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Location : City of Deerfield Beach, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00826
Department: Information Technology Services
Opening Date: 05/26/2023
Closing Date: 6/16/2023 5:00 PM Eastern
Description
Assist with the design, development, implementation and maintenance of the City's geographic information system (GIS). Responsible for maintenance and update of GIS data sets, databases and GIS software. The work involves working in conjunction with users from other departments. Work is performed with frequent independent judgment and creative application of GIS technologies under general supervision of a higher-level GIS professional position
Examples of Duties
Salary Range $56,265.00- $73,134.00
Typical Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Associate's degree in geography, engineering, computer science or related field or a certificate in geographic information systems (GIS), and at least one (1) year of experience with GIS applications, or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. "
Valid Florida Driver's License with an acceptable driving history. (Must remain valid throughout employment)
Skills, Work Environment and Hours
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Physical Demands
The physical demands involve far acuity, hearing, mental acuity, near acuity, repetitive motion, seeing, speaking, talking, and visual acuity. May be required to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects.
Work Environment
The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environment conditions: job likely consists of typical office work or administrative work. The employee works in a safe and secure work environment that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands.
Work Hours Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm (nights, weekend and holiday hours as required)
Emergency Management Responsibilities
Note: During emergency conditions, all City employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. City employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as hurricane, or other emergency situations and are expected to perform emergency service duties as assigned.
*The City of Deerfield Beach values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country, and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses. *
*The City of Deerfield Beach is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer*
THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANYTIME WITHOUT NOTICE, ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECIEVED. CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AT THEIR EARLIEST CONVENIENCE
IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS
Salary:
Salary ranges are listed on the job announcement and are based on the unique skills, education, and experience for the position. Appointments are typically made at the starting pay of the grade for candidates. Additional consideration may be given those candidates whose experience/education exceed the minimum qualifications.
Selection Process:
All applicants must submit clear, concise and complete information regarding all relevant work history and qualifications for the position. It is the applicant's responsibility to update their NEOGOV profile with work experience, education, certifications and personal contact information when submitting each application.Submitted applications will be reviewed and only those applicants determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted on the application, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process. Candidates selected for to interview will be contacted for a phone interview. Candidates not selected will be notified via email.
Background Investigation:
Candidates who have successfully completed all prior phases of the selection process will be subject to a thorough pre-employment background investigation, which may include, an extensive criminal history, motor vehicle history, verification of current and prior employment, fitness for duty physical, drug screening, Level II fingerprint clearance, Department of Transportation (DOT) certifications and Clearinghouse registration, and any other relevant screenings required for the position.
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Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?
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Which of the following best describes your experience with GIS applications, or an equivalent combination of related training and experience? Your response must be validated by the information provided in the WORK EXPERIENCE section of your application and will be verified by Human Resources if selected.
03
Do you have possession of a valid Florida driver's license with an acceptable driving history? (must remain valid throughout employment)
04
Where did you hear about this job opportunity?
Required Question
Location : City of Deerfield Beach, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00826
Department: Information Technology Services
Opening Date: 05/26/2023
Closing Date: 6/16/2023 5:00 PM Eastern
Description
Assist with the design, development, implementation and maintenance of the City's geographic information system (GIS). Responsible for maintenance and update of GIS data sets, databases and GIS software. The work involves working in conjunction with users from other departments. Work is performed with frequent independent judgment and creative application of GIS technologies under general supervision of a higher-level GIS professional position
Examples of Duties
Salary Range $56,265.00- $73,134.00
- Creates and prepares custom data sets and maps.
- Maintains and updates geographic data sets and maps through various methodologies.
- Performs complex, detailed data set processing and editing, complete final clean-up and accuracy checks.
- Performs quality assurance and quality control procedures on final GIS products.
- Assists in preparation of project plans and specifications for various projects.
- Analyzes and documents problems, recommends solutions, initiates corrective action, and follows up problem resolution.
