Application Developer I

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JOB SUMMARY:

The James C. Kennedy Waterfowl and Wetlands Conservation Center is seeking an individual with experience in GIS or web mapping to support the development of an interactive geo-visualization platform and map-based decision-support tool by building a user-friendly application that integrates ecological, climate, and landscape data to support waterfowl and land management decisions. Other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

30% - Essential - Develop and Implement the Web-Based GIS Application: Assist in designing and building an interactive mapping platform with key features such as navigation tools, layer controls, search functionality, pop-ups, and scale-aware symbology. This also includes integrating simple charts or data summaries that respond to user interaction and ensuring the application is intuitive and accessible.

25% - Essential - Prepare and Manage Geospatial Data: Clean, format, and organize raster and vector datasets for integration into the platform. This includes maintaining data quality, managing projections, and ensuring datasets are well-documented with clear metadata for consistent use.

20% - Essential - Support Backend Setup, Testing, and Maintenance: Assist with backend configuration (e.g., databases, GIS servers) and support system integration under guidance from the project team. This includes testing the application for usability and performance, recommending improvements, developing user documentation, and helping maintain and update the platform over time.

15% - Essential - Translate Project Needs into Functional Requirements: Work with faculty, staff, and partners to identify project goals and convert them into clear, actionable requirements. This includes outlining core features, contributing to basic documentation and wireframes, and ensuring the final product aligns with user needs and decision-support objectives.

10% - Essential - Other Duties as Assigned: Perform additional tasks as needed to support project goals, team operations, and successful completion of deliverables, including the conveyance of tool uses and applications to partners, faculty, staff, and students.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education - High School or Equivalent - Experience in computer system development and modification. A bachelor's degree in a related area may be substituted for the required work experience.

Experience - Completion of at least one project involving interactive web mapping or geospatial analysis, working knowledge of a GIS or web-mapping platform (e.g., Esri or open-source tools), basic geospatial data handling (shapefiles/GeoJSON, projection

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Education - Bachelor's Degree - Computer Science field

Licenses - Drivers License Class D normal \< 26,000

Responsibilities

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations

Supervisory Responsibilities

No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.

Budgetary Responsibilities

No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

5% - Stand for prolonged period

60% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period

10% - Walk or move about

5% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc

5% - Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)

5% - Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)

20% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself

10% - Recognize or inspect visually

5% - Move, transport, raise or lower

10% - Extends hands or arms in any direction

10% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS:

5% - Exposure to heat or cold

5% - Wet or humid

5% - Noise

5% - Overnight Travel

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 37\.5

Compensation Information

Anticipated Hourly Rate: $23\.23

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

Essential Personnel Level

Normal Operations

Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

Georgetown, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

7 May 2026

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:

Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE:

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email [email protected] upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.