GIS Technician

Under general supervision, performs technical level work involving the development and maintenance of geospatial data, spatial analyses, cartography, and web mapping configuration utilizing Geographic Information Systems (GIS).An employee in this class is responsible for the successful creation, maintenance and update of complex database information and support of GIS projects and initiatives throughout the Town. The primary function of this position is to perform highly skilled technical duties to create, maintain and update GIS databases pertaining to assets within both the Public Works and Utilities departments, such as, but not limited to, assets related to facilities, parks, reclaimed water, roads, sanitary sewer, stormwater, and potable water.  Duties include field data collection, geoprocessing, map production, documentation, automating repetitive tasks, sharing maps, data and tools as services, and establishing and implementing standards and procedures for database management.  The employee is expected to exercise considerable initiative, independent judgment, and discretion when performing assigned tasks.  Work is of above average difficulty and requires that the employee have some previous knowledge of data gathering and analysis methods, knowledge of advanced computer applications in GIS, and some knowledge of as-built drawings.   Direction is received from the Town’s GIS Manager, who shall periodically review work in progress and ensure productivity through conferences, reviews, and analysis of maps, data and other related files.

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in geography, GIS, information systems, computer science, or closely related field.
• At least two (2) years experience in GIS and Drafting.
• Must possess and maintain a valid class “E”, State of Florida Driver’s License.

• Additional related work experience or advanced course work in GIS may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
• School transcripts must be uploaded with completed application.

• Local government. 
• Knowledge of current GIS technologies and products including, but not limited to, the Esri framework of products, GPS data collection, geodatabase design and management, geoprocessing, web mapping applications, data visualization.
• Knowledge of enterprise asset management solutions

• Develops and implements standards for data input and maintenance, map production, field data collection, and metadata creation.
• Assists with the development of GIS applications and models that enable spatial data analysis and queries and; develops tools and programs to automate routine GIS related tasks.
• Creates, maintains and updates spatial and tabular data associated with the Town’s GIS databases using Esri ArcGIS Desktop software.
• Updates and creates GIS maps in response to requests from various departments.
• Utilizes Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment and related Esri GPS software to collect, edit and update geographic coordinates and attributes of assets and other features in the field.
• Assigns addresses to parcels, buildings, units and other features within the Town in accordance with addressing guidelines.
• Collects data from a variety of public and private sources.
• Maintains awareness of project status; prepares and submits status reports.
• Performs basic to intermediate GIS analysis functions and creates maps and reports to communicate results.
• Prepares and interprets electronic and hard copy drawings, surveys, field notes, source documents, and other spatial data for GIS conversion.
• Performs quality control of all data, which includes spatial alignment, attribute checks, topology validation, and other quality control measures to ensure accuracy.
• Performs GIS needs assessments, analyzes business needs, and assists with the development and update of GIS plans.
• Researches, evaluates and recommends computer hardware and software for GIS applications.
• Develops maps, data and geoprocessing tools for internal and external facing Web-based mapping systems and configures related Web mapping applications.
• Installs GIS and related software for desktop, server, web and mobile applications, troubleshoots issues, and works with technical support as necessary to resolve issues.
• Documents work and creates metadata.
• Provides training and support for users.
• Possesses and exhibits a strong customer service orientation.
• Interacts and communicates with a variety of groups and individuals including IT Department personnel, contractors, personnel from other departments, and the public.
• Provides GIS support for the Field Operations Center (FOC) during emergency event activations, exercises, and follow-up periods.
• Operates a variety of office and specialized equipment in the performance of job tasks, including computers and peripherals such as plotters, printers and scanners.
• Performs related work as required.