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Nature of Work
Under administrative direction, performs full-performance
level administrative and supervisory duties directing the
geographic information systems implementation and operations of a
smaller agency program or as a first level or specialty function
administrator in a large, comprehensive GIS program. Activities
supervise include Global Positioning System use, Avenue or Arc
Macro Language (AML) programming, GIS spatial analysis, GIS plot
and mapping production, GIS database administration, GIS
technical systems administration or remote sensing; schedules
work and sets unit priorities for the most efficient utilization
of equipment and personnel. Resolves equipment problems and
coordinates system usage by agency personnel. Provides advice and
assistance to management. Performs related work as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Geographic Information Systems Manager 1 is distinguished
from Geographic Information Systems Manager 2 by the size, scope
and lesser complexity of a geographic information system program.
Examples of Work
Organizes, assigns, directs and reviews the work of a small
group of professional or technical personnel in the
operation of an agency geographic information systems
function.
Plans work schedules and set priorities to make the most
efficient use of available personnel and equipment.
Analyzes agency operations and determines feasibility and/or
costs for all phases of geographic information system
implementation.
Analyzes and establishes geographic information system unit
procedures and work standards; sets standards for equipment
maintenance and troubleshooting.
Advises staff and coordinates the resolution of hardware and
software problems.
Directs the design, development and implementation of new
systems and new applications; reviews system expansion
proposals and recommends the purchase of new equipment; may
develop equipment specifications proposals or new system
evaluation standards; may coordinate the installation of
new equipment.
Knowledge of spatial data structures, automated mapping,
spatial information processing methods and their
applications.
Knowledge of capabilities of automated mapping and geographic
information processing systems.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the uses and potentials of modern geographic
information systems equipment and their respective
advantages and limitations.
Knowledge of state purchasing rules and guidelines in order to
write, evaluate and negotiate equipment and software
procurement.
Ability work effectively with users, geographic information
systems personnel, and vendor representatives in resolving
equipment and operations problems.
Ability to prepare and present written and oral reports on
equipment utilization and individual and group performance
characteristics.
Ability to plan the activities of and supervise geographic
information systems personnel.
Ability to devise work and production schedules to meet user
requirements as well as modify these same schedules to meet
changing demands on personnel and equipments in emergency
situations.
Ability to work effectively with agency officials and the
general public.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to evaluate equipment and operational problems and
working with technicians to identify problems and formulate
solutions.
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 degrees
in computer science, geography, natural or earth sciences,
cartography, geology, forestry, planning, environmental
science, engineering, engineering technology, mathematics
or a related field.
Experience:
Three years of full-time or equivalent part-time
paid experience in GIS systems design, operation, and
management or GIS applied research.
Substitution:
Master's degree or a doctorate from an
accredited college or university in the above preferred
fields may be substituted for two years of the required
experience. OR Master's degree plus a doctorate from an
accredited college or university in the above preferred
fields may be substituted for three years of the required
experience.
Established: 04/18/02
Effective:
05/01/02