IT Applications Developer/Senior - GIS

son; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Health insurance

Retirement match

Job summary

Water, Energy, and Environment - Agency 84 in Lincoln, NE is seeking an IT Applications Developer/Senior - GIS to join the IT and GIS teams to design, develop, and maintain GIS data, databases, and application tools. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are required.

The role emphasizes coordinating with staff to deliver reliable GIS solutions, with opportunities to work on enterprise systems and dashboards within a public sector environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in computer science, information systems, mathematics, engineering or related field with two years of coding experience.
• Preferred qualifications include a bachelor’s degree with GIS-related coursework and ESRI software experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate in appropriate committees at the Department and State levels.
• Create and maintain Department Enterprise GIS databases.
• Create and maintain GIS applications and interactive maps.
• Create tools for process improvement for the Department's Divisions.
• Create and maintain templates, figures, forms, and GIS project files.
• Create automated tasks and workflows for real-time applications.
• Create and maintain Field Data Collection Applications.

Skills

Python

SQL

Arcade

Azure DevOps

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in CS/IS/Math/Engineering

Tools

ESRI software

Job description

Hiring Agency:

Water, Energy, and Environment - Agency 84

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:

$36.060

Job Posting:

JR2026-00029340 IT Applications Developer/Senior - GIS (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

10-06-2026

Job Description:

The Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment (DWEE) is looking for an Information Technology Senior GIS Analyst/Developer to work closely with the Department's IT and GIS teams. We are looking for an individual with great communication skills, problem solving techniques, and GIS knowledge who will coordinate with DWEE staff in developing and maintaining our Department GIS systems, data, and applications.

Please let us tell you what you will get as a State employee!

• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave equating to 24 days your first year, accruing immediately
• Military leave
• 156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the state
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and development based on your career aspirations
• Fun, inviting teammates
• A safe and secure environment

At the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority.

\"The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or genetics.\"

Location and address of position:

245 Fallbrook Blvd - Suite 100 - Lincoln, NE

Work schedule:

Monday - Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Flexible schedule may be allowed with management approval.

Job Duties:

• Participating in appropriate committees at the Department and State levels
• Creating and maintaining Department Enterprise GIS databases
• Creating and maintaining GIS applications and interactive maps
• Creating tools for process improvement for the Department's Divisions
• Creating and maintaining templates, figures, forms, and GIS project files
• Creating automated tasks and workflows for real-time applications
• Creating and maintaining Field Data Collection Applications

Job Duties:

• Participating in appropriate committees at the Department and State levels
• Creating and maintaining Department Enterprise GIS databases
• Creating and maintaining GIS applications and interactive maps
• Creating tools for process improvement for the Department's Divisions
• Creating and maintaining templates, figures, forms, and GIS project files
• Creating automated tasks and workflows for real-time applications
• Creating and maintaining Field Data Collection Applications

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor's degree or equivalent in computer science, information systems, mathematics, engineering or other related field and two years of experience, education, or training in coding computer applications; programming experience can be substituted for education on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications: A bachelor's degree with major course work in GIS or another related field. Preference will be given to candidates possessing experience with ESRI software and applications.

Other:

Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

Knowledge Of:

Familiarity with geospatial concepts, practices and procedures including coordinate systems, projections, topology, LiDAR and Elevation derivatives, geodatabase management, version control. Familiarity with ESRI ArcGIS Portal, ArcGIS Online, Story Maps, Dashboards, Web Experience Builder, and other applications as needed.

Skill In: Python, SQL, Arcade, Azure DevOps

Ability To: Ability to analyze needs and user requirements. Effectively communicate, develop, and document information and ideas.