GIS Tech w/ Eugene Parks & Open Space Division (Eugene, OR)

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/eugene/jobs/2235728/geographic-information-technician-2

Provides Geographical Information System (GIS) technical support and assistance to the Parks and Open Space Division with a primary focus on data development and maintenance, analysis and map production activities, including GIS and database quality assurance. Provides GIS assistance to staff and the public by producing maps and related data representation.
 
Application Deadline: Wednesday, November 7, 2018, 5:00 p.m. 
Accepting on-line applications only.

Examples of Duties Performed - Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Create, maintain and analyze data and maps for Parks and Open Space Staff, the general public, and special projects as assigned.
• Assists in the creation and maintenance of Parks and Open Space GIS layers and metadata in Multiuser Geodatabases and for use in ArcGIS Online.
• Develops and maintains Geographic Information System (GIS) layers related to Parks and Open Space assets and infrastructure, parcel, right-of-ways, easements and City property, capital projects, and other municipal operations.
• Uses Cartographic/Graphic Design Principles for print and/or digital map and/or images.
• Interprets maps and aerial photography.
• Interprets and extracts data from a variety of sources (online, regional server)
• Converts data into GIS acceptable formats and integrates  data from different formats into GIS utility.
• Assists with development and maintenance of GIS mapping applications.
• Assists with moving and displaying data between AutoCAD and GIS.
• Prepares data representation in map or tabular format for posters and/or reports.
• Applies GIS procedures such as geocoding addresses, basic calculations (acreage, square footage), data analysis, spatial analysis, 3D representation, metadata creation, and procedural documentation, creation, and editing of GIS data files.
• Supports and guides other GIS users; provides training to co-workers, and assists with formal GIS training  in the use of GIS software programs such as ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS online, ArcGIS Web Applications, GIS mobile data collection software and customized applications.
• Assists City departments and divisions with GIS analysis and map production needs, including evaluation of data sources and development procedures, and the preparation of custom maps and graphs, and applications.
• Participates on regional and departmental teams involved in researching and planning improvements to GIS data layers and refinement of procedures and applications.
• Coordinates with local government agencies to ensure that timing and methods used to develop and update shared data are appropriate.
• Documents GIS data development and maintenance procedures.
• Conducts periodic and ad hoc quality assurance reviews of GIS layers and databases.
• Participates with supervisor and team members to coordinate, prioritize and address workloads, procedures, technical issues, schedules, and other job-related activities.
• Actively supports and respects diversity in the workplace.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

QualificationsKnowledge of:

• GIS principles, practices, and applications. GIS data entry and editing practices.
• Basic cartographic concepts.
• Computer data organization and file integrity controls.

Ability to:

• Use the following mapping software: ESRI ArcGIS Desktop, ArcCatalog, ArcScene (3d Mapping Application), Adobe Illustrator, ESRI ArcGIS Online, and Customized ESRI ArcMap (GeoDart).
• Use Microsoft Office (Word, Access, Excel, Powerpoint) and Adobe Acrobat Reader/Professional,
• Convert and display data and layers between GIS and AutoCAD.
• Operate a variety of office equipment, including printers, plotters, scanners, and reproduction machines.
• Perform computer-based, repetitive processes over long periods of time, while maintain high level of accuracy in an office environment.
• Maintain detailed and specialized files and record-keeping systems.
• Interpret and apply City procedures in making work decisions or in providing information to others.
• Read and interpret legal property descriptions and other technical data.
• Operate personal computer and use word processing, spreadsheet, and email software.
• Prioritize projects and work quickly, accurately, and thoroughly with close attention to detail to meet deadlines.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with supervisors, peers, City staff, employees, and the public.
• Understand and follow oral and written policies, procedures, and instructions.
• Understand automated tools and their capabilities.

Minimum Qualifications
Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the job.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience
Two years of technical experience in GIS systems.

Training
Equivalent to an Associate Degree in GIS, geography, cartography and/or computer programming.