Introduction
The Maryland Department of Planning’s Geospatial Applications and Technology Unit is seeking an innovative professional for the role of Geospatial Application Developer. This position, which reports directly to the manager of the GDA Unit, will be responsible for creating, enhancing, and managing state-of-the-art, web-based GIS solutions and applications. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to Maryland Department of Planning’s mission by supporting statewide initiatives with modern, data-driven solutions that advance operational efficiency, transparency, and accountability.
GRADE
STD0019
LOCATION OF POSITION
120 E. Baltimore St., Baltimore, MD 21202
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 interactive GIS web applications and dashboards using ArcGIS Enterprise, Portal, ArcGIS API for JavaScript, and related frameworks such as Power BI, Qlik etc., for high impact GIS projects. Utilize Python, SQL, and other programming languages to automate workflows and integrate advanced analytics into web solutions. Ensure responsive design and compliance with State and departmental accessibility standards for public-facing platforms.
Serves as a technical lead on conducting a range of spatial analyses using Python, SQL, along with ArcGIS Pro. Reviews and validates analytical methods, scripts, and outputs produced by junior staff or project teams. Embed analytical outputs into dynamic web tools, dashboards, and visualizations for stakeholders.
Lead the development and implementation of spatial data policies, procedures, and metadata standards to ensure data quality, integrity, security, and lifecycle management within the enterprise GIS environment. Identify, evaluate, and lead the integration of new GIS tools, software, database architecture, and automation processes including advancements in machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) to continuously improve operational efficiency. Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including data dictionaries, and conduct training sessions to ensure staff compliance with established GIS operational standards and best practices.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Six years of administrative staff or professional work.
Notes
Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience.
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.
Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university for five years of the required experience.
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.
Desired Or Preferred Qualifications
Deep familiarity with ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Pro, and REST APIs.
Experience managing spatial databases such as Microsoft SQL Server
Experience developing interactive web-based GIS applications and dashboards, including tools and technologies utilized, intended audience (internal or public), and the resulting impact.
Advanced programming skills using Python, SQL, JavaScript, Arcade, and other programming languages. Experience using Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes, specifically using tools like Feature Manipulation Engine (FME).
Experience coordinating technical solutions across cross-functional teams, government agencies, or local stakeholders; strong written and verbal communication skills; strong attention to detail.
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.
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.
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.
Benefits
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
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.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at
[email protected] or 410-767-4850, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.