GIS Tech I

Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Lebanon. Applicants must use their own personal email address when applying. If you are using someone else's email address, your application will be rejected. A completed application is required for your application to be considered and reviewed by the hiring manager. Do not leave blanks and do not skip the application questionnaire. Please ensure you are filling out your full employment history as well.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under immediate supervision, is responsible for Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping work and/or Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) data processing work of routine difficulty and performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain GIS utilities data by acquiring necessary data, inputting information, checking data integrity, and logging the status of all data received.
• Perform data collection, inspections, and field assignments.
• Uploads collected data into city databases using various electronic media.
• Maintains fluency in GIS software.
• Perform in a team environment as well as independently with minimal supervision.
• Represent the City in a professional manner.
• Checks own work for accuracy and completeness.
• Compiles Geographic Data from a variety of sources including engineering as-builts, field observations, aerial photographs and existing maps.
• Learns to create/revise maps and reports using geospatial data and GIS software according to cartographic design principles.
• Operates GIS hardware, plotters, and printers.
• Provides support to both internal and external users for GIS applications, hardware, software and databases, including permitting and asset management software.
• Responds to inquiries from the public and distributes data to internal and external customers as needed.
• Regular, on-time attendance and dependable performance are essential requirements for this role.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to both clearly understand and communicate instruction both oral and written.
• Complex problem-solving/critical thinking ability.
• Ability to apply geo-processing tools for problem solving in a GIS.
• Ability to Create effective maps through the use of cartographic skills.
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word and CIMS.
• Ability to write reports.
• Knowledge of geospatial software to support desktop GIS Functions.
• Knowledge of GIS Data structures and file formats.
• Knowledge of computers and electronics.
• Knowledge of cartographic principles and effective map design.
• Knowledge of spatial analysis to support effective decision making.
• Knowledge of map projections and coordinate systems.
• Knowledge of media communications.
• Knowledge of Global Positioning Systems (GPS).
• Ability to develop an effective working relationship with the public and other employees.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of employees, customers, and the public.

EDUCATION

HS Diploma or G.E.D. is required. Successful completion of at least two years of course work (i.e., 48 semester hours) from an accredited college or university, including at least 8 hours in geographic coursework.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of two years in one or a combination of the following:

1)Any geographical measurement work including, but not limited to computer aided drafting design, software applications development for GIS, or the creation of maps or related reports using GIS,

OR

2) Any information systems work including, but not limited to computer programming, database administration, or information systems analysis.

OR

3) Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

DRIVER LICENSE

Valid Tennessee driver's license and clear driving record are required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORK ENVIROMENT, AND RESONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is also required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, and to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. Visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of motor vehicles, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work and observing general surroundings and activities. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds or more.

Hardware used, scanner, copier, fax machine, large document plotter, GPS data collector, and computer. Software used Microsoft Office. ESRI ArcGIS, AutoDesk Products, Trimble Geo 7x and any extensions to these basic programs. Duties are performed in the office environment and outdoors which requires ability to move about construction sites. Employee will work outside and may be exposed weather conditions such as sun and/or humid conditions. Noise level is usually moderate. Attendance at council meetings, work sessions, other meetings outside of normal business hours, travel between city offices or job sites will be required from time to time. Must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed for cemetery duties. May be subject to call back when covering vacations or other absences for Cemetery Administrator.

It shall be the responsibility of the City of Lebanon Executive Director of Planning and Engineering to assess the type(s) of reasonable accommodations which may be necessary to allow the individual to perform the essential functions of this role and to provide such necessary reasonable accommodations to a qualified individual with a disability, provided that nothing herein shall be construed to require the provision of reasonable accommodations if doing so will impose an undue hardship on the employing agency or a direct threat to the safety of himself/herself or others.