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JOB TITLE:  Conservation and GIS Data Analyst
LOCATION:  Portland, OR
COMPENSATION:  $44,000 - $52,000 starting based on experience
JOB START DATE:  May 2020
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 1, 2020 (applications reviewed after this closing date)

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: 
All applications must be submitted via our application website at:  http://bit.ly/xerces-jobs

JOIN US!
Come join a growing team of conservation professionals at the Xerces Society who are dedicated to protecting some of the world’s most important animals. We are seeking a skilled and collaborative data analyst to help develop and improve how we manage and use data to accomplish our mission.

The Xerces Society is at the forefront of invertebrate protection worldwide, harnessing the knowledge of scientists and the enthusiasm of the public to implement conservation programs. We take action by helping farmers and conservation agencies develop conservation plans for pollinators and beneficial insects, producing ground-breaking publications on insect conservation, training thousands of farmers and land managers to protect and manage habitat for beneficial insects, protecting endangered species and their habitat, and raising public awareness about the invertebrates of farms, forests, prairies, deserts, creeks, wetlands, and oceans. Our methods focus on habitat conservation planning, education, scientific analysis, advocacy, and applied research to conserve invertebrates, such as bees, butterflies, mollusks, and dragonflies. 

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING: 
The analyst is responsible for improving data management systems and processes across Xerces Society’s conservation programs, and to develop and provide tools to improve external communications. This includes oversight of all GIS and other conservation data operations including data structure and metadata development, intake (procedures, tools, and data integrity policies), system administration, implementation, and user support. The analyst will report to the Endangered Species Program Director, but work across the entire organization’s conservation programs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  
Data management and analysis

• Manage, organize, and streamline existing datasets, working in collaboration with Xerces Society conservation program staff.
• Provide technical assistance as needed:

1. Manage user account and permissions.
2. Build and maintain a centralized GIS data library.
3. Respond to data and map requests from conservation staff.
4. Alert staff to new tools and training opportunities.
5. Train staff to access data, use relevant tools, build maps, etc.
6. Produce tabular, geospatial, and analytical data for specific projects, including on an ad hoc basis for team members who do not have training or access to data.
7. Build simple self-service access tools for staff who are not regular GIS users.
8. Create Best Practices guidelines for using new tools, databases, templates, etc.
9. Manage GIS field users and data.
10. Advise on sampling design, database use, and related equipment (i.e. field tablets, GPS devices, software, etc.).

• Improve upon existing systems:

1. Identify and pursue opportunities to continually improve the quality of data management systems, processes, and standards within the Xerces Society’s conservation programs.
2. Apply judgment to standardize and integrate existing Xerces conservation databases to better meet project needs of our growing team.
3. Conduct quality control checks on existing databases.

• Identify and use appropriate technologies to make workflows more efficient, and to make data, analyses, maps, implementation tools and other information more easily accessible to others.

1. Create maps that facilitate the interpretation of species occurrence data, maintain databases, and perform spatial analyses.
2. Create and manage data collection tools to be used by staff in habitat restoration and planting projects.
3. Create map templates and other standardized items to be used by staff in developing reports and presentations.

• Apply quantitative spatial statistics and computational modeling to conduct scientifically rigorous analyses that inform conservation decisions, in collaboration with Xerces Society Conservation Staff.

1. Consult with colleagues and advise on analyses and study design.
2. Be familiar with best available data sources for ecological data analysis, including climate science data that can be integrated into projects.

Develop a system for effectively tracking and reporting on conservation effectiveness metrics that can be easily accessed by the executive director, program directors, the communications team, and the development team. Work with conservation program staff to incorporate the use of this tracking system into daily operations and practices. 

Communication and outreach

• Develop visualizations, maps, infographics, short written narratives, and other static and interactive tools to effectively communicate conservation effectiveness metrics and achievements. 
• Work with Xerces’ conservation programs and communications teams to design and produce creative, high-quality digital and printed communications which will resonate with Xerces’ audiences and communicate conservation goals and achievements.
• Build visualizations, infographics and interactive tools for internal and external use. 

STATUS:  Full-Time, salaried, exempt position, scheduled to work ~ 40 hours/week.  Schedule can be made flexible and opportunity for partial remote work location can be made, consistent with work requirements, depending on employee preferences.

