What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS Developer position at Prince William County Government?
We are seeking an experienced GIS Developer with strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and a collaborative mindset to play a key role in advancing and modernizing our enterprise GIS platform. If you are passionate about GIS, committed to delivering high-quality solutions, and motivated by meaningful public service, we encourage you to apply.
About This Role
The GIS Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and supporting enterprise geospatial applications that power Prince William County’s operations and decision-making. This role builds and maintains web, desktop, and automated GIS solutions within a modern enterprise environment.
This position works closely with GIS analysts, IT staff, and business stakeholders to design scalable solutions, integrate GIS with enterprise systems, and improve workflows through automation and custom development. The role contributes to the architecture, development, and long-term evolution of the County’s enterprise GIS platform.
This role is primarily focused on enterprise GIS development and ArcGIS Enterprise administration, with additional responsibilities in automation, data management, and system integration. This role offers the opportunity to influence the technical direction and architecture of the County’s enterprise GIS platform. It is ideal for a strong mid-to-senior GIS developer looking to grow into enterprise architecture and technical leadership.
What You’ll Do & Lead:
•Design, develop, and support enterprise GIS applications for County operations
•Build web, mobile, and desktop solutions using ArcGIS Enterprise and related technologies
•Automate workflows and improve data access through scripting and services
•Integrate GIS with enterprise systems, databases, and external data sources via APIs
•Collaborate with analysts, IT staff, and stakeholders to deliver scalable solutions
•Support and enhance the enterprise GIS environment (services, geodatabases, performance)
•Troubleshoot issues and ensure reliability of GIS applications and workflows
•Lead or contribute to solution design, testing, and deployment
•Maintain clear technical and code documentation
•Serve as a technical lead, guiding design decisions and development best practices
Technologies & Solutions You’ll Work With:
•ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, and JavaScript APIs
•Experience Builder and custom web GIS applications
•Python, ArcPy, and Workflow Manager for automation
•Enterprise geodatabases and spatial data management
•REST APIs and system integrations
•Dashboards, analysis tools, and operational applications
What Success Looks Like:
•Modernized and well-managed ArcGIS Enterprise environment
•Scalable, maintainable web GIS applications (Experience Builder custom JavaScript)
•Increased automation and reduced manual processes
•Improved data governance and reliability of enterprise GIS data
•Strong partnerships with stakeholders delivering high-impact solutions
Current Initiatives:
•Modernizing ArcGIS Enterprise architecture and deployment patterns
•Expanding web GIS capabilities (Experience Builder and custom apps)
•Increasing automation of workflows and data pipelines
•Strengthening data governance and data quality
Work in an environment that values autonomy, technical expertise, and continuous improvement. Prince William County offers a supportive and collaborative work environment where GIS professionals can grow and make a meaningful impact. You’ll work with modern geospatial technologies while contributing to projects that directly benefit the community.
Minimum Requirements:
•High School diploma or G.E.D.
•A bachelor’s degree in GIS, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred
•Strong proficiency in Python, Arcade, and JavaScript for automation and development
•Experience with Power Automate and/or Power BI for workflow integration
•Experience managing and administering enterprise geodatabases (SDE)
•Experience integrating ArcGIS Enterprise with enterprise systems using REST APIs and web services
•Strong problem-solving skills and ability to design scalable solutions
•Experience delivering complex, cross-functional GIS projects, including applying project management principles, gathering technical requirements, and effective communication with stakeholders.
•Strong communication skills for documentation and stakeholder collaboration
Work Schedule:
This is an exempt position with a standard 37.5-hour workweek (Monday–Friday). Occasional after-hours work may be required.
This position is hybrid, with a requirement of at least one day per week in-office. Telework arrangements are subject to change based on business needs.
Hiring Salary Range:
•$82,777.50 – $111,033.00
•Salary is commensurate with experience and internal alignment.
We also offer great benefits including:
- Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
- 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
- Paid Annual Leave
- Paid Personal Leave
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
- Optional Group Life Insurance
- An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career Development Opportunities
Full time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click here PSLF for additional information.
NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety,Click here for the class description
Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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