Application Developer (ISS6)

Join the Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development (DLCD) as an Application Developer (Information Systems Specialist 6) in the Data Management and Production Services (DMAPS) section. In this role, you will build and support modern applications, tools, and workflows that make DLCD’s land use and spatial data easier to access, understand, and apply. You’ll work across databases, GIS platforms, and web technologies to create intuitive user experiences while maintaining the reliability and security of the systems behind them. This position also plays a key role in DLCD’s data governance efforts by supporting metadata, data catalogs, documentation, and application modernization. Your work will help ensure that staff, partners, and the public can interact with DLCD’s data in ways that are accurate, efficient, and aligned with long-term agency needs.

As part of DLCD’s mission, in partnership with community members and local governments, we foster equitable, inclusive, sustainable, and vibrant communities, while protecting our natural resources legacy for current and future generations.

A day in the life. As the new Application Developer you will:

• Develop modern web solutions using Python, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and low/no-code platforms (such as Microsoft 365 apps and ArcGIS Experience Builder) to support DLCD’s land use planning initiatives, ensuring accessibility and adherence to modern design standards.
• Support ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, and related spatial applications by assisting with configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and enhancements.
• Design and implement database changes in SQL Server or Postgres, including new tables, constraints, stored procedures, and schema updates, while planning for future scalability and performance.
• Apply version control best practices and produce clear, maintainable documentation to support collaboration and long-term stewardship of agency codebases.
• Assist in migrating legacy .NET applications to modern frameworks, contributing to redesign, refactoring, and modernization planning.
• Collaborate closely with the Data Engineer to design, build, and optimize solutions that make agency data easy to access, integrate, analyze, and use.
• Contribute to data governance efforts by maintaining a data inventory, data catalogs, metadata, and dashboards that promote data discoverability and consistent data practices.
• Review and resolve support tickets from DLCD staff, diagnosing issues across internal applications, SQL Server/Postgres databases, and automated processes to ensure continuity of critical business systems., * Application Development & Codebase Ownership: Proven experience building and operating modern web apps from UI to databases, ensuring end-to-end ownership, proper version control, system architecture integrity, and documented business solutions.

Do you have experience in Database server management?, Do you have a Associate’s degree?, Five (5) years of professional experience in: Data engineering, database management, ETL processes, data integration, and data governance, An Associate’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, Geographic Information Systems, or related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in data engineering or a related field; AND three (3) years of professional experience in: Data engineering, database management, ETL processes, data integration, and data governance., A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, Geographic Information Systems, or related field; AND one (1) years of professional experience in: Application development, data engineering, database management, ETL processes, data integration, and data governance., * Python/Django Experience: Proficient in Python and Django, including ORM, API design, product operations, and writing maintainable, well documented, and secure code.

• GIS and Spatial Analysis: Proven ability to use geospatial technologies and spatial analysis methods to develop, design, and support solutions that incorporate spatial data and workflows.
• Data Cataloging and Metadata: Proven experience designing and managing data catalogs, including geospatial catalogs; applying metadata best practices; and implementing open data and catalog feed standards (e.g., DCAT) to enable discoverable and well-governed agency data assets.
• Server and Application Operations: Proven experience maintaining Linux or Windows server environments, managing automated tasks and jobs (cron, scheduled tasks), applying security best practices, and operating web services and hosted applications that support data processing and ETL activities.
• Communication and Collaboration: Evidence of strong communication skills demonstrated through technical presentations, written documentation, cross-team coordination, and participation in mentoring or knowledge-sharing activities.

Pulled from the full job description

• Loan forgiveness
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance, What’s in it for you:
• Opportunity to collaborate with a team of talented professionals who are passionate about the agency’s mission and priorities.
• Flexible work location, with a mix of remote and in-office work.
• 11 paid holidays per year and additional personal business time off.
• Comprehensive benefit package options.

The Benefits

The State of Oregon offers a competitive and affordable health and benefits package, including excellent medical, vision and dental coverage, paid holidays off, and personal business leave, as well as paid and accrued vacation and sick leave. In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.

After a qualifying period, new employees are enrolled in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP). State employees also have access to benefits like deferred compensation plans through the Oregon Savings Growth Plan and the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

One of DLCD’s foundational goals is to become a diverse, equitable, and inclusive agency that implements an equitable and inclusive planning program for Oregon. Efforts are supported by the State of Oregon Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Action Plan, an agency Strategic Plan/Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Plan, and Committee and Work Plan.

At DLCD, all employees are expected to recognize value in individual and cultural differences; lead activities in their division to promote and foster a diverse workforce; actively engage in implementing the DEI Work Plan and associated activities including achieving the agency’s affirmative action objectives and goals.

We recognize that to successfully meet our mission and agency values, our commitment to racial equity, diversity, equity, and inclusion must be at the center of our work. DLCD values the lived and professional experiences of individuals from historically and currently underserved and under-resourced communities and honor our Government-to-Government relations responsibilities with Oregon’s federally recognized Native American Tribes. We are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive, belonging, and equitable working environment for all employees. Candidates with diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, language fluencies, lived experiences, and skillsets are encouraged to apply.