BENEFITS:  This position includes a generous benefits package: eleven paid holidays including two floating holidays that may be used for a personal or religious holiday observed by the employee or other occasion preferred by the employee, paid time off, paid health, dental, and disability insurance, option to participate in a pre-tax flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses, participation in a 401k retirement program upon eligibility and a flexible work environment.

TERMS:  The Xerces Society is an at-will employer. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

MORE INFORMATION:  For more information on the Xerces Society and our programs, please see our website: www.xerces.org 


EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The Xerces Society is proud to be an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.

It is Xerces’ policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and to administer all aspects and conditions of employment without regard to the following: race, color, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship or immigration status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, family relationship, health insurance status, medical history or condition, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, non-conviction arrest record, wage garnishment status, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends to all aspects of employment, including all decisions on hiring, job assignment, training, compensation, promotion, demotion, access to benefits, transfer, leaves of absence, discipline, and termination. 

Xerces is committed to establishing and maintaining diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourages individuals of all ethnicities, abilities, genders, and cultural and religious backgrounds to apply.

Requirements
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:  
REQUIRED

• Experience managing large biological or natural resources data sets, including historical or time-series data.

1. Application of Federal Geographic Data Committee, Darwin Core, or other data or database metadata standards.
2. Proficiency with Microsoft Access and Excel, including database design and queries.
3. Development and maintenance of metadata structure and content.

• Intermediate to advanced GIS experience, including ability to create and manipulate raster, geodatabase, and feature datasets, as well as create high quality maps and other visual products.
• Experience using ESRI ArcGIS products (ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online), Apps (Survey123, Collector, Dashboards), extensions (Spatial Analyst, Geostatistical Analyst, 3D Analyst, Web Publisher) and tools (Model Builder, R-ARCGIS).
• Experience developing user-friendly procedures and guidelines for data management and supporting GIS field users.
• Conservation biology background and/or understanding of conservation biology issues.
• Experience working with diverse partners and audiences to share, develop, and collaborate on data management projects.
• Excellent interpersonal and project management skills, including the ability to identify and understand the data management needs of multiple Xerces staff and come up with a cohesive data management strategy for the organization.
• Proven ability to communicate technical information to a wide variety of audiences, from land managers and policy makers to other researchers and the public.
• Understanding of data use policies and ethics.
• Strong communication and writing skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage time and diverse activities under tight deadlines, while delivering high quality results. 
• Ability to develop work plans and work independently on assigned tasks. 
• Takes initiative in identifying problems and designing novel solutions.

PREFERRED

• Understanding of quantitative and computational methods to analyze data, including the use of spatial statistics, data modeling, and analysis to identify patterns.
• Scripting proficiency (e.g. Python, R, JavaScript, Visual Basic, SQL/PostgreSQL).
• Graphic design skills and proven experience designing visually appealing infographics, tables, charts, etc. to help communicate conservation stories, track program metrics.
• Experience and skill in working with diverse teams and constituents in a respectful, equitable, and inclusive manner
• Cross-cultural, multicultural, and/or multilingual skills, background, or experience.
• Experience using data gathering tools in field settings: tablets, GPS, cellular mobile devices.
• Experience with managing data privacy and information security.

QUALIFICATIONS: 
REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS / Geospatial Science, Ecology, Biology, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology or related field, or demonstrated truly equivalent knowledge, skills, and experience.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience, or demonstrated truly equivalent knowledge and skills, working with databases and GIS in data management and analysis.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Able to work in a stationary position for periods of 2-8 hours, with reasonable breaks and/or reasonable accommodations.

DOGAMI has done a major overhaul of their lidar viewer.  They also added more lidar data to the services.  And in an effort to clean up and organize, they have moved all lidar related services to this directory:
 
https://gis.dogami.oregon.gov/arcgis/rest/services/lidar
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Gas Technical Specialist
​Walnut Creek, CA, US, 94598
Requisition ID # 30725 

Job Category : Maintenance / Construction / Operations 
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Business Unit: Gas Operations
Job Location : Walnut Creek
 
 Department Overview
Gas Operations is focused on ensuring the safe and reliable flow of natural gas to our customers. Gas Operations is responsible for all aspects of PG&E's gas distribution and transmission operations, including planning, engineering, maintenance and construction, restoration and emergency response.
 
Position Summary
 Provide GIS and database support for the Gas Operations and Asset Knowledge Management teams.
 
