GIS Project Coordinator – Information Systems Specialist 6
(ODOT17-0044oc)
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Announcement: ODOT17-0044oc
GIS Project Coordinator – Information Systems Specialist 6
Transportation Development Division – Transportation Data/GIS
Salem
The Transportation Development Division focuses on developing an efficient, safe transportation system that enhances Oregon’s economic competitiveness and livability.
ODOT is recruiting for a GIS project coordinator – information systems specialist 6. This position serves on the unit’s leadership team supporting agency GIS initiatives to develop and maintain geographic information system (GIS) data, tools, and products.
This person in this position:- Communicates with agency business lines and internal system owners to refine GIS project requests for developing project timeframes, scope and deliverables.
- Coordinates GIS project staff resourcing in collaboration with the GIS leadership team.
- Provides subject matter expertise in geospatial analysis methods and spatial database design.
- Coordinates collection, storage, integration, and documentation of geospatial data.
- Facilitates GIS web application development and data sharing.
- Conducts business analysis and needs assessments for the development of agency GIS software, spatial analysis and data reporting solutions.
- Evaluates commercial GIS software options to determine consistent enterprise integration.
- Coordinates GIS training development and delivery to agency staff.
We invite members of all diverse communities to join our workforce as we endeavor to best serve Oregonians from every background. ODOT values diversity and inclusion because they are good for Oregon. We believe that by welcoming differences, encouraging new ideas and views, listening to and learning from each other, and providing opportunities for professional enrichment we are better able to serve those around us. We thank you for considering this employment opportunity.
Additional Details:This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU/OPEU).
- Duties & Responsibilities
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- Partner with Information Systems Branch staff and various public agencies to analyze needs, developing and implementing GIS software solutions across a multi-agency environment.
- Develop GIS software and application support and ODOT’s GIS training program.
- Re-engineer business processes to address evolving analysis, research, and architecture needs.
- Address enterprise-wide system failures of GIS desktop and web applications.
- Design enterprise wide spatial data, metadata, and data sharing agreements.
- Develop and prepare formal training in the use of GIS software, applications, and spatial data.
- Manage GIS projects to ensure accuracy and delivery of plans and proposals, lead the full cycle of the GIS project.
- Coordinate the implementation of GIS solutions for ODOT and partner agencies.
- Test and analyze new software technology.
- Design and coordinate enterprise GIS software and database management systems.
- Guide data quality assurance/control analysis processes for spatial data.
- Analyze spatial data needs requirements of ODOT programs and commitments.
- Oversee development and updating of data dictionaries.
- Negotiate data sharing agreements.
- Develop metadata standards and monitor adherence.
- Qualifications, Required & Requested Skills
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Minimum Qualifications:
(a) Five (5) years of information systems experience in geographic information system.
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(b) An associate’s degree in computer science, information technology, or related field (such as computer science, geography, GIS, geology, planning, mathematics, social sciences, natural resources or a closely related spatial data analysis field), OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or related field; AND three (3) years of geographic information system experience.
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(c) A bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, or related field (such as those listed above) AND one (1) year of geographic information system experience.
Special Qualifications:
Driving is an essential function of this position. A valid driver license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position. We will conduct pre-employment driving records checks on our final candidate(s).
Preferred Attributes: We may show preference to candidates whose application materials demonstrate the following. How well you demonstrate these attributes along with your responses to our supplemental questions will be used to determine whether we invite you to interview.- Education, technical skills, and work experience related to developing and managing GIS software, data and map applications.
- Experience using web based GIS technologies, workstation GIS, automated mapping, computer programming, surveying, math, geography, natural or cultural resource GIS analysis and/or spatial system development.
- Experience in GIS or IT project management.
- Experience acquiring, editing and incorporating spatial data from different sources for use in enterprise geographic information systems.
- Experience developing and delivering GIS technical training and support.
Working Conditions:- Typical office environment 95% of the time.
- Fieldwork at customer locations may require overnight travel.
- Works with a visual display terminal 75% of the time.
- May be required to lift up to 60 pounds.
- Additional Information
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Application Instructions:
We appreciate your interest in this position. To apply, please follow these steps.- Complete the application. We will not accept a resume or position description in place of a completed application.
- The work experience and/or education section of your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all of the minimum and special qualifications listed above. If it does not, we are required to disqualify it.
- Complete the supplemental questions.
Caution: If you fail to follow these instructions, we will have to disqualify your application. We cannot consider incomplete or late applications.
Pre-employment Checks:
We will conduct criminal background checks on final candidates including current ODOT employees. All applicants are subject to additional pre-employment check(s) such as driver license, LEDS, and/or education verification as required for the position.
Veteran’s Points:
Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans’ preference. To receive preference, veterans must attach appropriate documentation as outlined by the Department of Administrative Services at the following website: Veterans Resources. Please title your DD214 like this, “[Your Last Name] DD214” and your disability letter “[Your Last Name] Disability Letter.” Veterans may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.
Note: DD214 member 1 copies do not contain character of service and cannot be used to verify veterans’ preference eligibility. Please attach DD214 member 2 or 4.
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Salem OR 97301-3871
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