GIS SPECIALIST I

 

Klickitat Public Utility District a small and innovative Utility is looking for a motivated, reliable and qualified individual to join our team. This position supports multiple departments and projects utilizing a well-established ESRI ArcGIS based system. This position is responsible for the PUD’s Geographic Information System (GIS) including software, databases, and interfaces with other software applications. Incorporate internal and external data as necessary and providing data analysis and output in various formats. Development of mobile GIS applications supporting field operations. Webmap development for internal and external customers. Assist in planning and implementation of upcoming projects.

 

Job Type: Full Time

Pay Range: $61,859 to $83,690, DOE

Essential Duties:

  • Assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of the District’s specialized and dedicated GIS, work design, and work order management software and systems.
  • Acts as a technical resource in assisting users to trouble-shoot and resolve problems with specialized GIS systems and recommend solutions.
  • Maintain and validate the data integrity and accuracy of the District’s GIS and work order management systems with respect to property information, customer data, electrical facilities and equipment by reconciling information gathered from various District documents, processes, employees and outside agencies.
  • Gather, analyzes and integrates spatial data from a variety of sources including, GPS, AutoCAD, field observation, satellite imagery, aerial photographs, Drones, and maps.
  • Produce, develop and deliver map products and related documents as requested for all departments.
  • Support GIS by acting as a technical liaison between IT and GIS departments.
  • Improve process workflow, manpower efficiencies, and software utilization for system management assisting in research, evaluation, and further development of integrated data management systems.
  • Test, maintain, and monitor GIS programs and systems, including coordinating the installation of GIS programs and systems.
  • Assist in the development of mobile GIS applications for the District.
  • Assist in the research and development of a UAV(Drone) program to assist in inspections of the Districts transmission and distribution systems. Including multiple types of cameras and sensors.
  • Maintain technical documents. Develop, document and revise system procedures, test procedures, and quality standards.

 

Experience/Educational requirement:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Geography, GIS, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Management Systems preferred. Or a combination of an Associate’s degree or equivalent course work from a vocational or technical school in geographic information systems, geography, planning or computer science plus a minimum of two years plus a minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience providing GIS functions preferred

Previous work experience in utilities is preferred.

To Apply: Interested parties can go to our Career Opportunities web page, download and fill out the Application form then hit the Email: HR Current Positions to fill in the contact form and attach their Resume and the completed Application form.

 

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