GIS Specialist

DESCRIPTION:

The Gerald R. Ford International Airport is the second busiest Airport in Michigan, serving business and leisure travelers with nonstop and connecting flights on six airlines. Earlier this year, we earned the top spot in the USA TODAY Reader's Choice Awards for best small airport.

GFIAA continually strives to provide travelers with superior customer service and the infrastructure that supports the air transportation needs of millions of people in West Michigan; and it all begins with our employees. Employees are a vital resource to ensure we are providing the utmost in customer service for our customers as we continue to manage and grow the region's air transportation network. We are actively committed to workforce diversity and to providing a work environment which promotes the professional and personal development of all employees. Encouraging workforce diversity is essential to the Authority's ability to attract, recruit and retain qualified employees. We strive to create an environment that fosters greater innovation and creativing among employees and enhances communication and relationships with the community we serve.

BENEFITS: (Full summary attached)

• Health, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability Insurance
• Defined Contribution Retirement Plan (8.5% employer contribution)
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short and long term disability
• Paid vacation in addition to paid time off
• 11 paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement after one year for full time employees

JOB SUMMARY:

The GIS Specialist will support GFIAA staff by using Geographic Information System (GIS) systems and Computer Aided Design (CAD), aiding in the production of schematics, exhibits, plans, maps, and diagrams of the Airport’s utilities and infrastructure.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Listed examples are illustrative and representative of the tasks required of this classification but are not intended to be complete or exhaustive for this position.

• Produces quality engineering drawings using GIS data/mapping and CAD library to support various departments.
• Uses existing GIS system to pull, organize, create, and update data and maps related to Airport’s infrastructure.
• Manages the airport GIS database to support functions and goals of all airport departments.
• Communicates with GFIAA staff and stakeholders throughout the life cycle of a given project to ensure maximum productivity.
• Serves as subject matter expert for geospatial needs.
• Produces presentation quality graphics as requested by GFIAA staff and stakeholders.
• Maintains electronic library of digital engineering documents.
• Manages GFIAA GIS User Group and updates existing GIS Plan, as needed, and ensures conformance to standards with consultants and contractors.
• Manages and keeps current the Airport’s MissDig maps and coordinates utility locates and ticket closeouts.
• Reviews and updates databases, drawings, and diagrams to ensure accuracy and inclusion of additions and modifications to airport infrastructure.

REQURIED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• A degree or certificate in GIS, Geography, Urban Planning, Computer Science, Engineering or Cartography, or other relevant field combined with six (6) months GIS experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Thorough working knowledge of GIS and database management software.
• Basic knowledge of CAD software applications.
• Basic knowledge of the principles and practices of surveying and mapping.
• Knowledge of global positioning equipment used to collect field data complimented with understanding of surveying practices is preferred.
• Knowledge of simple trigonometry, especially as applied to the making of routine survey computations.

NOTES:

1. Candidate must be able to pass required FBI fingerprint-based criminal history record check in addition to pre-hire and random drug and alcohol screenings.
2. Candidate must maintain an appropriate level badge at all times.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Incumbents may be required to possess or obtain site specific certifications or licenses.
• Maintain current GIS certifications, if any.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations, including, but not limited to, visual and/or audiological appliances, and devices to increase mobility.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is generally performed in a normal office environment.
• Assignments may involve incidental exposure to inclement weather, extremes of temperature, and possible contaminants.
• Partial remote work is an option under certain circumstances.