SR PLNG & PROG DEV SPEC

State of careers Rhode Island

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About The Position

CLASS DEFINITION: GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Perform professional Geographic Information Systems (GIS) work in support of the Rhode Island Army National Guard (RIARNG) Construction & Facilities Management Office (CFMO). This position involves the collection, formatting, creation and maintenance of spatial data as related to facilities, utilities and real property. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of the Plans and Program Branch Chief from whom assignments are received; work is reviewed usually upon completion for technical adequacy and adherence to desired objectives. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: As required, may supervise the work of technical and clerical employees assigned to assist. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED: • Create and update GIS maps and data using ArcGIS Pro; • To perform site surveys for RIARNG facilities using Global Positioning System (GPS) hardware and software, either individually or as part of a team; • Process collected data for addition into GIS facility model database using GIS software;. • Manage and maintain metadata for all databased on GPS and other survey data; • Update GIS data as the features at those installations change over time; • Provide Facility and location maps for inclusion in the RIARNG Real Property Development Plans (RPDP), Master Plan, Long Range Construction Plan; • Intranet web distribution of data through Portal for ArcGIS; ) • Acquire data (aerial photographs, section maps, topographical surveys, etc) from outside sources for use in GIS projects; • Maintain current version of Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) ArcGIS Pro Desktop GIS software; • To utilize the current Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD)/GIS Technology Center Spatial Data Standard for Facilities Infrastructure and Environment (SDSFIE) and the Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC) Content Standard for Digital Geospatial Metadata (CSDGM); • Manage GIS data for development of building models, allowing for their display in web-based and desktop GIS applications; • Provide GIS support to the CFMO as required; • Create and maintain useful GIS map products for RIARNG installations and facilities; • Manage process for timely distribution of hard-copy and digital map products; • Adhere to policies of the State of RI and the National Guard Bureau (NGB) for document formatting and digital filing; • Perform GIS analysis projects as required by the directorate using existing specialized software tools for GIS analysis; • Develop specialized tools and procedures to solve subject specific GIS problems, to include installation master planning, military range operation and environmental management; • Develop and manage GIS applications to allow for the smooth interface between GIS data sources and production applications of the directorate, so that required decision-support tools are available to decision makers using real time data; • To analyze data management requirements to recommend the software applications and upgrades necessary to create required products; • Provide in-house training for directorate and department personnel on the use of GIS products and tools; • Provide expertise at the NGB level, and provides instruction support for other States as required; • Maintain a working knowledge of software advances related to the GIS software and attends seminars, workshops, and training sessions as appropriate; • Serves as a technical specialist, staff advisor and consultant to the CFMO for varying types of projects, equipment, or program functions; • Work with Real Property Specialist on the Facility Installation Plan (FISP) for accuracy of data for real property inventory reporting; • Prepare various reports and documents as required; • Performs other related duties as needed and assigned; REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT: KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: • Knowledge of Esri's ArcGIS software and tools, including ArcGIS Pro, and ArcGIS Enterprise or ArcGIS Online; • Knowledge of Experience Builder or Instant Apps; • Knowledge of water and sanitary sewer utility GIS networks, geometric networks, and Esri’s Utility Network; • Knowledge of supporting web GIS applications using Story Maps, Field Maps, Survey 123 and ArcGIS Dashboard; • Knowledge of the principles and practices of federal and RI state planning; • The ability to make technical planning studies and surveys in such fields and to analyze and evaluate data and make planning recommendations; must have the ability to read and analyze blueprints, coordinate and implement contract requirements regarding space planning and construction projects; • The ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions; be computer literate working with CADD, GIS and other computer productivity software (Microsoft products); and related capacities and abilities; SPECIAL REQUIRIEMENTS: Subject to National Agency Check (NAC) and Bureau of Criminal Investigation Check (BCI); must have and maintain a valid state of Rhode Island driver's license throughout duration of employment; must have the ability to obtain a security clearance. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Education: Such as may have been gained through graduation from a recognized university with a Bachelor of Science degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Planning, Engineering or Environmental Science; or related field Experience: Such as may have been gained through employment in professional work in the field of GIS local, regional or state planning. Supplemental Information Benefits For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/. Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee. STATE OF RHODE ISLAND JOBS The State of Rhode Island is committed to providing fundamental services to all Rhode Islanders. Join our team and enjoy the benefits of providing public service with purpose and impact. If you are a current state employee, you are required to apply through the internal jobs website: Click Here. Applications for current state employees will only be accepted through the internal jobs website. Please log into your Employee Self Service portal and search "Find Jobs" to access the internal jobs website.