Responsibilities

• Provide user support with GIS tools / functionality
• Provide GIS support and data integration.
• Develop and perform data gathering, data integration and quality control procedures for geospatial data, interface with data source systems to resolve issues
• Gather, integrate, and convert data from various sources into ArcGIS databases
• Continually identify opportunities for improvement in the way work is done, share expertise and lessons learned
• Demonstrate by personal action a 100% commitment to employee and public safety.
• Assess and coordinate GIS software and hardware needs of the department, evaluate new GIS software and databases
• Support enterprise GIS data modeling and data capture initiatives as well as software functionality review.
• Support the preparation of annual reports to FERC, (Federal Energy Regulatory Commission), SEC (Security and Exchange Commission), OPS (Office of Pipeline Safety) and CPUC (California Public Utilities Commission).
• Work collaboratively with other work groups and vendors, troubleshoot issues, produce technical communication
• Create and update metadata and catalog GIS layers, including documenting work flow procedures for staff using GIS, both in the office and in the field.
• Develop and refresh GIS data for PG&E’s external GIS web sites and public outreach programs
• Respond to requests for GIS queries or maps for special projects.

 
Qualifications
Minimum

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience
• Experience with GIS-Geographic Information Systems, 3 years

Desired

• Bachelor’s Degree or 4 years of equivalent experience
• 1 year of Experience with ArcFM or PODS
• Utility industry experience, electric or gas, or other job-related
• Participant in project work of moderate complexity
• Demonstrated knowledge of safety guidelines and precautions, and the ability to identify and avoid unnecessary safety risks
• Demonstrated knowledge of database, software, and information systems
• Basic knowledge of relevant programming languages
• Basic competency in knowing the most effective and efficient requirements to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
• Demonstrated competency in applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization goals
• Demonstrated competency in making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems
• Demonstrated competency in building partnerships and working collaboratively with stakeholder to meet shared objectives
• Basic competency in mentoring teammates to meet both their career goals and the organization goals
• Demonstrated competency to uphold the letter and spirit of safety culture and continuous improvement
• Demonstrated competency in soft skills with customers including change management

PSU & PCC GIS CLUB HANG SESH!

Are you interested in getting involved in the PSU or PCC GIS Club? Already involved and just wanna hang out? Just like beverages, snacks and cool people? If yes, come on down to the Belmont Fermatorium on 600 SE Belmont Street Portland, Oregon 97214 on Friday, Feb 21st. We will be hanging from 5:30pm – 8:30pm.

All are welcome! This will be a great opportunity to network and meet folks who are learning GIS/ are in the GIS community in a casual, low pressure environment. We hope to see you there!

Where:
Belmont Fermatorium
600 SE Belmont Street Portland, Oregon 97214

When:
Friday, Feb 21st
5:30pm – 8:30pm

​Why??
Because it’s time to hang!

HNTB has a job opening for a GIS team leader in Bellevue, WA. For anyone who may be interested, please check our web site.
https://hntb.jobs/bellevue-wa/gis-team-leader/12258BA346ED4093AB023783CF662587/job/

​This position is responsible for the successful development and delivery of GIS projects through supervising and managing a project team and providing GIS services to external and/or internal clients. We are looking for an individual who has strong communication skills, possess the ability to thrive working independently in project offices, has extensive technical data management and analyst skills using ArcGIS software, and experience in GIS web and application development.

​Primary Focus Will Include:

• Lead and manage GIS tasks for large multi-year projects for multiple design offices in Washington
• Work with the design office to identify and implement value added services to the client
• Supervise staff, including training, prioritizing, assigning, and reviewing work
• Conduct spatial analysis and prepare exhibits using ESRI software (i.e. ArcMap, ArcPro)
• Develop spatial analysis models using ModelBuilder, Python, or other GIS scripting language
• Develop GIS applications using ESRI Web App Builder, Collector, Survey 123 within ArcGIS online platform.
• Provide input into the business development process, such as defining proposed milestones, estimating work, documenting understanding of need and process to fulfill need.
• Help develop standards for map production and data management and tools to create a robust GIS solution for the design office
• Discuss and demonstrate GIS and geospatial technology at client and internal meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned.

​Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience in managing a GIS team for a consulting firm
• Proficiency with ArcPro and ArcGIS Online
• Experience with converting Microstation files into a GIS format
• Being able to identify clients' needs and clearly communicate expectations and solutions internally and externally
• Ability to organize, estimate, and clearly communicate GIS-related tasks and schedules.

