GIS Analyst Government Job Dept-Public Works Full Time

Temporary with GREAT Potential for permanent – BENEFITS! MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION, HOLIDAY PAY!

$50,389.28 to $60,000/ annually

Processing, analysis, and application of public infrastructure and geographic information(GIS) data in support of department’s everyday operations. Creation of various types of files,

updates, and transfers involving infrastructure, asset management, and geographic data. Preparation of maps and technical and administrative reports. Work is performed under the

general direction of the Assistant Public Works Director.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Enters, processes, and analyzes infrastructure and resource data utilizing various computer systems.

Develops, modifies, and maintains various technical and administrative reports and charts generated from data from the Public Works databases in support of department operations.

Recognizes application inefficiency and may create and modify programs using appropriate programming language.

Analyzes and updates resource (labor, material, and equipment) cost data used in thecost accounting of department’s everyday operations.

Assists in the field inventory gathering and condition assessment of various Public Works infrastructure and resources and the analysis and utilization of such data inmaking critical management decisions.

Develops or converts various forms of data in updating and maintaining municipal geographic data and depicting such data using the Geographic Information System(GIS).

Maintains municipal infrastructure and geographic data retrieval systems, ensuring the integrity and accessibility of data for department’s operations and management.

Performs revisions as needed to data sets.

Operates computers, printers and maintains files and records of completed GIS maps and reports and other documentation.

Answers public inquiries and inter departmental inquiries pertaining to geographic information.

Analyzes databases, reports, and maps to ensure accuracy in data management and processing.

Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Knowledge of standard terminology, techniques, and practices of Geographic Information and Work Management Systems (WMS).

Knowledge of software, hardware, and peripheral equipment related to GIS and WMS.

Knowledge of computer equipment, and associated peripheral equipment utilized in maintaining and processing geographic data.

Skilled in the use of GPS equipment and associated software.

Skilled in using highly technical computer applications, such as GIS or CAD.

Skilled in the use of small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.

Skilled in using computers for data entry, word processing and accounting purposes.

Ability to organize and communicate effectively.

Ability to evaluate user needs concerning data requests.

Ability to maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and fellow personnel.

Ability to review essential functions for efficient results and accuracy.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

Associates degree in Computer Science, Planning, Geography or related field;vocational/technical diploma in drafting, surveying, mapping, or related GIS focus.

Two (2) years’ experience that demonstrates skill progression and working knowledge of modern computer GIS and infrastructure management programs; or an equivalent

combination of training and experience.