Mapping/GIS Coordinator, Fostering Diverse Schools Project

FUNCTIONALPURPOSE
The purpose of this position is to assist and manage student assignment modeling efforts using Geographic Information Systems and database manipulation in the analysis of student attendance boundaries. Work involves close coordination with the work of the Project Manager for the Fostering Diverse Schools grant. This role will also work closely with the Office of Equity, Access, and Acceleration and the Office of Choice and Magnet schools and its Student Assignment branch. Work includes considerable use of Geographic Information Systems and database manipulation in the analysis of student attendance boundaries, real estate searches, county subdivision development tracking, and the geocoding of student data. The position is a two-year grant funded position and will report to the Office of Choice and Magnet Schools.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Utilizes Geographic Information Systems in the analysis of student attendance boundaries, real estate searches, county subdivision development tracking, and the geocoding of student data, among other tasks;
• Partners with Grant funded Project Manager to ensure models are and maps are made available to stakeholders as necessary.
• Enter, edit and prepare planning data such as student data, roads, buildings, in GIS software.
• Serves as a professional contact person for mapping, drawings and issues with school system employees, administrative staff, local county and city agencies, as related to the Fostering Diverse Schools Grant.
• Prepares and presents oral and written reports and analysis to superiors, school officials, and the public.
• Analyze, critique and edit models and maps generated by contracted partners;
• Assists in the preparation of maps for various, related, Planning projects and needs.; and
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Thorough knowledge of planning principles and practices including demographic analysis, strategic organization planning, and the dynamics of community participation planning.
• Thorough knowledge of Geographic Information Systems and their application to the planning process.
• Knowledge of regulations and procedures regarding redistricting and/or revising school attendance zones.
• Considerable knowledge of the ethical guidelines applicable to the position as outlined by professional organizations and/or federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations.
• Considerable knowledge of programming techniques, programming languages, operating systems, capabilities and limitations, and service requirements of computers and auxiliary equipment currently employed in the school system.
• Considerable knowledge of the operation of a computer and all peripheral Considerable knowledge of the techniques used in systems analysis and design.
• Considerable knowledge of the current literature, trends and developments in the field of school planning.
• Skill in the use of computer hardware and software.
• Skill in recognizing, analyzing, and providing solutions to difficult data processing problems.
• Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, local, and school system policies and regulations regarding planning and student assignment.
• Ability to work in an environment which is periodically "high pressure" with tight deadlines.
• Ability to exercise considerable independent judgment and initiative in independently performing assigned projects.
• Ability to effectively express ideas orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum: Bachelor's Degree in Planning, Statistics, Geography, Business Administration, Public Administration, Computer Science, or a related field, and 3 years of related experience with a public planning agency; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities. Working knowledge of GIS applications required. Experience with AutoCAD, TIMS preferred.
• Desirable: Master's Degree in related field PLUS five years of GIS experience.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid NC Driver's License
• Prefer: Valid NC Teacher License

Pay Grade D1 - $5,820.00 Minimum Monthly Salary - Full Time Position
PHYSICAL WORK DEMANDS:
FREQUENCY
C - Constant F - Frequent
O - Occasional
FREQUENCY
C - Constant F - Frequent
O - Occasional
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
I - Infrequent
NR - Not Required
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
I - Infrequent
NR - Not Required
Climbing/Balancing
I
Lifting/Carrying
O up to 30 lbs.
Crawling/Kneeling
I
Grasping/Twisting
O
Walking
F
Reaching
F
Running
I
Pushing/Pulling
O
Standing
F
Fingering/Typing
F
Sitting
F
Driving
F requires driving car between sites
Bending/Stooping
O
Others:
In compliance with Federal Law, Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, or disability.