What You'll Need
Essential Responsibilities:

• Participates in mentoring, development, and evaluation of staff; provides guidance and training to staff.
• Viewed as an expert resource, provides technical guidance to others.
• Provides input in marketing strategies, including capabilities within the team, processes and methodologies used, etc.
• Provides project coordination along with PM on projects with GIS needs, including assigning workloads, estimating hours, defining milestones and quality assurance.
• Creates final media projects including CD-ROMs, hardcopy maps, and documentation.
• Develops key relationships with industry sector leaders within the company.
• Investigates and learns new technologies, especially in the GIS industry.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Geography, Planning or other related field
• 6 years experience using ESRI, Intergraph, or Bentley software products

About Us
For more than a century, HNTB has helped deliver infrastructure solutions that best meet the unique needs of our clients. With client relationships spanning decades, we understand infrastructure life cycles and have the perspective to solve technical challenges with clarity and imagination. We are far more than a design firm. We see and help address far-reaching issues of financing, legislation, design, construction, community outreach and ongoing operations. As employee-owners committed to the highest levels of performance, we enable clients to achieve their goals and inspiring visions.

Just like we are committed to delivering for our clients, HNTB is also committed to delivering for you by offering benefits to protect the health of you and your family, help you balance family and career, and build your savings for retirement. Learn more at https://www.myhntbtotalrewards.com/en/public/
HNTB Corporation is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.

The HNTB Companies are an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, citizenship status, or other status protected by law. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law). We will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individual with a disability where appropriate.

Work Authorization
Applicants for U.S. based positions with HNTB Corporation must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is typically not available for entry level positions.

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/2691127/it-data
Protecting people is our passion. At the Washington Military Department, we combine our unique talents to create safer communities and ensure our neighbors and loved ones can recover from whatever emergency might arise. Our agency unites civilian employees with members of the Washington National Guard, creating a team that is deeply committed to public service. We go home at night knowing that our day-to-day work supports activities that truly make a difference. Whether that's partnering with our communities to prepare for a disaster, leading an emergency response, hiring top-notch talent or supporting at-risk kids at our Washington Youth Academy - the Washington Military Department seeks to safeguard our way of life and those that call Washington home.

In addition to job fulfillment, the Washington Military Department offers an excellent benefits package which includes exceptional health care coverage, a retirement savings plan and job training opportunities.

This position works as directed by the Deputy Chief Information Office as part of a three-person team within the Applications & Development unit of the agency's Information Technology Division. The unit's primary focus and responsibility is to support and manage Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for the agency, customer support, project management, and creation of Geographical Information overlays and data used in its analysis.

Duties
This position's primary responsibility is to provide GIS analysis support to the Construction and Facilities Management Office (CFMO) Environmental Section where it receives additional leadership and guidance from the Environmental Program's Supervisor.

Data Management -

• Gathers, enters, maintains, retrieves, analyzes, and extracts data.

Analyze Data -

• Utilize Python scripting tools to analyze data for errors prior to upload into agency geospatial databases from remote sensing devices. Troubleshoot script to determine issues and make corrections to the database and/or python script.
• Review, analyze, and produce data extracts of environmental data for yearly updates.

Extract Data -

• Extract and perform translation of enterprise geospatial database schema to produce Data Dictionary Files for GPS data collector systems for site assessments and field data collection.
• Utilize Python scripting language process and procedures to perform Extract, Translate, and Load (ETL) of Computer Aided Design (CAD) data into enterprise geospatial database systems.

Enter, Edit, Maintain, and Retrieve Data -

• Design, apply, and support data retrieval processes to incorporate GIS or CAD data from many sources for inclusion into agency geospatial database systems.
• Create GPS data dictionaries, and pertinent information from GPS collection projects to enforce data integrity and compatibility for existing data schema and format.

Gather Data -

• Perform site data collection and verification on facilities, road, utilities and property to verify or generate data and/or maps.
• Employ Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) survey equipment and remote sensing devices to confirm, gather, update, and ground truth environmental field data repositories.

Design, Create, Support and Document Data Structures and routines -

• Design, create, support, and document ETL data structures and routines to support both electronic and manual drawing filing, storage and retrieval systems. Create environmental database structures to steward and integrate the environmental program data.

