Geographic Information System Specialist- Jefferson County (Environmental Services)

JobsQuest•Merit System, TX

4d•$63,980 - $99,236•Onsite

About The Position

Jefferson County is seeking a well-qualified Geographic Information System (GIS) Specialist. This role analyzes and monitors system applications, programs, and/or databases. Specialists create test data and evaluate test results to determine system/application performance and identify potential errors. Specialists design, develop, and modify system applications, programs, and/or databases. GIS Specialists analyzes Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data for use in various settings (e.g., infrastructure, planning, data analysis, asset management) using ArcGIS applications, maps, graphs, and/or tabular data in order to identify spatial relationships. Specialists design or coordinate the development of integrated Geographic Information Systems (GIS) spatial or non-spatial databases using multiuser relational database management systems (e.g., AcrGIS, Oracle, Microsoft SQL, Cityworks, Onbase) in order to develop and map thematic layers of GIS data (e.g., land use, drainage areas, site addresses, ownership, Orthophotos, etc.). GIS Specialists create and modify system documentation and user guides. Specialists train others in order to provide knowledge and understanding of work processes to ensure compliance with procedures and standards. They provide assistance to engineers, wastewater treatment operators, sewer line maintenance personnel, or other as needed. GIS Specialists serve as on-site administrators for various systems or applications by providing user support, installing system/application updates, and managing user access rights for user systems. GIS Specialist do not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Work experience as a GIS Tech II in the Merit System
Work experience maintaining a GIS database to include spatial analysis (e.g., modeling problems geographically), data extraction (e.g., creating scripts to efficiently isolate data), map creation (e.g., web services, creating layers).
Work experience reading and interpreting legal descriptions (e.g., deeds, annexations, land surveys, etc.).
Work experience creating GIS relational databases (e.g., ArcGIS, MapInfo, MapOracle, Access, SQL, etc.).
Work experience with database reporting software (e.g. Crystal Reports, Arc GIS data reporting, etc.).
At least an Associate’s Degree in Geographic Information Systems or related IT field.
Geographic Information Systems Certificate or Certification from an accredited organization (e.g., Alabama Certified Mapper Designation, US Armed Forces, GISCI, GISP, etc.).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Geospatial Mapping, Information Systems, or related field.
Experience with Cityworks as an administrator (e.g., updating user profiles, setting map visibility, creating/editing templates, dashboard creation).
Experience managing utility assets (e.g., sewer, gas, water)

Responsibilities

Analyzes and monitors system applications, programs, and/or databases.
Creates test data and evaluates test results to determine system/application performance and identify potential errors.
Designs, develops, and modifies system applications, programs, and/or databases.
Analyzes Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data for use in various settings (e.g., infrastructure, planning, data analysis, asset management) using ArcGIS applications, maps, graphs, and/or tabular data in order to identify spatial relationships.
Designs or coordinates the development of integrated Geographic Information Systems (GIS) spatial or non-spatial databases using multiuser relational database management systems (e.g., AcrGIS, Oracle, Microsoft SQL, Cityworks, Onbase) in order to develop and map thematic layers of GIS data (e.g., land use, drainage areas, site addresses, ownership, Orthophotos, etc.).
Creates and modifies system documentation and user guides.
Trains others in order to provide knowledge and understanding of work processes to ensure compliance with procedures and standards.
Provides assistance to engineers, wastewater treatment operators, sewer line maintenance personnel, or other as needed.
Serves as on-site administrators for various systems or applications by providing user support, installing system/application updates, and managing user access rights for user systems.
Provides service to internal and/or external customers.
Verifies the accuracy and completeness of geospatial and tabular data records by reviewing spreadsheets, legal descriptions, aerial maps, paper or digital drawings or ArcGIS/ESRI data in order to identify data errors and ensure all Geographic Information System (GIS) database information is correct and up-to-date.
Creates, maintains, and updates a Geographic Information System (GIS) database by updating or entering tabular or geospatial data using specialized GIS software (e.g., Esri, ArcInfo, ArcGIS) to ensure GIS data is up-to-date.
Produces, maintains, and distributes data layers, maps, tables, or reports by performing data extraction and various spatial analysis techniques using GIS database and various reporting software in order to provide requested information and meet user needs.
Engages in activities designed to ensure professional development, awareness of developments in the field, and knowledge of relevant practices, rules, laws, policies, and/or guidelines.
Engages on cross-department/municipality projects by working with others to establish goal and deadlines for projects, performing duties within scope of the project, and communicating throughout projects (e.g., attending meetings, producing reports) to stay informed or communicate progress towards goals.
Conducts training by creating training materials and facilitating training sessions in order to provide knowledge and understanding of work processes and ensure compliance with procedures and standards.