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Nature of Work
Under general supervision, performs full-performance level
administrative and technical work in managing, supervising, and
assisting in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) database
creation and maintenance activities. Work involves design,
development, and management of GIS data resources within the
context of programs and policy directives. Under supervision of
a GIS manager, work includes coordination of GIS database
activities, assistance in managing GIS data conversion contracts,
establishment and enforcement of database standards,
participation in planning and organizing system development
activities, and other GIS database related activities.
Supervision is exercised over a staff of subordinate GIS staff
positions. Work is performed independently within established
policies, procedures, and guidelines and is reviewed through
reports, conferences, and system performance. Performs related
work as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This is full-performance level work where the incumbent is
given more complex assignments. At this level, the incumbent
supervises a staff of subordinate GIS staff positions.
Examples of Work
Manages database resources of the GIS; confers and coordinates
with the GIS Manager, user organizations, and GIS personnel
to determine user needs.
Oversees all GIS operations; supervises directly or through
GIS staff all activity associated with implementation,
operation, and enhancement of the GIS.
Assists in coordinating contracts with GIS data conversion and
related service vendors.
Responsible for development and enforcement of data standards
impacting coding schemes, database designs, and data update
procedures.
Oversees data quality control procedures and loading of data
to the system; coordinates activities in data transfer and
translation.
Establishes and enforces procedures for data access security
and access rights.
Produces or reviews preliminary and detailed designs for new
or modified database elements.
Performs or assists in investigating and recommending sources
and approaches for automating GIS database elements.
Provides documentation and training for system users.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of automated and spatial information processing
methods and techniques.
Knowledge of the capabilities of automated mapping and
geographic information processing systems.
Knowledge of cartographic principles, automated mapping, GIS
database design concepts, and database structure.
Knowledge of data conversion, translation, and transfer
methods and techniques.
Ability to coordinate with GIS staff and users to develop
standards for system access, security and data integrity.
Ability to work with and oversee efforts of private database
development contractors.
Ability to translate technical concepts and terminology in
terms of understandable to management, department
officials, and system users.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with
user departments, administrative officials, and employees.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Minimum Qualifications
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Training:
Bachelor's degree, including six semester hours in
computer science or GIS from an accredited college or
university. Preference may be given to those with a degree
in computer science, geology, geography, natural or earth
sciences, forestry, planning, engineering, engineering
technology, mathematics, or related field.
Experience:
Four years of full-time or equivalent part-time
paid experience in geographic information systems design,
implementation and management, including experience in
database management.
Substitution:
Master's degree or doctorate from an accredited
college or university in any of the above fields may be
substituted for two years of the required experience.
Established: 04/18/02
Effective:
05/01/02