Application Development -

• Design and program Environmental data specific web maps, reports and spatial analysis; change existing application maps to reflect changes, incorporate other sources of data, data updates supplying support for web-based mapping applications.
• Design and support maps; produce revisions of maps using field reports, engineer plans and plats, aerial photographs, U.S.G.S quadrangles, coast and geodetic charts and other reliable sources.
• Utilize Geographic Information System specific tool sets to support, change, or update application system sheets to support current and future web format maps.

Qualifications
REQUIRED
Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Systems, geography, geographic information systems, remote sensing, land surveying, natural resources or closely related field that includes at least nine credit hours in GIS.
OR
An Associate's degree in Geographic Information System AND two years of experience in Geographic Information Systems software, cartographic principles, coordinate system transformations, and/or Data Interoperability or similar toolset.
OR
Four years of experience working in GIS in an environmental field.

DESIRED
Experience:

• Two years of experience using high accuracy Global Positioning Systems.
• Field data collection
• Working with Arc Server / SDE v10.xx
• Working with Arc Desktop v10.xx
• Working with Arc Pro v2.3 or higher
• Working with AGOL Web GIS
• Working with Trimble based survey equipment or similar

Knowledge of:

• Technical drawing computer programs such as Visio and AutoCAD.

Skills & Abilities to:

• Create and maintain GIS and Computer Aided Design software.
• Use and develop GIS and map development systems and layering.

Compensation: Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Background Investigation: Must successfully complete the appropriate background checks required for employment and to obtain/maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Common Access Card (CAC) required to access DoD computer systems. Must be willing to sign releases of information and shall not have access to any investigative materials and files. The processing of background checks can take up to six months post-employment. Failure to successfully pass a background check may be cause for termination.
• Union Shop Provision: This position is covered by a union shop provision - Washington Federation of State Employees.
• Driver's License: If selected for the position, must maintain and/or obtain a valid State of Washington driver's license prior to the date hired and be qualified to drive a state vehicle as required to accomplish program requirements.
• Military Facility: Willingness to work on a Military Controlled Access Installation.
• Work Hours: Tuesday through Friday for a 4/10 schedule, or Monday through Friday for a 5/8 schedule. Actual hours will start no earlier than 6:00am and end no later than 6:00pm, and will include core business hours of 8:00am to 4:00pm.
• Emergency Assignment: Upon activation of the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) or Joint Field Office (JFO), incumbent may be required to work in an alternate location with rotating shifts, including weekends and evenings, in a highly stressful and fast-paced environment.
• Travel: Occasional statewide travel may be required up to 10% to include overnight stays.

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/puyallup/jobs/2708974/gis-coord
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The City of Puyallup is accepting applications for a GIS Coordinator position. The priority application date is February 18, 2020. The job posting may close upon receipt of a qualified applicant pool.

General Job Duties:
Employees in this specialized classification perform technical geographic information system work for the City under the general direction of the Information Technology Department Head. The incumbent will obtain, develop and verify accuracy of data for GIS use; coordinate GIS data management and GIS data and mapping standards within the City; serve as point of contact between Pierce County GIS and the City; and serve as the City lead for the creation of standard and custom base maps, overlays, and thematic maps. He/she will work independently to apply established guidelines and alternatives to make standard judgments and decisions. Work involves working cooperatively with City staff and the public to create unique, customized, digital presentation maps and exhibits.

About Our City:
The City of Puyallup is situated at the foot of Mount Rainier, just east of Tacoma and about 45 minutes south of Seattle. The city has gained prominence as a regional commercial and service center for Pierce County and continues to serve its residents and neighbors with a strong, diversified economy. With a population of approximately 41,000, the city and surrounding area offer an array of recreational and community events that make Puyallup a vibrant place to live, work and play.

