GIS Associate

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

In addition to the submission of your online application, under separate email, please submit up to two work samples to jobs@lcog.org.

Examples include demonstration of spatial data analysis and cartographic representation in a pdf map and a digital link to a web map or application.

Reference "GIS Associate work samples" in the jobs@lcog.org email subject line.

ABOUT US

Founded in 1945, Lane Council of Governments (LCOG) is one of the oldest councils of governments. Overseen by a Board of Directors, we strive to enhance public services in Lane County and beyond. This collaborative journey includes partnerships with local governments and special districts in the fields of GIS Planning, Personnel Management, Transportation, and Senior and Disability Services. Located in the heart of Eugene, we are home to a thriving university, diverse nightlife, and access to ample recreational opportunities, from the sea to the mountains.

LCOG is committed to a work environment that values the cultural, educational, and life experiences of each employee. We believe that a diverse workforce enables us to deliver culturally competent services to all members of our community. As part of our commitment to diversity, LCOG continues to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes with relevant transferable skills from a variety of sources and experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

POSITION SUMMARY

• DIVISION: Government Services
• SUPERVISOR: Program Manager
• UNION REPRESENTATION: EA
• POSITION PURPOSE: The position provides effective multi-jurisdictional coordination of regional GIS data maintenance, serves as project lead and contributor on smaller projects, and provides GIS support to a wide range of local jurisdictions, public safety agencies, utilities, regional transportation planning, and state and federal offices, as well as critical systems such as Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) and the
  Regional Land Information Database (RLID).

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum

• Bachelor's degree in an area of study that provides GIS-related education, such as Geography, Planning, Computer Science, Data Science, Geospatial Science, or other related field.
• Three years of progressively responsible experience in data management.
• Or any combination of education and experience that would provide the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the job.
• Proficiency working with spreadsheets and database reporting tools.

Preferred

• Experience and familiarity with various GIS data, software, plats, tax maps, building permits, and other programs.

Professional Competencies

• ATTENTION TO DETAILS: Ability to accurately complete detailed work in a fast-paced environment.
• DECISION MAKING: Ability to make decisions and elicit pertinent information relevant to your position.
• COMMUNICATION: Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• PROBLEM SOLVING: Ability to think creatively and respond to a changing environment.
• EFFECTIVE ORGANIZATION SKILLS: Organizes and maintains work environment.
• TIME MANAGEMENT: Uses time effectively.
• COLLABORATION: Must work well in collaborative teams within LCOG and with external partners
• ADAPTABILITY: Must be adaptive and work well within a range of team and leadership frameworks.
• RESPECTFUL WORKPLACE: Commitment to working effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, in support of an inclusive and respectful environment.