The City of Port Orange
Geographic Information System Technician
The City of Port Orange, Port Orange, Florida, United States, 32128
We are so excited that you are interested in working for the City of Port Orange! We thrive on our Core Values which show we C.A.R.E. We are committed to our employees and the citizens of Port Orange and look forward to the opportunity to discuss your future here!
Job Description:
POSITION OBJECTIVES
This is a professional technical position responsible for the design and implementation of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, mapping, quality assurance, analysis and application projects based on specified requirements. Work is performed under the general direction of the GIS Administrator. The position often serves as the technical team lead on GIS projects.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Develops and maintains ArcGIS web maps, applications, and interactive custom dashboardsPerforms technical quality review of geospatial information to determine completeness, accuracy, and adherence to specified standardsEfficiently converts data between standard spatial data formats including but not limited to ESRI geodatabase feature classes, spreadsheets, and raster data formatsQueries SQL database environments to extract, modify, and analyze data for use in geospatial mapsCreates, edits, and manages spatial data in SQL Server Enterprise geodatabases, shape files, and tabular formatted dataCommunicates with internal and external technical resources to resolve conflicting data issues and provide guidance on best methods to apply results derived from GIS driven dataAnalyzes, troubleshoots, and resolves GIS application or layer complicationsPerform related work as required. These additional duties may be representative of tasks typically performed by those in a lesser or more advanced job grade.This position is part of the City's Emergency Management Team and, as such, shall be expected to perform all duties that are assigned during an emergency management operation.
Education and Experience
Associate's degree in Geography, Surveying, Engineering, Computer Science or related field.Four (4) years' experience using ESRI ArcGIS and database related applications; OREquivalent combination of education and experience.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of Esri ArcGIS, ArcGIS Enterprise, Microsoft SQL, Python, HTML, and similar systems involving automated mapping software, database software, and related products.Ability to understand mapping layers, engineering and architectural drawings.Ability to interpret survey data.Ability to compile and analyze statistical data and input into databases.Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents.Skilled in creating and maintaining interactive web-based applications.Ability to travel to training and professional development opportunities, sometimes out of state, required for enhancing skills.PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit, use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and to operate automated data processing equipment to include data entry terminals.The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms.The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee must rarely lift and/or move up to 10 lbs.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focusWORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
Compensation Details:
Regular hours Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
$21.55- $23.71
Please note that the City of Port Orange is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace which extends preference to Veterans. Those applicants who wish to claim Veteran's Preference must provide a DD214 or other supporting documentation that identifies service dates and character of service. The City of Port Orange collects social security numbers only in accordance with General Administrative Code 1-42 Social Security Number Collection Policy. To view the entire policy please click on the link: https://www.port-orange.org/documents/hr/POLICY-1-42-SSN.pdf . Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted.
Job Description:
POSITION OBJECTIVES
This is a professional technical position responsible for the design and implementation of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, mapping, quality assurance, analysis and application projects based on specified requirements. Work is performed under the general direction of the GIS Administrator. The position often serves as the technical team lead on GIS projects.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Develops and maintains ArcGIS web maps, applications, and interactive custom dashboardsPerforms technical quality review of geospatial information to determine completeness, accuracy, and adherence to specified standardsEfficiently converts data between standard spatial data formats including but not limited to ESRI geodatabase feature classes, spreadsheets, and raster data formatsQueries SQL database environments to extract, modify, and analyze data for use in geospatial mapsCreates, edits, and manages spatial data in SQL Server Enterprise geodatabases, shape files, and tabular formatted dataCommunicates with internal and external technical resources to resolve conflicting data issues and provide guidance on best methods to apply results derived from GIS driven dataAnalyzes, troubleshoots, and resolves GIS application or layer complicationsPerform related work as required. These additional duties may be representative of tasks typically performed by those in a lesser or more advanced job grade.This position is part of the City's Emergency Management Team and, as such, shall be expected to perform all duties that are assigned during an emergency management operation.
Education and Experience
Associate's degree in Geography, Surveying, Engineering, Computer Science or related field.Four (4) years' experience using ESRI ArcGIS and database related applications; OREquivalent combination of education and experience.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of Esri ArcGIS, ArcGIS Enterprise, Microsoft SQL, Python, HTML, and similar systems involving automated mapping software, database software, and related products.Ability to understand mapping layers, engineering and architectural drawings.Ability to interpret survey data.Ability to compile and analyze statistical data and input into databases.Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents.Skilled in creating and maintaining interactive web-based applications.Ability to travel to training and professional development opportunities, sometimes out of state, required for enhancing skills.PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit, use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and to operate automated data processing equipment to include data entry terminals.The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms.The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee must rarely lift and/or move up to 10 lbs.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focusWORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
Compensation Details:
Regular hours Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
$21.55- $23.71
Please note that the City of Port Orange is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace which extends preference to Veterans. Those applicants who wish to claim Veteran's Preference must provide a DD214 or other supporting documentation that identifies service dates and character of service. The City of Port Orange collects social security numbers only in accordance with General Administrative Code 1-42 Social Security Number Collection Policy. To view the entire policy please click on the link: https://www.port-orange.org/documents/hr/POLICY-1-42-SSN.pdf . Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted.