GIS Specialist - Bowling Green - Barren River Area Development District

Description

About the Job
Geographic Information System (GIS) Specialist:
Class Characteristics: Under general direction, this position serves to support efforts relating to maintaining the organization's geographic information system (GIS) and global positioning system (GPS) equipment; maintains computerized regional databases using GIS; edits and provides regional and local maps; performs related duties as required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Technical Assistance:

• Provides technical assistance to all local entities, including cities, counties, utility boards, industry, businesses, and individuals concerning GIS and GPS information/utilization.
• Provides technical support for several GIS projects using ESRI's ArcGIS Suite including ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Pro, Esri Field Maps, as well as other related GIS Software.
• Assists in analyzing geospatial data and preparing maps and reports.
• Provides computer graphics, software services, and support for making maps, flyers, brochures, invitations, and other documents produced in-house.

Project Development & Administration:

• Initiates, guides, and advances with community development and community enhancement initiatives/projects that further develop the region's quality of life goals for sustainable growth.
• Responsible for project documentation and quality control as well as digital data archives for GIS projects.
• Participates in field data acquisition and development.
• Oversees implementation of local GIS contracts as assigned (could include centerline work; e911 contracts, water/wastewater mapping, road enhancement projects, etc.).

Public Relations:

• Maintains regular contact with local government officials and administrative agencies.
• Conducts periodic public meetings required to comply with project requirements, to provide general public education on issues, and/or to explain public policy in controversial situations.
• Attends and presents information to Fiscal Court, City Council, statewide planning meetings, and other pertinent meetings as requested.
• Provides information and technical assistance to developers & stakeholders.

Training & Development:

• Attends and participates in seminars, conferences, and workshops to remain current on GIS, GPS, computing technologies, and community and economic development trends.
• Helps coordinate and support the work of department interns engaged in GIS and data-driven planning projects.

Research:

• Employ and document spatial analysis techniques for the exploration of relationships between map features/datasets.
• Research and document processes associated with new GIS project development.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Training and Experience: Bachelor's degree in GIS, Engineering, City and Regional Planning Geography, Public Administration, Business Administration, Planning, or a related field. Previous experience with GIS is requested but not required. If required by agency, the employee will be licensed or certified.
Special Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge:

• Knowledge of ESRI's ArcGIS Platform and associated tools.
• Knowledge of database manipulation as it relates to GIS.
• Knowledge related to large-format printing.
• Knowledge of basic cartographic skills.
• Familiarity with GPS Equipment and related software.
• Knowledge of local government operations, organization, functions, and problems.

Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills including presentation development and technical communication.
• Proficiency in the use of computers and other office equipment.
• Problem solving, reasoning, and organizational skills.
• Positive customer service attitude in all aspects of work.
• Must have a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential information. Position continually requires demonstrated poise, tact and diplomacy.

Abilities:

• Ability to quickly learn new software and explain its use to others.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle, prioritize, and organize multiple, competing tasks and demands and to seek supervisory assistance as appropriate.
• Must have strong attendance and punctuality traits.
• Must have strong organizational abilities and decision-making skills.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to initiate, organize, and manage programs; assess the effectiveness of outcomes and refine methods of service delivery as needed.
• Ability to systematically compile and interpret technical and statistical data.
• Must produce work that requires accuracy with few errors.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public officials, employees, and the public with tact and diplomacy.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Very general instructions; must use own judgement most of the time.
• This position requires travel and off site work; valid driver's license and insurance required. Irregular hours may be required of this position.
• Must be able to occasionally attend evening and weekend meetings and trainings.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Processes: Frequently required to refine existing work methods and develop new techniques, concepts, or programs within established limits or policies.
• Review of Work: Work may be reviewed through oral and written reports, or through spot checks by the supervisor of completed tasks.
• Analytical Requirements: Assignments involve decisions based on a wide knowledge of many factors where application of advanced or technical concepts is required.
• Decisions and Judgements: Problem solving and judgement is required when working with project planning; data development and analysis; preparing reports; attending and organizing meetings; and preparing goals, objectives, and strategies.
• Tools, Equipment, and Vehicles Used: Basic office equipment, GIS equipment, may be required to use personal vehicle if agency vehicle is already in-use/reserved. Use of agency vehicle should be prioritized above use of personal vehicle.
• Physical Demands: Work is typically performed indoors at a desk or table; must lift objects weighing in excess of 25 pounds; work is occasionally performed outdoors must operate a vehicle as a requirement of the job. Some exposure to fumes, chemicals, or toxic substance.
• Contacts: Frequent public and internal contacts requiring tact and diplomacy are requirements of the job.
• Confidential Information: Regular use of confidential information.
• Mental Effort: Heavy
• Interruptions: Frequent
• Special Licensing Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Overtime Provision: Non-Exempt.

BRADD Mission Statement:
The mission of the Barren River Area Development District is to preserve and advance the quality of life and economic well-being for all citizens of the BRADD through regional collaboration.