GIS Programmer Washington University in St. Louis St. Louis The GIS Programmer reports to the Director of Data & GIS Services. This position is responsible for providing GIS programming and analysis support to the University community. Typical duties include scoping, designing, development and delivery of GIS solutions in support of faculty led research and student academics. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform assigned programming tasks, including working with faculty and staff on a variety of projects related to GIS implementation, projects range from coding to full programmatic implementation of applications and support. Assist students, faculty and staff on GIS related projects. Provide training and support to users. Instruct faculty and staff on how to use the software and how to utilize programming and GIS on their project. Perform server Administration tasks including installation and maintenance of GIS server software, GIS webpage content updates, and working with University IT group on server related issue. Works with development team in University Libraries on GIS and data related project tasks. MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in information science, library systems, math, engineering, or closely related field, plus 2 years of demonstrated experience in GIS programming. Experience in contributing to fast paced teams and working with minimal direction. Ability to develop big picture ideas to concrete deliverables. Demonstrated success in complex systems and problem solving. PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Advanced degree in above field. Demonstrated problem assessment, project scoping and operational problem solving skills, aptitude for assessing and incorporating new technologies. CRITICAL SKILLS AND EXPERTISE: Energy, creativity, strong organizational skills, tolerance for occasional project ambiguity. And ability to work unsupervised or as a member of a team. Demonstrated ability to scope and meet project deadlines. Experience in working with enterprise level database management systems. Working knowledge of Windows, Linux, VMs, XML, Fedora, Python Javascript or similar environments a plus. Desire to work in professional service oriented role interacting with faculty and students on research projects. Must be willing and able to work directly with faculty; Willing and able to work directly with undergraduate and graduate students; Occasionally will move computer equipment (less than 50lbs.); Ability to travel overnight to yearly conferences and training events as needed. Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/20088/ To post a new job please visit http://jobs.code4lib.org/