Engineering Assistant I - Working Title: Asset Management Assistant

County of Volusia • DeLand, FL

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The County of Volusia is seeking an Engineering Assistant I - Working Title: Asset Management Assistant for the Road & Bridge Division. This position is responsible for technical work to collect and add infrastructure data to the Geographic Information System (GIS) enterprise geodatabases for road and drainage assets.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or a GED and three (3) years of experience in Geographic Information System (GIS) supporting Public Works or Civil Engineering functions.
• Associate's degree in Civil Engineering, Land Surveying, Mathematics or related field and one (1) year of experience in Geographic Information System (GIS).
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license at time of hire.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License within thirty (30) days of hire.
• Knowledge of principles, techniques and terminology of geodetic control, cartography, and geographic information systems.
• Knowledge of ArcView or ArcGIS software capabilities and commands.
• Knowledge of basic math functions, geometry and legal descriptions.
• Knowledge of basic personal computer operation and computer software (database, spreadsheets, word processing, email).
• Ability to read & interpret legal descriptions; read and comprehend maps; read and comprehend technical manuals, instructions, procedures, letters and memos.
• Ability to analyze data and develop conclusions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees within and outside GIS.
• Ability to interact effectively with others.
• Must be able to relocate to other county locations based upon operational needs.

Nice To Haves

• At least two (2) years of experience with GIS (ArcGIS).
• At least two (2) years of experience with Lucity or similar asset management software.

Responsibilities

• Collects and adds infrastructure data to the Geographic Information System (GIS) enterprise geodatabase, such as roads, sidewalks, drainage canals, retention ponds, control structures, etc.
• Reviews construction plans, surveys, aerials, and drawings to determine location and attribute information to include maintenance responsibility, material, size, shape, etc.
• Checks maintenance agreements, as-builts, public records, and other relevant documents to analyze how data is to be indexed and related to applicable GIS feature(s).
• Uses personal computer and applicable software systems to analyze, build, map, and maintain GIS databases.
• Applies GIS and statistical techniques to analyze spatial and non-spatial information.
• Prepares correspondence, reports, and exhibits.
• May be assigned to other county locations based upon operational needs.
• Attends work on a regular and consistent basis.
• Must adhere to Federal, State, County and Local ordinances.
• Responds to emergency situations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Volusia County is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.
• Veterans' preference is provided to qualified applicants pursuant to State law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree