintenance of website content; arranges contracted services for website development and maintenance as needed including identification of needs goal setting monitoring vendor performance resolving issues and ensuring that results/deliverables meet DGS business needs.
- Creates documentation for and oversees operations of DGS web applications and designs a standardized workflow for publishing data on the DGS website and online applications.
- Supports geological survey science teams that perform research using geospatial geologic and hydrologic data by creating maintaining and updating maps and web applications used in disseminating data and products relevant to DGS work on water geology environmental and other earthsciencerelated topics.
- Researches and interprets global University and industrybased trends in technologies and techniques for hydrologic geologic and geospatial data delivery; and keeps abreast of technical developments in area of expertise and recommends future directions.
- Educates trains and aids DGS staff regarding both existing and new systems and services in area of expertise based on current and emerging researcher needs and user experiences.
- Supports and participates with DGS staff in writing proposals and planning appropriate budgets for internal State federal and other research grant program opportunities.
- Helps facilitate the publication of DGS data products on external data repositories (e.g. USGS Science Base Delaware FirstMap).
- Maintains information technology services in cooperation with DGS IT staff and in compliance with university policy.
- Performs other jobrelated duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in GIS Geography Geology Environmental Science Engineering Computer Science Planning or related field and three years of experience in GIS custom web and software application development or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong understanding of GIS concepts and spatial data. GISP certification is a plus.
- Competency in major ESRI software including ArcPro ArcGIS Online and ESRI applications such as Experience Builder and Storymaps.
- Proficiency working with at least one common scientific or development programming language like Python PHP JavaScipt SDE (Spatial Database Engine) and /or SQL (Structured Query Language) and a demonstrated ability to learn new programming languages and tools.
- Ability to perform GIS data conversion/editing GIS map production spatial database management and metadata development.
- Strong analytical problemsolving and debugging skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and be detail oriented.
- Ability to maintain excellent documentation and records.
- Effective communication skills (oral written listening presentation) organization interpersonal and customerservice skills for effective interaction with colleagues and stakeholders.
Employment Type
Full-Time
