GIS Analyst w/ City of Salem Public Works

Job Summary
​The City of Salem is looking for a GIS Analyst for its current vacancy in the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department.  This position will primarily work on integrating  and maintaining utility datasets for Public Works and providing analysis and reports. Position will also develop processes to integrate GIS data with Infor Public Sector, the asset management database.  The position will work in a team environment that supports  the Public Works Department and public needs.

Examples of Work

• Perform complex spatial analysis and database queries; design, create and maintain geodatabase, develop and maintain data layers and spatial data structures using GIS tools and relational databases, and convert data into alternative formats.
• Analyze data to design and prepare a variety of maps, illustrations and other graphic representations that display layers representing spatial data.
• Analyze user requirements and recommend or develop solutions using appropriate GIS software and tools; research developing technologies and software and recommend applicability to the department's GIS needs; research and provide technical information on GIS data elements; provide feedback to GIS software vendors, consultants or information system staff; assist in data migration and implementation of GIS and other automated mapping systems.
• Use various programming languages to modify existing software in order to increase functionality, automate processes or build analysis tools; write and maintain scripts, debug application flow and design, document and test software modifications; translate geographic and demographic data into formulas for data entry; develop and maintain web pages.
• Manage GIS projects; consult with internal staff and department managers to assess scope of requests; estimate time and resources needed to complete GIS services; research and evaluate available data and propose method to be used.
• Provide technical support on GIS software; serve as a technical resource for other staff on difficult GIS databases and application issues; provide training and ongoing education to work groups using GIS applications and mapping; participate in work and advisory groups to coordinate data use with other City of Salem departments and external agencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must pass the pre-employment background check
• An Oregon Drivers license
• A driving record that meets the City of Salem's driving standards

​Education 
A Bachelor's degree in Geography, Planning, Engineering, Business, Computer Technology or related course of study;
AND
 
Experience 
And two years GIS experience which included designing, creating, maintaining and analyzing geospatial and tabular data; and writing GIS script or applications programming.
OR 
Any combination of experience and training that demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skill and abilities as listed, and ability to perform the examples of work.

Where can I find out more about the position?
Go to the menu option for Class Specifications and search for the GIS Analyst where the class specification is posted in its entirety.
 
How can I apply?
Click on the "Apply" button at the top of this announcement and complete your application.  Make sure that you specify how you meet the qualifications outlined in the class specification. 

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