Essential Functions

• Create, input, edit and rectify GIS spatial and attribute data according to city and ESRI industry standards;
• Prepare and maintain records and documentation related to geodatabase development and applications;
• Maintain map gallery in collaboration with GIS users and city staff;
• Produce and maintain a variety of base and specialty map products for the City and the public using ArcGIS software; convert AutoCAD layers to the City's GIS database;
• Update, maintain and organize information in the City's geographic information system; retrieve, check and distribute surveying information as needed;
• Assist departments and divisions in defining, prioritizing, developing and implementing GIS related projects including creation of geodatabases and maps;
• Provide technical guidance, training and support to assist users, departmental staff City-wide and other agency departments on GIS systems, applications and procedures; act in technical and procedural capacity on behalf of the GIS Users Committee;
• Provide technical guidance and support to assist users with GIS data requests made by the public and consultants regarding the City's GIS databases;
• Maintain data on the City's website for public use, assist with GIS related public disclosure requests and provide assistance to the public at the counter;
• Serve as City's primary GIS contact and liaison to Pierce County GIS, performing all associated duties; maintain copies of Pierce County documents for the City's GIS users;
• Perform all related GIS and mapping functions as necessary to accommodate City of Puyallup GIS and IT goals;
• Responsible for Emergency Operations Center GIS workstation including software updates, data updates and staff training;
• Interview, hire, mentor, and supervise GIS interns; may supervise other technical support staff;
• Attend and participate in professional organizations; stay current of new trends and innovations in the GIS field;
• Perform all other duties as assigned by IT Department Head; and
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Knowledge of:

• Cartographic principles and design including digitizing data;
• Principles and practices of GIS theory, data development, implementation and maintenance of GIS systems;
• Reading and interpreting maps, property legal descriptions, lot survey field notes and a variety of other planning documents;
• Proficient operation of database, spreadsheet and word processing software;
• ESRI Enterprise and its suite of products;
• ArcGIS Desktop software; and
• Basic knowledge of SQL Database query and SSRS reporting.

Ability to:

• Efficiently plan and organize work, and document workflows and processes;
• Understand and apply cartographic principals and design including digitizing data with accuracy and control;
• Conduct research and data collection of GIS data and keep base maps up to date;
• Prepare displays and exhibits for meetings and events using aerial photos, computer generated text, ArcGIS and other techniques;
• Analyze GIS-related software, research and recommend GIS related software to meet the needs of the City;
• Communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing;
• Provide strong customer service, interacting with the public in a courteous and tactful manner;
• Exercise good judgment in determining when issues require involvement of supervisor;
• Supervise, plan, direct and evaluate the work of subordinates;
• Work under pressure and meet established deadlines;
• Establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of work;
• Safely operate motor vehicle when attending meetings and work sites; and
• Maintain regular, reliable and punctual attendance.

Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in GIS, Planning, Geography, Environmental Studies, Engineering (or related) and two years of GIS work experience; or an Associate's degree plus certification from a GIS program and four years of GIS work experience; or a combination of education, experience, and training that indicates the ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position listed above.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Possession of or the ability to obtain, and maintain throughout employment, a valid Washington State driver's license.

Physical Characteristics and Work Environment
Constant use of sight, hearing and speech abilities necessary to perform essential functions and to communicate with others; constant fine finger manipulation and use of hands and arms in reaching, handling, grasping while operating computers, preparing written documentation. Frequent extended sitting, bending/twisting at waist, knees, neck while working at desk; frequent standing in combination with walking; occasional lifting, carrying up to 25 pound file boxes and materials; occasional pushing, pulling force up to 15 pounds in moving materials. Requires mental acuity, analysis of situations in a fast-paced environment; work is primarily performed in an office environment with low noise levels, with occasional field site visits.

GENERAL INFORMATION
Essential Functions – The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge, skills and abilities typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or to balance the workload.

Hours of Work – Normal work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with one (1) hour lunch. Occasional meetings may be scheduled outside normal business hours.

Union Affiliation – This position is a non-represented position.
Equal Employment Opportunity – The City of Puyallup is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, veteran's status or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.

Background - The City of Puyallup will need to obtain the proper background and criminal history information pursuant to RCW 43.43.830/832 for positions where the employee will or may have unsupervised access to children, developmentally delayed persons or vulnerable adults.

Disability – In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, disability will be considered only in the context of an applicant's ability to perform essential functions of the job and to determine reasonable accommodation. Accommodation to participate in the job application and/or selection process for employment will be made upon request with reasonable notice. Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information. The physical demands described in this job announcement 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 functions.

Identification – Applicants who are offered employment with the City are required to provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States within three days of date of hire, as required by the 1986 Federal Immigration Reform and Control Act. A list of acceptable documents verifying identity and authorization to work will be provided to those who are offered employment.

Drug-Free Workplace –The City of Puyallup is a drug-free, tobacco-free workplace.

Note – The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.