GIS Specialist I

ABOUT THE POSITIONThe County of Riverside's Registrar of Voters is seeking a GIS Specialist I to support the GIS Operations team in Riverside. At this time, the position has the opportunity for a hybrid telework schedule based on business need, however job expectations, at times may require in person interaction. Telework may change at any time and you will be expected to report to the office.

The incumbent will be required to work in the office full time during elections due to the volume of work.PLEASE NOTE: Incumbents must be available to work weekends and holidays, including mandatory overtime.The GIS Specialist I will prepare graphic maps, diagrams, exhibits, and displays. Additionally, the incumbent will develop simple macros using Geographic Information System (GIS) software, maintain web map applications during election cycles, manage precinct boundaries and addresses for elections, and coordinate with staff to obtain pertinent data. The incumbent will work with Esri software, including ArcPro, ArcMap, and ArcGIS Workforce.

Additionally, the incumbent will use Python and VBA in their work. Travel to offsite locations is required as needed.The most competitive candidates will have experience working with Esri's ArcPro and ArcMap, an understanding of ModelBuilder, VBA, and Python.The GIS Specialist I is distinguished from the GIS Specialist II in that the latter class performs the full scope of assignments and works more independently. Advancement to the next level is obtained by competitive selection through an open recruitment.Meet the Team!The County of Riverside'sRegistrar of Votersserves its residents by ensuring the electoral process be conducted professionally, consistently demonstrating neutrality and non-partisan decision-making, based upon a thorough knowledge of and compliance with all election laws by administering them timely, responsively and with integrity.EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES* Update GIS data layers; research and compile data from record maps, land grants, and deeds for survey monument histories, boundary locations, subdivisions, right of way, street names, easements, and facility locations.* Prepare various graphic maps, diagrams, exhibits, and displays; develop simple macros and applications utilizing GIS software to perform assigned work.* Operate and maintain various GIS related hardware (e.g., plotters, scanners, digitizer, UNIX, Windows NT, or DOS based workstations).MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSOPTION IEducation: None required.Experience: One year as a GIS Specialist Trainee with Riverside County.OPTION IIEducation: None required.Experience: Two years of sub-professional or professional GIS experience.

(Completion of GIS, automated mapping, land surveying, geography, cartography, or computer science related coursework from an accredited college or university may substitute for up to one year of the required experience on the basis of 30 semester or 45 quarter units equaling one year of experience.)ALL OPTIONSKnowledge of: Mathematics, including the elementary principles of algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and statistics as applied to sub-professional engineering and GIS related work.Ability to: Learn the techniques and practices involved in assigned GIS work; perform mathematical computations; keep clear and accurate notes; do simple drafting; understand and follow oral and written directions; work cooperatively with others.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONOther RequirementsLicense/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required.Veterans' PreferenceThe County has a Veterans Preference Policy. Upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 (or NGB-22) indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s).

A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. See the policy here (Download PDF reader).What's Next?Open to All ApplicantsThis recruitment is open to all applicants. Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the department.Applicants who are current County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of the Registrar of Voters may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of applications received.Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the County.Reasonable AccommodationsThe County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA).

Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at:http://dao.rc-hr.com/.Application PeriodBASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE.Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted.

All applicants must submit a complete application by the close date of the recruitment. No late applications will be permitted.Include relevant work experience details on resume and/or application.Proof of EducationApplicants who fail to provide information demonstrating they possess the position requirements may not be considered further in the application process. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.Upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).For questions regarding this recruitmentContact Danilo Lozano at DaLozano@rivco.org with any questions regarding this recruitment.