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GIS Developer
Open Date: 06/17/26
Close Date: 07/08/26
Salary: $109,754.00 per year
Job Type: Regular
Location: Molasky Corporate Center, 100 City Parkway, Las Vegas
For any questions regarding this announcement, please contact LVVWD Recruitment at recruitment@lvvwd.com.
Hours of Work: 4/10s; M-Th 7am-6pm
FILING DEADLINE: The first 100 applications submitted ON or BEFORE 11:59pm, Tuesday, July 7th, 2026, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST.
INTRODUCTION: Human Resources will screen applications and supplemental questionnaires. Candidates possessing the strongest skills and experience for this position will be forwarded to the hiring department for further evaluation and to determine who will be invited to the formal interview process. The successful candidate may be required to pass a job-related physical evaluation.
The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong balance of ESRI platform proficiency, GIS software development experience, a practical understanding of water utility operations, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment; has knowledge and experience with the ESRI Water Utility Network (WUN) model, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, ESRI web services, and enterprise GIS database design. The candidate has experience using, configuring, implementing form logic and deploying ESRI mobile app solutions (Survey123, ArcGIS Field Maps, QuickCapture); has proficiency designing and developing ArcGIS Experience Builder apps and ArcGIS Dashboards that support business reporting and analysis; has strong scripting and automation skills are essential, including experience with Python (ArcPy and the ArcGIS API for Python) and ETL processes using tools such as Safe Software FME. The ideal candidate has exposure to C# and the ArcGIS JavaScript API, along with an understanding of DevOps build and release processes.
The ideal candidate demonstrates a collaborative mindset, actively contributing ideas, sharing knowledge, and supporting team success. They are also committed to continuous learning and staying current with emerging GIS technologies, development practices, and industry trends.
GENERAL PURPOSE
Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of difficult and responsible duties in the design, development, modification, and maintenance of GIS application software and tools to support the efficiency and effectiveness of District/SNWA operations and public service delivery; works with more senior developers to engage with customers to understand and assist them in addressing business and operational issues and problems; and performs related duties as assigned.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Geographic information system concepts, principles, tools and analytical techniques, including computerized mapping and attribute-data conversion, manipulation and analysis; cartographic and graphic design principles and best practices; industry standard software development best practices, tools and techniques; programming theory and applicable programming and scripting languages used by the District; data editing concepts and tools in a versioned database environment; remote sensing (raster) database design and structure; Agile development practices, tools and techniques; application development security best practices; web services standards, design and development; user interface and interaction design and implementation; web application development including developing server side code and client side scripting; application design documentation including architecture diagrams, object-entity relationship diagrams and interface design; principles and practices of sound business communications; basic project management tools and techniques, including preparation and management of detailed project schedules and metrics and change management and control; standard business software, including word processing, spreadsheet, database and flow charting.
Ability to:
Understand and apply work processes and business rule requirements and participate in developing sound, logical conclusions regarding customer needs and business requirements; understand and apply the analysis of functional requirements to the development of systems proposals, specifications and recommendations for efficient, cost effective information systems and technology solutions; assist in facilitating and leading customer meetings and negotiate understanding and agreement; identify geo-data and information management issues and opportunities, analyze problems and alternatives and develop sound conclusions and recommendations; set priorities and carry out assigned projects to most effectively meet customer needs; use ESRI ArcGIS, ESRI ArcSDE, AutoCAD and other software as required in carrying out assignments; balance responsibilities for multiple projects to ensure timely results in accordance with District quality standards; follow best practices in developing efficient software code for assigned projects; troubleshoot and diagnose systems problems and install fixes or make repairs in areas of responsibility; communicate clearly and effectively to diverse audiences of technical and non-technical personnel orally and in writing; prepare clear, concise and accurate documentation, reports of work performed, project management reports and other written materials; keep technical skills current to meet continuing GIS applications development assignments; establish and maintain effective customer focused working relationships with managers, customers, vendors, consultants, employees and others encountered in the course of work.
Training and Experience:
A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from a college or university with a major in GIS, geospatial sciences, civil engineering, computer science, management information systems or a related field; and three years of increasingly responsible experience in the development, implementation and administration of geographical information systems; and three years of progressively responsible experience in GIS analysis and applications design and development; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:
A valid Nevada driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District's Vehicle Insurance Policy.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate computers and other standard office equipment; and reach with hands or arms. Employees are frequently required to walk and stand.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use oral and written communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; learn and apply new skills or information; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under changing deadlines with frequent interruptions; work effectively as a team member, alternating between differing team roles and assignments on a regular basis; and interact with District managers, customers, employees, vendors, consultants and other encountered in the course of work.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employees work under typical office conditions, and the noise level is moderately quiet.