Gis Technician Jobs

PLEASE NOTE:

1. The Oral Board interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of June 26th. We reserve the right to modify this schedule.

3. Retirement: CalPERS 2.7% at 55 formula for classic members; 2% at 62 formula for PEPRA members.

THE POSITION:

Under general supervision, performs a variety of responsible, technical, sub-professional office and field tasks in support of the City’s Geographical Information System (GIS) and the Computerized Maintenance and Management Software (CMMS) programs; responsible for maintenance, troubleshooting and support of hardware and software used; collects GIS data, updates physical GIS maps and maintains the GIS database for the mapping of City and public works infrastructure.

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

1. Perform the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of the City’s GIS/CMMS systems; compile, store, inventory, and analyze data.

2. Create and maintain GIS data to support enterprise GIS efforts for the City.

3. Design and develop various GIS analysis maps for different City departments to accommodate their GIS needs.

4. Interpret engineering plans, future developments, annexations, Capital Improvement projects, and model interpretations for GIS layer and database development.

5. Conduct GPS data collection and data post-processing for GIS layer development efforts.

6. Assist in the progress of enhancing the City’s GIS services to aid in the development of various City departments.

7. Ensure the integrity, quality, and accuracy of a variety of GIS information and data; field check data by driving to locations, verifying features and recording changes.

8. Operate a variety of GIS input and output devices including GPS receivers, scanners, printers, and plotters.

9. Capture data using GPS equipment; export data into shapefile format and import data into the existing GIS database.

10. Research geographic and tabular data from various sources for integration into the City’s GIS database; provide updated information to external agencies as necessary.

11. Stay abreast of new and emerging trends and changing technologies in the field of GIS; read pertinent industry publications; attend meetings and training as required.

12. Gather all base data sources including improvement plans and other resources in field.

13. Prepare and print a variety of routine and special request maps.

14. Maintain all project data updates by adding subdivision improvement plans, capital improvement plans, public works project plans, maintenance field work and pipe inspection feature changes to GIS database.

15. Manipulate developed GIS data into Public Works Computerized Maintenance and Management Systems (CMMS).

16. Provide services for Public Works CMMS, including GIS implementation and maintenance of CMMS database.

17. Ensure the maintenance of CMMS data and data input for users to withdraw and extract information for citizen requests.

18. May provide oversight and limited direction to intern or part-time staff.

19. Perform related duties as required.

Knowledge of:

• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Personal computer hardware and software.
• Principles and techniques of GIS/CMMS.
• Operations, services and activities of a GIS/CMMS program.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local codes, laws, and regulations.
• Methods and techniques of assembling and compiling geographic data.
• Methods and techniques of developing maps.
• Uses, capabilities, and operational characteristics of GIS equipment and specialized hardware and software.

Ability to:

• Operate office equipment including computers, plotter, and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Prepare accurate maps; scan maps and photographs.
• Adapt to changing technologies and learn functionality of new equipment and systems.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Identify necessary changes and update and/or post data.
• Create, edit and plot GIS data and graphics in specialized software programs.
• Compile and analyze GIS/CMMS data.
• Read and interpret maps and data.
• Provide technical support to GIS/CMMS programs.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Make complete, logical and accurate mathematical calculations.
• Implement, maintain and operate GIS database systems, including related hardware and software.
• Take coaching, instruction, and feedback with a cooperative and positive attitude.

Education/Training:

An Associate Degree from an accredited college with major coursework in geography, environmental science, computer science, information systems/technology, or closely related field.

Experience:

Two (2) years experience in GIS,CMMS, mapping, or related field. A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college with major coursework in geography, environmental science, computer science, information systems/technology, or closely related field may be substituted for two (2) years of experience.

License or Certificate:

Possession of a valid California driver’s license. For out-of-state candidates, we will accept an out-of-state driver's license at the time of application; however, a valid California driver's license must be obtained by the time of appointment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting with occasional travel from site to site and exposure to all types of weather and temperature conditions.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

BENEFITS:

• HEALTH INSURANCE - Cafeteria Plan is provided with a City contribution for the purchase of health, dental, and vision. Option to take cash or deferred compensation in lieu of benefits is available.

• LIFE INSURANCE

• EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

• RETIREMENT - California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS): 2.7% @ 55 for classic members or 2.0% @ 62 for PEPRA members

• HOLIDAYS - 14 days per year

• VACATION - 11 to 25 days per year depending upon length of service

• SICK LEAVE - 12 days per year with no limit on accumulation

• DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN - City offers a 457 Plan

• MEDICAL-AFTER-RETIREMENT ACCOUNT (MARA)

• SOCIAL SECURITY - The City participates in the Medicare portion only.

• EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PROGRAM

• BILINGUAL PAY - $100 per month