Requirements

• Knowledge of Esri's ArcGIS software and tools, including ArcGIS Pro, and ArcGIS Enterprise or ArcGIS Online
• Knowledge of Experience Builder or Instant Apps
• Knowledge of water and sanitary sewer utility GIS networks, geometric networks, and Esri’s Utility Network
• Knowledge of supporting web GIS applications using Story Maps, Field Maps, Survey 123 and ArcGIS Dashboard
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of federal and RI state planning
• The ability to make technical planning studies and surveys in such fields and to analyze and evaluate data and make planning recommendations; must have the ability to read and analyze blueprints, coordinate and implement contract requirements regarding space planning and construction projects
• The ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions; be computer literate working with CADD, GIS and other computer productivity software (Microsoft products); and related capacities and abilities
• Subject to National Agency Check (NAC) and Bureau of Criminal Investigation Check (BCI)
• Must have and maintain a valid state of Rhode Island driver's license throughout duration of employment
• Must have the ability to obtain a security clearance
• Such as may have been gained through graduation from a recognized university with a Bachelor of Science degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Planning, Engineering or Environmental Science; or related field
• Such as may have been gained through employment in professional work in the field of GIS local, regional or state planning

Responsibilities

• Create and update GIS maps and data using ArcGIS Pro
• Perform site surveys for RIARNG facilities using Global Positioning System (GPS) hardware and software, either individually or as part of a team
• Process collected data for addition into GIS facility model database using GIS software
• Manage and maintain metadata for all databased on GPS and other survey data
• Update GIS data as the features at those installations change over time
• Provide Facility and location maps for inclusion in the RIARNG Real Property Development Plans (RPDP), Master Plan, Long Range Construction Plan
• Intranet web distribution of data through Portal for ArcGIS
• Acquire data (aerial photographs, section maps, topographical surveys, etc) from outside sources for use in GIS projects
• Maintain current version of Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) ArcGIS Pro Desktop GIS software
• Utilize the current Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD)/GIS Technology Center Spatial Data Standard for Facilities Infrastructure and Environment (SDSFIE) and the Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC) Content Standard for Digital Geospatial Metadata (CSDGM)
• Manage GIS data for development of building models, allowing for their display in web-based and desktop GIS applications
• Provide GIS support to the CFMO as required
• Create and maintain useful GIS map products for RIARNG installations and facilities
• Manage process for timely distribution of hard-copy and digital map products
• Adhere to policies of the State of RI and the National Guard Bureau (NGB) for document formatting and digital filing
• Perform GIS analysis projects as required by the directorate using existing specialized software tools for GIS analysis
• Develop specialized tools and procedures to solve subject specific GIS problems, to include installation master planning, military range operation and environmental management
• Develop and manage GIS applications to allow for the smooth interface between GIS data sources and production applications of the directorate, so that required decision-support tools are available to decision makers using real time data
• Analyze data management requirements to recommend the software applications and upgrades necessary to create required products
• Provide in-house training for directorate and department personnel on the use of GIS products and tools
• Provide expertise at the NGB level, and provides instruction support for other States as required
• Maintain a working knowledge of software advances related to the GIS software and attends seminars, workshops, and training sessions as appropriate
• Serve as a technical specialist, staff advisor and consultant to the CFMO for varying types of projects, equipment, or program functions
• Work with Real Property Specialist on the Facility Installation Plan (FISP) for accuracy of data for real property inventory reporting
• Prepare various reports and documents as required
• Performs other related duties as needed and assigned

Benefits

• For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/.
• Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees.
• Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit.
• Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system.
• At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level