GIS Specialist w/ County of Siskiyou (CA)

COUNTY OF SISKIYOU
invites applications for the position of:
 
GIS Specialist
 
SALARY:             
$47,486.40 - $57,782.40 Annually
OPENING DATE: 01/17/19
CLOSING DATE: 02/03/19 11:59 PM
DESCRIPTION:
 
DEFINITION
Under general direction, to perform a variety of difficult and complex technical work related to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and the development, revision and customization of maps on a computerized mapping system; to provide public assistance in explaining and interpreting maps and property descriptions; to prepare specialized reports for County and other governmental agencies showing relationships between departmental and other data bases; and to do related work as required.
 
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a specialized Geographic Information Systems Specialist classification.  The incumbent has responsibility for the computerized mapping system and G.I.S. data base in various County departments.  In addition, a variety of skilled drafting or mapping work is performed.  This class is distinguished from the Cadastral Mapping class series by having day-to-day responsibility for a complex computerized mapping system and equipment and the G.I.S. database. 
 
REPORTS TO
A  variety of County supervisory or management positions depending upon the department or program area where assigned.
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Has day-to-day responsibility for the County=s computerized mapping system and equipment; operates and maintains the G.I.S. database system; creates, updates or customizes specialized departmental maps, using the G.I.S. database and related information; computes acreage and land descriptions to accurate scale in the revision, correction, and maintenance of official maps and plats; generates maps to meet the needs of the public and various County departments; associates Assessor parcel attributes with geographical images; maintains  County mapping systems, may perform skilled drafting work in preparing and maintaining maps, drawings,  tracings,  and title sheets; represent both department and County on related committees.
 
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
 
Two years of previous experience in working computerized mapping equipment and software, including experience in performing skilled drafting work and using GPS systems to create necessary spatial data.  
 
Advanced educational training in mathematical subjects such as geometry, advanced algebra, trigonometry, and completion of pre-engineering courses is highly desirable. 
 
For more information and to apply:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/siskiyouca/jobs/2326263/gis-specialist
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