Engineering - GIS Specialist

City Of Keller; Keller (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

City Of Keller is seeking a Full-Time GIS Technician to join the Town Hall team in Keller, TX. You will maintain GIS asset data, develop mapping tools, and support Public Works and other departments with spatial analyses and dashboards.

The role requires an Associate's degree in Geography, Engineering, Information Systems or related field and 1–3 years of related experience; ESRI ArcGIS Pro/Online, StoryMaps, and data management experience are highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Geography, Engineering, Information Systems or related field and 1–3 years directly related work experience is required.
• Strong preference for knowledge/experience using ESRI tools (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, StoryMaps, Experiences, etc.) and asset management principles.
• Must possess good oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of City infrastructure (water, sewer, streets, drainage).
• Ability to read and interpret maps, plans, blueprints, and related documents.

Responsibilities

• Maintain GIS asset data and maps in coordination with the City's GIS department.
• Create and maintain mapping tools, StoryMaps, Experiences, dashboards, and project maps for internal and external customers.
• Support civil engineering staff with meetings, reports, map preparation, and open-records requests.
• Manage and organize as-builts, plan reviews, and submittals; support data outputs for staff and management.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Reading maps

Education

Associate's degree in Geography/Engineering/Information Systems

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

StoryMaps

Experiences

Enterprise Asset Management

Job description

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Full Time Technical Town Hall, Keller, TX, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1274

Position Function - Under the direction of the GIS Manager and/or Designee, performs a wide range of duties involved in providing geo-spatial assistance and support to Public Works and other departments. This position is responsible for providing and maintaining GIS asset data in support of departmental staff, as well as development and maintenance of mapping tools used by internal and external (I&E) customers. Works in close coordination with the Public Works Department.

Essential Duties % of Performance

Performs a wide range of duties involved in providing advanced technical assistance and assemblage, organization, and management of all aspects of departmental geo-spatial data in coordination with the City's GIS department. Duties include but are not limited to: updates and maintenance of various data sets, city maps, and map layers, including those for water, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, traffic, and streets utilizing Enterprise GIS software. Meets with I&E customers to define data needs, project requirements, and required outputs. Creates and maintains StoryMaps, Experiences, dashboards, project maps, website data, and other online content for use by I&E customers. 70%

Performs duties necessary to support civil engineering staff. Duties include, but are not limited to: preparation assistance for City Council, Boards and/or Commissions meetings, various reports, map preparation, customer service and open-records requests, manages "as-builts" documents, plan review comments, and submittals, etc. 25%

Performs additional duties as assigned. 5%

Total: 100%

Physical Demand Frequency

Balancing R

Bending O

Carrying O

Climbing R Legend

Crawling N

Crouching R C - Continuous

Fine Dexterity F

Foot Controls O F - Frequently

Handling O

Hearing C O - Occasionally

Kneeling R

Lifting O R - Rarely

Pushing/Pulling O

Reaching O N - Never

Standing O

Sitting F

Stooping O

Twisting R

Vision C

Walking O

Physical Demand Descriptions

(The following descriptions are provided as an example of potential physical and/or sensory activities and does not address the potential for reasonable accommodation; it is intended as general examples of possible physical/sensory demands that might occur during the performance of the position functions/duties, and are not intended to be all inclusive.)

Bending/Climbing/Balancing - picking up supplies, files and file boxes; stairs; step stool; walking; standing; filing; drill exercises

Carrying/Lifting - files; filing; office supplies; work aids, etc.

Fine Dexterity - telephone; keyboard; "ten key" or calculator; computer hardware, writing, drafting, and software usage; drafting; measuring

Foot Controls - driving

Pushing/Pulling/Reaching - supplies; files; file boxes; retrieving; storage shelves; rolling carts

Standing - making presentations; assisting customers; directing meetings; drill exercises

Sitting - desk work; meetings; driving

Vision - computer and desk work; budget; invoices; driving; plans review; schematics; blueprints; plats, code of ordinances

Walking - to and from office; around office; to and from buildings; assisting customers; meetings; presentations

Machines, Tools, Equipment and/or Work Aids

(The following list is intended to provide examples of possible machines, equipment, tools and/or work aids that might be needed to perform position functions/duties and should not to be construed as a comprehensive or complete catalog. This list does not include and does not supersede any requirements with respect to safety or protective equipment, uniforms, apparel, gear or apparatuses required for the performance of any duties described herein.)

Audio/Visual, Calculator, Computer, Copier, Facsimile, Keyboard, Office Supplies, Scanner, Software, Telephone, Vehicle, engineering instruments, weather related gear, hardhat and other safety gear, etc.

Duties are generally performed in an office environment. Possible exposure to dust, mold and electricity. Duties may also require prolonged periods of outdoor activities which may produce exposure to inclement weather and allergens.

Requirements/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Required knowledge and experience is normally obtained through the completion of a curriculum resulting in an Associate's degree in Geography, Engineering, Informaton Systems or related field and one (1) to three (3) years directly related work experience is required.

Knowledge and experience using ESRI tools (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Utility Network, StoryMaps, Experiences, etc.), Enterprise Asset Managment, and asset management principles is strongly preferred.

Must possess good oral and written communication skills.

Working knowledge of City infrastructure (e.g., water, sewer, streets, drainage, etc.).

Ability to read letters, memos, contracts, professional and industry literature, and spreadsheets and other job related analysis.

Ability to read and interpret zoning maps, quarter-section maps, land use maps, aerial maps, blueprints, engineering plans, construction plans, geo-spatial data, architectural drawings, etc.

Ability to read plans, specifications, easements, license agreements, survey field notes, contract documents, and resolutions.

Ability to read and write letters, memos, emails, and contracts.

Ability to competently use Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, digital filing, GIS, ESRI, and work order systems.

Ability to research, compile, and analyze data, and present findings to staff and management in an acceptable format.

Ability to exhibit attention to detail, accuracy, and safety.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, other Federal, State, and local governmental representatives, contractors, consultants, vendors, and the general public.

Work is widely varied, involving analyzing and evaluating many complex and significant variables.

Must be able to communicate and present oneself in a professional manner.

Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License. Must pass all post offer pre-employment process and/or procedures, including but not limited to: drug screen, physical, and applicable background checks.