GIS Analyst w/ City of Troutdale

The City of Troutdale, Oregon is currently seeking applicants for the position of:

GIS Analyst
Application Deadline: March 18, 2015
Compensation: $25.65 to $29.68 (DOE)

General Description: 
Perform a variety of technical tasks related to geographic information systems, cartography, technical drawing and information technology. Design, integrate, manage and maintain a complete City GIS. Produce custom maps, exhibits and datasets from GIS and related tools. In collaboration with the City's Information Services Division, integrate and maintain GIS hardware and software on desktop, mobile and server computer systems within the Public Works Department to ensure their efficient functionality and compatibility with the City's local area network, mobile devices, network security and computer usage policies. Continuously research current GIS technologies and make recommendations with respect to the purchase and integration of new software and hardware. Provide technical support to City personnel related to GIS.

Qualifications: 
Knowledge of: 
 Geography, Cartography and/or Land Surveying
 Current GIS technology and processes; and GIS planning, design, integration and deployment 
 ArcGIS software family (desktop, server and online), Trimble mobile software and other mapping and GIS software
 HTML (or web-authoring applications) and Python programming environments
 Microsoft Access, SQL server and/or other enterprise database systems. 
 Geographic Positioning Systems and related remote sensing and data collection technologies
 GIS server, PC and mobile computing technology (Apple, Android and Trimble), including architecture, security, software and hardware installation, and maintenance.
 Basics of Microsoft Server operating system

Ability to: 
 Manage and maintain a complete GIS including software and hardware components
 Produce high-quality maps, exhibits, datasets and reports using GIS
 Perform geospatial analysis using GIS
 Integrate digital photography, LiDAR and other remote sensing data with GIS
 Quickly assimilate knowledge of new and existing digital technologies
 Manage multiple enterprise databases and links to external databases
 Install, configure and deploy a variety of server-based and client-based GIS software
 Communicate effectively orally, graphically (maps and exhibits) and in writing.

Required Education and Experience: 
Bachelor's Degree in Geography, Cartography, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Urban Planning or other closely related field(s). Must have at least three years of professional work experience in Geographic Information Systems development, programming, map production, project management and/or closely related functions; or any satisfactory combination of experience and formal education that demonstrates the ability to perform the above duties.
Preferred: Prior experience in the Public Sector.

Special Requirements: 
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Please see the complete GIS Analyst job announcement at www.troutdale.info for full details regarding the essential job functions and required qualifications associated with this position.

To apply for this position: 
1) Pick up an application packet (8 am -- 5 pm, M-F) from the Receptionist at Troutdale City Hall, 
219 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy., Troutdale, OR 97060, or
2) Download the application packet from the City's Web Page at www.troutdale.info/employment and submit as indicated, or
3) Request an application packet be mailed to you by calling the Receptionist at 503-665-5175

To submit applications materials for this position: 

Mail or deliver application materials to: 
Human Resources
City of Troutdale
219 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy.
Troutdale, OR 97060

Fax application materials to:
Human Resources
503.208.7103

Email application materials to:
[email protected]

The City of Troutdale is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.

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