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Summit County, CO
GIS Development Engineer
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What they do
A GIS Analyst gathers data that can be used in geographic information system (GIS) maps or products. Gathers data from existing maps and reports; gathers information on people, plants, animals, buildings, natural terrain and elevation.
$66,195 / year median in Colorado
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Description The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Development Engineer's role is to develop program scripts, applications, databases, and reporting queries in support of a wide variety of GIS projects and services. In support of these activities, the position may participate in requirements gathering, business process analysis, system design, planning, implementation, release, and on-going support of GIS systems and services. This position contributes to the success of the IS Department by developing proactive solutions and systems for County Departments and Offices in support of current GIS services needs and their future GIS-based initiatives. While the focus of this position is on the support of GIS projects, the function of the GIS Development Engineer role might also involve support of other applications or systems which integrate with or leverage the GIS environment. This position will be expected to work with limited supervision and can partner with IS staff and customers through diplomatic and positive communications. Typical Qualifications BA / BS degree in GIS; geography; computer science, information systems, or related field; two or more years experience in object-oriented software application development, data analysis, software documentation, testing and debugging, development of software requirements and business analysis, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.