Gis Lead, It Software Engineer Iii

Description

Idaho Department of Fish and Game Opportunity

Please Note: Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) seeks an ESRI GIS Enterprise focused Software Engineer III to lead the GIS team within the Idaho Fish and Wildlife Information System (IFWIS) program at their headquarters office in Boise, Idaho. The IFWIS team is an interdisciplinary group of developers, GIS analysts, and data coordinators that put conservation into action by turning data into information and creating digital solutions that further IDFG's mission to protect, preserve, perpetuate, and manage Idaho's wildlife resources.

This successful Software Engineer III will be an accomplished GIS professional who actively contributes to product delivery and support of enterprise solutions at one of the premier natural resource agencies in the country. Primary responsibilities include supervision of a team of GIS Analysts, provide technical leadership in the design, development, and installation of enterprise-class information systems. This team member will participate in an agile product delivery framework focused on delivering business value for stakeholders and ensure robust operational support mechanisms are developed and maintained to ensure organizational success. IDFG provides staff with unique opportunities for in-the-field collaboration with Fish & Game staff to solve complex conservation and research challenges that preserve natural resource opportunities for future generations.

Why IDFG? We are a premier natural resource agency dedicated to preserving, protecting, perpetuating, and managing Idaho's fish and wildlife for this great state. We are committed to creativity, innovation, and excellence as we cultivate opportunities for our customers to engage with our natural resources and become resource stewards for future generations. We are highly dedicated to our mission, committed to our team, and we know how to balance work/life commitments while loving the work we do. 

What We Offer: 

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance - employee only coverage for PPO $65/month for medical and vision & $11.80/month for dental
• Participation in one of the Nation's best state retirement systems
• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual that begins as soon as you start
• Eleven paid holidays in a year
• Eight weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Multiple saving plans-optional 401k and 457 plans 
• Group Life Insurance/Disability Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance - state provided basic life insurance coverage and affordable supplemental plans 
• Public Sector Student Loan Forgiveness (eligibility requirements may apply)
• Employee Assistance Program - confidential support, information, and resources for all of life's challenges
• State and Department Wellness Programs 
• Ongoing training opportunities 
• Potential flexible work schedule 

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will lead the IFWIS GIS Team to strategize, plan, and deliver GIS solutions while also taking a lead on support functions within the IFWIS program. Responsibilities include supervision, analysis, design, development, testing, installation, and maintenance of information systems that emphasize ESRI’s ArcGIS Enterprise.

The incumbent will supervise three GIS Analysts while collaborating across the three IFWIS teams (data management, development, and web technology) to deliver IFWIS program goals that achieve the agency mission. The GIS team lead works closely with all IDFG business units locally and across the state. There will be opportunities to accompany IDFG biologists into the field on a variety of conservation and research tasks to learn first-hand how data is collected and used to inform management decisions.

• Product Delivery – Incumbents are required to utilize agile development practices to translate business and technical requirements into well-engineered, tested, and deployed databases, applications, and services. Incumbents interface with customers and other developers to determine the most efficient and cost-effective approach to meet business requirements while adhering to enterprise policies, procedures, and standards. The candidate will be expected to design and develop intuitive applications, databases, and RESTful services consistent with the IFWIS environment.
• Operational Support – Incumbents are required to support and maintain current and future IFWIS systems in accordance with industry standards to maximize operational effectiveness, minimize institutional risks, and maintain information integrity. IFWIS service requests from IDFG staff will be prioritized and resolved based on agency goals and objectives. Software design issues, bugs and data errors of operational systems will be addressed parallel to product delivery activities for projects.

Minimum Qualifications: (These qualifications are required.)

• Considerable knowledge of data architecture, software architecture, common software design patterns, development and testing practices (Typically gained by Bachelor's degree in an information technology discipline or equivalent from an accredited college AND at least two years of work experience using data architecture, software architecture, common software design patterns, development, and testing practices OR a master's degree in an information technology discipline or equivalent from an accredited college OR at least five years of work experience using data architecture, software architecture, common software design patterns, development, and testing practices.)
• Considerable knowledge of programming languages and software development tool suites. (Typically gained by at least one course of classroom instruction at an accredited college or vocational-tech level directly related to least one programming language and software development tool suites and at least 18 months of work experience using programming languages and software development tools OR at least two years of work experience using programming languages and software development tools.)
• Experience creating, interpreting and documenting user requirements (Typically gained by at least two years of work experience on more than one development project.
• Experience analyzing development solutions to show costs and benefits. (Typically gained by at least two years of work experience analyzing development solutions to show costs and benefits.)
• Experience coding, testing and deploying production systems. (Typically gained by at least two years of work experience testing and deploying production systems.)
• Experience establishing and defining architecture and development standards. (Typically gained by at least two years of work experience establishing and defining architecture and development standards.)

Minimum Qualification Specialty Area: (This qualification is required for this current opening)

• Some knowledge of supervisory practices. (Typically gained by completion of a class or seminar (of more than one day) specifically covering supervisory practices or the elements of supervision; OR completion of a college-level personnel related course covering supervisory practices; OR leadwork experience that involved work assignment, direction, and monitoring of staff (such experience on a fill-in basis is non-qualifying unless for a period equivalent to a minimum of three months or more, they do not have to be consecutive months.))

The ideal candidate will be:

(Note: These qualifications are not required, however if you have relevant education or experience in the areas listed below, please be sure to include it within your application material that you submit. Candidates with this education and/or experience may be given additional consideration during the interview process.)

• An effective communicator that focuses on providing business value through information systems.
• An adaptable team player that brings complimentary knowledge and experience to a group committed to continuous improvement.
• A capable software developer with considerable experience in web technologies supporting data-driven user experiences.
• A solution designer that is well-versed in the development of intuitive, data-intensive display and collection systems.
• Have considerable knowledge of ESRI’s GIS Enterprise (including Portal), Microsoft SQL Server, Python, data architecture, software architecture, common software design patterns; development and testing practices; programming languages and software development environments.
• Experienced in HTML, CSS, PHP, JavaScript, Node.js with Express, React, Angular, Docker, Kubernetes, Linux OS, Windows Server OS, Azure DevOps (boards, repos, pipelines, test plans, etc.)
• Experienced in .Net, C#.
• Experienced in content management systems.
• Experienced in identity and access management systems.
• Experienced in project management principles.

To learn more about the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, please see the following:

• (Video) Idaho Fish and Game - We Make It Happen

Thank you for applying with us!

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Idaho Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 25
Boise, Idaho 83707
WEBSITE:
https://idfg.idaho.gov/ 

If you have questions,
please contact us at:
EMAIL:
idfgjob@idfg.idaho.gov 

PHONE:
(208) 334-3773

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.