POSITION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision of the IT Manager, the incumbent is responsible for data creation and maintenance of cartographic documents and datasets in an Enterprise GIS System as well as fulfilling map and data requests from City departments. The incumbent is also responsible for performing spatial analysis, workflow design, scripting, and data automation. Other responsibilities include maintain data relationship in a GIS Centric Asset Management System, and providing GIS training and end user support to other City departments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establish procedures and standards for the creation and maintenance of geographically referenced datasets as required with periodic review of standards to meet changing needs and new technology. Plan, schedule, and perform work related to the production of reports, thematic maps, and other geographically related outputs, as required.
• Oversee the collection of raw data for input into GIS; perform data entry, data conversion, and data organization for entry into the system. Verify and/or collect field data; compile, digitize, rectify, and enter interdepartmental information into the GIS database. Manipulate and analyze data to generate reports, maps, and other technical documents.
• Design, deploy, and manage intuitive ArcGIS Web Apps and Web Maps, such as Survey 123 and QuickCapture, to support infrastructure, asset management, and field data collection.
• Provide information and mapping requests on drainage, water, sanitary sewer, streets, fire hydrants, and property to City staff, private companies, and other governmental agencies as required.
• Responsible for researching, designing, maintaining, and manipulating various datasets of significance to map production, geographic data analysis, and GIS based applications in all departments. Advise on compatibility issues with other software that may have a geographic component, as well as help maintain datasets necessary for the operation of GIS based applications or software in use by other departments.
• Create and develop database layers for the City utility infrastructure and other City-managed assets in GIS.
• Research and interpret engineering construction plans, plats, replats, legal metes and bounds descriptions and various mapped information; extract relevant information for entry; and analyze and perform quality checks on all GIS data.
• Provide technical assistance and support for GIS users, including troubleshooting, diagnostics, problem resolution, and general question response. Analyze user department requests and provide solutions to meet operational needs. Conduct end user training and develop end user documentation.
• Research changes in the GIS Industry and advise on hardware, software, and other advancements in order to maintain an efficient and cost-effective system.
• Interact with visitors, applicants, employees, and vendors and represent the City at various meetings, conferences, and professional organizations dealing with GIS related matted in a courteous and professional manner.
• Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is required.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with special and general administrative projects as assigned.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Strong working knowledge of geospatial concepts, analytical methods, and applied spatial analysis, as well as data modeling, technical documentation, and project management.
• Strong working knowledge working with different geospatial datasets in varying size and complexity; working with databases, designing data structures and organization schemes; data and system integration; and data and map preparation for use in reports and presentations.
• Intermediate knowledge of cartographic procedures and practices, computer graphic systems, database design, ArcGIS, and ESRI software products, platforms, and tools.
• Advanced working knowledge of ArcGIS Pro Modebuilder, ArcGIS Experience Builder, ArcGIS Field Maps, ArcGIS Arcade, Survey123, QuickCapture, and HTML required. Other programming knowledge preferred.
• Intermediate working knowledge of asset management systems.
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Word and MS Excel. Knowledge of or ability to learn and utilize Google Workspace.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to research, analyze, problem solve, prioritize, and multi-task effectively, and work successfully in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with high demands and short time constraints.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working and professional relationships with City and other public employees, public officials, contractors, consultants, vendors, and the general public.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical equations necessary to perform related analysis.
• Ability to operate various types of office equipment including copiers, scanners, fax machines, etc.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Geographic Information Systems, Environmental Science, Computer Science, or closely related field from an accredited college or university required.
• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in GIS required. Municipal or public utility GIS experience is preferred.
• A current GIS Professional (GISP) certification from the GIS Certification Institute (GISCI) is required.
• Must have and maintain a valid Texas Driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Must pass a pre-employment screening, background check (to include a CJIS background check) and employment eligibility verification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The essential functions of this position are performed in an indoor environment. Position requires frequent sitting, repetitive motions, lifting of negligible weights, fine dexterity and the ability to clearly see and hear. Occasional pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, carrying, lifting up to thirty (30) pounds and kneeling may be required for some duties. Ability to use various office equipment including computers, phones, fax machines, printers, copiers, mailers, etc.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT:

The City of Roanoke provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the City of Roanoke complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. 

The physical demands described in this document are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this jobs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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