Senior GIS Analyst – Information Systems Specialist 5 (ODOT17-1814oc)
Senior GIS Analyst – Information Systems Specialist 5 (ODOT17-1814oc)
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Announcement: ODOT17-1814oc
Senior GIS Analyst – Information Systems Specialist 5
Transportation Development Data Division
SalemAre you a talented GIS analyst with a passion for public service? If so, ODOT wants you! Our Transportation Development Division is recruiting for a senior GIS analyst to manage spatial data sets and help develop and maintain GIS applications. These applications will be used statewide to determine locations for transportation improvements and funding eligibility. This important work supports transportation planning, statewide road network, and transportation safety related initiatives. Come join our team!
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:
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- Duties & Responsibilities
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- Provide direct customer support and training in the use of GIS applications.
- Analyze and resolve problems in the use of web, desktop, and server GIS applications.
- Design and document complex GIS processes and workflows.
- Develop user documentation, website help utilities, and custom training materials.
- Design test plans, research new technology, and create redundant systems.
- Perform version compatibility testing.
- Monitor the performance of applications and make system modifications as needed.
- Develop and recommend standards for web- and desktop-based GIS applications and websites.
- Develop and maintain complex automated mapping systems.
- Develop, recommend, and evaluate software.
- Conduct spatial analysis and assist customers with large scale data issues.
- Perform quality analysis for spatial data and provide disaster recovery analysis.
- Monitor and fine tune the performance of GIS databases and applications.
- Provide data translations to make spatial data compatible with GIS needs.
- Qualifications, Required & Requested Skills
- Minimum Qualifications:
Four (4) years of geographic information systems experience.
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An associate’s degree in computer science, information technology, or related field (such as geography, GIS, geology, planning, mathematics, social sciences, natural resources, computer science 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 two (2) years of geographic information systems experience.
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(c) A bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, or related field (such as those listed above) may substitute for all of the above.Preferred Attributes/Application Scoring Criteria: In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use the attributes below to determine whom to interview. You are not required to have all of these attributes, but please make sure that the ones you do have are clearly demonstrated in your application materials. Your application materials may be graded on spelling, grammar, punctuation, and presentation.
- ArcGIS desktop, ArcGIS server, ArcGIS Online and mobile GIS skills.
- Proficiency in scripting, Python, FME, or similar program skills.
- Integration of GIS projects with MS-SQL server or other related RDBMS skills.
- Educational background and work experience in spatial and statistical GIS analysis.
- Experience and training in digital and hard copy cartography and managing geodatabases.
- Experience developing customer requirements, managing contracted GIS services, and delivering projects for a diverse GIS user audience.
Working Conditions:
- Occasional exposure to heavy traffic and inclement weather.
- Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds.
- Occasional overnight travel.
- 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. There is no need to attach a resume to your application. Because of the volume of applications we receive, we do not review any attachments that we do not ask for.
- 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.Work Authorization:
ODOT does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, successful candidates will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.Questions and Application Support:
- For questions about the job announcement, call 503-373-7377.
- For technical help with your login or online application issues, call 1-855-524-5627 from 6:30a to 5:30p PT M-F by leaving a voicemail. It may take up to 24 hrs to receive a response. If you do not receive a response after 24 hours, you can email Technical Support at support@governmentjobs.com.
We encourage you to print and/or save a PDF copy of your application.
Human Resources/Recruitment, MS12
355 Capitol St NE
Salem OR 97301-3871
Fax 503-986-3895ODOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or any other class protected by state or federal laws in admission or access to our programs, services, activities, hiring, and employment practices. Applicants with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. For questions, concerns, or complaints regarding EEO/AA/ADA, contact the employee civil rights and diversity manager at 1-877-336-6368 (1-877-EEO-ODOT). This information can be made available in an alternative format by contacting ODOT Recruitment at 503-986-3700. Oregon Relay Service can be reached by calling 7-1-1.
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- Core benefits
Medical, vision and dental insurance
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for the employee and qualified family members
- $5,000 in employee basic life insurance
- Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP)
- Employer paid defined benefit and defined contribution programs
**Effective November 1, 2016, SEIU represented employees who are Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) participating members will have their base salary increased by 6.95%. Upon becoming a PERS participating member, SEIU employees pay the employee 6% contribution to PERS.Paid leaves and other benefits
- Sick leave earned at the rate of 8 hours per a month with no maximum accumulation
- Vacation leave earned at a minimum rate of 8 hours per month with accrual rate increases at 5-year increments
- 24 hours personal leave earned each fiscal year
- Ten paid holidays a year
The state also provides access to an innovative Employee Assistance Program that offers work-life counseling, along with homeowner, legal and family resources.
Optional benefits
- Term life (employee, spouse or domestic partner, and dependents
- Long-term and short-term disability
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
- Flexible spending accounts
- Option to enroll in the Oregon Savings Growth Plan, a deferred compensation program offering a wide variety of investment options.
The following information describes typical benefits available for employees. Actual benefits received may differ by position or branch of government or be prorated for other than full time work.
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01Which of the following best describes your highest related level of education?
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Some College Coursework, No Degree Received
- Associate’s Degree
- Associate’s Degree and additional coursework
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Bachelor’s Degree and additional coursework
- Master’s Degree
- Master’s Degree and additional coursework
- Doctorate Degree
- Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
- None of the Above
02Which of the following best describes the focus of your degree?- Computer Science
- Other Related Degree
- My degree is not related
- I do not have a degree
03If you selected “Other Related Degree” in question 2, please identify the focus of your degree. If you did not, enter N/A.04What best describes your level of information systems experience in: agency will specify specific experience?- less than 6 months
- 6 to 11 months
- 12 to 17 months
- 18 to 23 months
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 years
- 5 years
- 6 years
- 7 years
- 8 years
- 9 years
- 10 years or above
- None of the above
05The Senior GIS Analyst is charged with maintaining a wide breadth of technical skills; please describe your educational background and work experiences that have helped you develop in the following areas: (a) ArcGIS desktop, ArcGISserver, ArcGIS Online and mobile GIS skills that include spatial data management, collection, analysis, integration and dissemination. (b) Proficiency in scripting, Python, FME, or similar programming skills. (c) Integrating GIS projects with MS-SQL server or other related RDBMS skills.06Describe your educational background and work experience in spatial and statistical GIS analysis.07Describe your experience and training in digital and hard copy cartography and managing geodatabases.08Describe your experience developing customer requirements, managing contracted GIS services and delivering projects for a diverse GIS user audience. What techniques do you use in facilitating stakeholder participation while managing project time, scope and budget?09ODOT_MARKETING: Where did you hear about this job?- I’m an ODOT employee/internal
- ODOTJobs.com
- State of Oregon job page website
- Social media (e.g., Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.)
- Indeed.com
- Printed publication or newspaper
- Job fair or career event
- Friend or family/word of mouth
- Radio ad
- Email blast (Granicus, ODOT recruiter, NEOGOV, etc.)
- Professional association job board
- College job board
- Other website
- Other
10ODOT MARKETING – Specifically, in which website, printed publication, job fair/career event, radio station, social media site, etc. did you hear about this job?Required Question
- Agency
- State of Oregon
- Address
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NOTE: Locations vary by Agency/Department
Salem, Oregon, 97301.
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