- Assists with the operation and maintenance of other GIS related hardware and software i.e. plotter, global positioning system (GPS) equipment, relational database.
- Assists users with accepting and using technology to aid with their daily tasks.
- Manages work load using established processes and procedures.
- Assists with the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of the City's geographic information system (GIS).
- Maintains and updates GIS data sets, databases, and GIS software.
- Assists with the operation and maintenance of other GIS related hardware and software.
- Stays current with new and changing technology.
- Performs all other related duties as required.
Typical Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Associate's degree in geography, engineering, computer science or related field or a certificate in geographic information systems (GIS), and at least one (1) year of experience with GIS applications, or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. "
Valid Florida Driver's License with an acceptable driving history. (Must remain valid throughout employment)
Skills, Work Environment and Hours
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS software and geodatabase file structure.
- Knowledge of coordinate systems and datums, topologies, geometric networks, COGO tools, spatial adjustments, georeferencing, data driven pages, and web-based applications.
- Ability to use small office equipment and computers.
- Ability to apply GIS concepts and principles to work assignments.
- Ability to operate and maintain GPS units, tablet PCs, plotters, printers & scanners.
- Ability to understand and analyze technical material and documentation.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with users and the public.
- Skill in organizing and prioritizing tasks and work assignments and working under the pressure of rigid and/or short work cycle.
- Skill in working independently with minimal supervision.
- Skill in exercising initiative and sound judgment.
- Skill in communicating clearly and effectively orally and in writing.
Physical Demands
The physical demands involve far acuity, hearing, mental acuity, near acuity, repetitive motion, seeing, speaking, talking, and visual acuity. May be required to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects.
Work Environment
The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environment conditions: job likely consists of typical office work or administrative work. The employee works in a safe and secure work environment that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands.
Work Hours Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm (nights, weekend and holiday hours as required)
Emergency Management Responsibilities
Note: During emergency conditions, all City employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. City employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as hurricane, or other emergency situations and are expected to perform emergency service duties as assigned.
*The City of Deerfield Beach values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country, and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses. *
*The City of Deerfield Beach is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer*
THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANYTIME WITHOUT NOTICE, ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECIEVED. CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AT THEIR EARLIEST CONVENIENCE
IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS
Salary:
Salary ranges are listed on the job announcement and are based on the unique skills, education, and experience for the position. Appointments are typically made at the starting pay of the grade for candidates. Additional consideration may be given those candidates whose experience/education exceed the minimum qualifications.
Selection Process:
All applicants must submit clear, concise and complete information regarding all relevant work history and qualifications for the position. It is the applicant's responsibility to update their NEOGOV profile with work experience, education, certifications and personal contact information when submitting each application.Submitted applications will be reviewed and only those applicants determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted on the application, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process. Candidates selected for to interview will be contacted for a phone interview. Candidates not selected will be notified via email.
Background Investigation:
Candidates who have successfully completed all prior phases of the selection process will be subject to a thorough pre-employment background investigation, which may include, an extensive criminal history, motor vehicle history, verification of current and prior employment, fitness for duty physical, drug screening, Level II fingerprint clearance, Department of Transportation (DOT) certifications and Clearinghouse registration, and any other relevant screenings required for the position.
01
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?
- Less than High School
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or higher
02
Which of the following best describes your experience with GIS applications, or an equivalent combination of related training and experience? Your response must be validated by the information provided in the WORK EXPERIENCE section of your application and will be verified by Human Resources if selected.
- Less than one year
- More than 1 year but less than 2 years
- More than 2 years but less than 3
- More than 3 years but less than 4
- 4 years or more
03
Do you have possession of a valid Florida driver's license with an acceptable driving history? (must remain valid throughout employment)
- Yes
- No
04
Where did you hear about this job opportunity?
- Governmentjobs.com
- Social Media
- Deerfield-beach.com
- Word of Mouth
- Other
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