ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 37010884

State of Florida • Tallahassee, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analyst position in the Geological Investigations Section of the Florida Geological Survey. This position conducts and assists with environmental/geological research and mapping as it relates to products contributing to responsible use and understanding of Florida’s natural resources. This position provides GIS analysis and support to the Geological Investigations Section’s STATEMAP team by performing the following duties:

Compiles and maintains current and legacy data for the STATEMAP team.
Develops and maintains routines and scripts that automate ArcGIS and other software tasks for geologic research.
Plans and designs GIS data and projects for geological mapping analysis, interpretation, reporting, publishing, and presenting.
Develops and maintains GIS field mapping applications on tablets and mobile devices.
Develop computer cartographic and database standards for geologic maps and illustrations.
Assists with building, maintaining, and revising GIS projects and other mapping products.
Designs, manages, and converts existing FGS hard copy and digital files for GIS-compatibility.
Prepares GIS data for USGS GeMS format conversion by FGS Geologic Data and Information Management Section staff
Prepares technical documentation on GIS processes.
Follows DEP metadata standards.
Provides technical support for the FGS STATEMAP publications, ArcGIS online map products, and other derivative products.
Assists with publishing mapping results.
Assisting with project fieldwork as needed.
Attends GIS training courses, meetings, workshops, or conferences related to data analysis and visualization and mapping.
Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to maintain a valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to travel and perform field work.
• At least 2 years of verifiable related experience in GIS. Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university with a major in a job relatable social or natural science may be used as an alternative for the required years of experience on a year-for-year basis. A credential evaluation report from an approved agency must be submitted along with all foreign degrees.
• Knowledge of GIS terminology, principles, and analytical techniques including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Experiences, and Field Maps.
• Knowledge of and familiarity with database design for GIS compatibility and conversion of existing graphics and data to GIS data formats.
• Knowledge of and familiarity with terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences, including the principles of field data collection and analysis.
• Knowledge of and familiarity with cartographic terminology, principles, and techniques.
• Skilled in the use of GIS software including ArcGIS Pro.
• Skilled in use of personal computers, scientific calculators, scientific reference sources, and software necessary to produce reports, geologic maps, cross-sections and other graphical representations of geologic data.
• Skilled in analyzing and solving geologic problems.
• Skilled in methods of data collection.
• Ability to assist in the preparation of technical reports and publications.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to coordinate work assignments of others and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
• Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze, and interpret scientific or technical data.
• Ability to use and learn Adobe Suite software, including Acrobat and Illustrator.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to interact with customers and the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments to meet program and department goals.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to apply critical thinking to solve problems and improve procedures.
• Ability to perform field work.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated GIS skills
• Experience with DEP and FGS data, GIS data, and work functions
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Compiles and maintains current and legacy data for the STATEMAP team.
• Develops and maintains routines and scripts that automate ArcGIS and other software tasks for geologic research.
• Plans and designs GIS data and projects for geological mapping analysis, interpretation, reporting, publishing, and presenting.
• Develops and maintains GIS field mapping applications on tablets and mobile devices.
• Develop computer cartographic and database standards for geologic maps and illustrations.
• Assists with building, maintaining, and revising GIS projects and other mapping products.
• Designs, manages, and converts existing FGS hard copy and digital files for GIS-compatibility.
• Prepares GIS data for USGS GeMS format conversion by FGS Geologic Data and Information Management Section staff
• Prepares technical documentation on GIS processes.
• Follows DEP metadata standards.
• Provides technical support for the FGS STATEMAP publications, ArcGIS online map products, and other derivative products.
• Assists with publishing mapping results.
• Assisting with project fieldwork as needed.
• Attends GIS training courses, meetings, workshops, or conferences related to data analysis and visualization and mapping.
• Performs other duties as required.

Benefits

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Tuition waivers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED