GIS Specialist
About The Position
TheGeographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialistis the entry-level classification in the professional GIS series, responsible for performing a variety of technical and analytical duties in support of the City's GIS program. Incumbents in this class collect, manage, and analyse spatial data, design and produce maps and visualisations, and maintain GIS databases to ensure accuracy and reliability. They assist in converting existing geographic and facilities data into GIS-compatible formats, perform quality control and assurance, and develop automated tools to improve efficiency. GIS Specialists also provide technical support to City staff, create custom queries and reports, and contribute to the ongoing development of GIS applications that enhance City operations. This class is distinguished from the GIS Applications Analyst by the complexity of assignments, with the latter performing advanced system development and maintenance requiring a deeper application of GIS principles and theories.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in geographic information systems (GIS), geography, computer science, engineering, information technology or a closely related field is required.
- at least one (1) year of professional experience working with GIS software, spatial data, and mapping applications.
- Experience with software systems currentlyused by the City: Accela Civic Platform, ePermitHub, New World ERP, Active Net, Adobe Creative Cloud, AutoCAD, Chameleon, eScribe Agenda Management, GoGov CRM, Laserfiche, Maintstar Asset Management, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams, NEOGOV, Simpplr, Smartsheet, and Tyler's New World ERP.
Responsibilities
- collect, manage, and analyse spatial data
- design and produce maps and visualisations
- maintain GIS databases to ensure accuracy and reliability
- assist in converting existing geographic and facilities data into GIS-compatible formats
- perform quality control and assurance
- develop automated tools to improve efficiency
- provide technical support to City staff
- create custom queries and reports
- contribute to the ongoing development of GIS applications that enhance City operations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
