GIS Database AdministratorSunshine Enterprise USA is retained by our valued client to search and recruit for the following executive opening:Job Title: GIS Database AdministratorLocation: West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT)About the RoleThe West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT) is seeking a skilled GIS Database Administrator to join our team on a temporary contract basis. In this role, you will be responsible for the maintenance and management of enterprise GIS database systems that support critical WVDOT operations. You will work with Esri ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcSDE, and relational database platforms while assisting GIS analysts and programming staff with debugging and optimization.Key ResponsibilitiesMaintain and manage enterprise GIS database systems, including Esri ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcSDE, and relational database platforms such as Oracle, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL/PostGISProvide connectivity between GIS applications and enterprise databases, including configuration of ArcGIS services, database connections, and integration with web-based GIS applicationsAssist GIS analysts and programming staff in debugging stored procedures, spatial queries, geoprocessing scripts, and database functionsOptimize spatial SQL execution for procedures, functions, packages, triggers, and geospatial queries to ensure high performance of GIS applicationsUtilize enterprise database backup functionality, including full and incremental backups, spatial database replication, and database cloning for GIS environmentsCollaborate with project managers, business analysts, GIS analysts, application analysts, and business policy staffProduce clear technical documentation and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiencesRequirementsRequired QualificationsEducation (one of the following): Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Geography, Geomatics, or a related field from an accredited institution, OR Minimum of three (3) years of equivalent work experienceEnterprise GIS Database Maintenance & Management: Minimum of three (3) years of experience with the maintenance and management of enterprise GIS database systems, including Esri ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcSDE, and relational database platforms such as Oracle, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL/PostGISGIS Database Connectivity: Minimum of two (2) years of experience in providing connectivity between GIS applications and enterprise databases, including configuration of ArcGIS services, database connections, and integration with web-based GIS applicationsDebugging Assistance: Minimum of two (2) years of experience in providing assistance to GIS analysts and programming staff in debugging stored procedures, spatial queries, geoprocessing scripts, and database functionsSpatial SQL Optimization: Minimum of two (2) years of experience in optimizing spatial SQL execution for procedures, functions, packages, triggers, and geospatial queries to ensure high performance of GIS applicationsBackup & Replication: Minimum of two (2) years of experience in utilizing enterprise database backup functionality, including full and incremental backups, spatial database replication, and database cloning for GIS environmentsCommunication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to work with project managers, business analysts, GIS analysts, application analysts, and business policy staffPreferred Skills (Not Required but a Plus)Experience in transportation or government IT environmentsEsri certification (e.g., Esri Technical Certification - Enterprise)Experience with ArcGIS Portal administrationFamiliarity with additional GIS platforms (QGIS, GeoServer)Knowledge of spatial data formats and conversion toolsExperience with performance tuning for large-scale spatial databasesFamiliarity with public sector geospatial data standards (FGDC, NGDA)SUNSHINE ENTERPRISE USA LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran disability or genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law in employment.