Geographic Information System Specialist

The Personnel Board of Jefferson County Alabama; Alabama; On-site; USD 64,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Pension plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Personnel Board of Jefferson County Alabama is seeking a Geographic Information System (GIS) Specialist for the Roads & Transportation Department. The GIS Specialist analyzes and develops GIS applications and databases, creates test data, and evaluates performance to identify errors.

Using ArcGIS, maps, and tabular data, the role develops integrated GIS datasets, trains staff, and provides on-site user support. Strong data management and communication with multiple departments are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in GIS or related field.
• Experience with ArcGIS software and GIS databases.
• Ability to read and interpret legal descriptions.

Responsibilities

• Analyze GIS data to identify spatial relationships.
• Create and maintain GIS databases.
• Produce and distribute maps, tables, and reports.
• Train staff on GIS processes.
• Provide on-site user support for GIS systems.
• Coordinate cross-department projects and communicate progress.
• Verify data accuracy and completeness.

Skills

ArcGIS

SQL

Geospatial analysis

Data management

Education

Bachelor's degree (GIS or related)

Associate’s degree in GIS or related IT field

GIS Certificate

Tools

ArcGIS

MapInfo

MapOracle

Access

SQL

Crystal Reports

Job description

Geographic Information System Specialist - Jefferson County (Roads & Transportation)

LOCATIONS

Jefferson County

TARGET CLOSE DATE

09/14/2026

PAY GRADE

Grade 25

TYPE

Full time

JOB SUMMARY

Jefferson County is seeking a well-qualified Geographic Information System (GIS) Specialist for the Roads and Transportation Department. The GIS Specialist analyzes and monitors system applications, programs, and/or databases. Specialists create test data and evaluate test results to determine system/application performance and identify potential errors. Specialists design, develop, and modify system applications, programs, and/or databases. GIS Specialists analyzes GIS data for use in various settings (e.g., urban planning, infrastructure development) using ArcGIS applications, maps, graphs, and/or tabular data in order to identify spatial relationships. Specialists design or coordinate the development of integrated GIS spatial or non-spatial databases using multiuser relational database management systems (e.g., AcrGIS, Oracle, Microsoft SQL) in order to develop and map thematic layers of GIS data (e.g., administrative areas, site addresses, ownership and tax parcels, health trends, Orthophotos, etc.). GIS Specialists create and modify system documentation and user guides. Specialists train others in order to provide knowledge and understanding of work processes to ensure compliance with procedures and standards. They provide assistance to programmers/analysts or other personnel. GIS Specialists serve as on-site administrators for various systems or applications by providing user support, installing system/application updates, and managing user access rights for user systems.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Jefferson County provides competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. The pay range for this job is presented below:
$63,981 - $99,237

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Option A:

• Work experience as a GIS Tech II in the Merit System

Option B:

• Work experience maintaining a GIS database to include spatial analysis (e.g., modeling problems geographically), data extraction (e.g., creating scripts to efficiently isolate data), map creation (e.g., web services, creating layers).
• Work experience reading and interpreting legal descriptions (e.g., deeds, annexations, land surveys, etc.).
• Work experience creating GIS relational databases (e.g., ArcGIS, MapInfo, MapOracle, Access, SQL, etc.).
• Work experience with database reporting software (e.g. Crystal Reports, Arc GIS data reporting, etc.).

Option C:

• Work experience reading and interpreting legal descriptions (e.g., deeds, annexations, land surveys, etc.).
• At least an Associate’s Degree in Geographic Information Systems or related IT field.

Option D:

• Work experience reading and interpreting legal descriptions (e.g., deeds, annexations, land surveys, etc.).
• Geographic Information Systems Certificate or Certification from an accredited organization (e.g., Alabama Certified Mapper Designation, US Armed Forces, GISCI, GISP, etc.).

TARGETED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Geospatial Mapping, Information Systems, or related field.
• Experience with work order/asset management software (e.g., Cityworks) as an administrator (e.g., updating user profiles, setting map visibility, creating/editing templates, dashboard creation).
• Experience using GIS to support roadway, transportation, traffic, right-of-way, or public works operations.

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES

• Provides service to internal and/or external customers.
• Analyzes Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data for use in various settings (e.g., urban planning, infrastructure development, public health, election coordination) using ArcGIS applications, maps, graphs, and/or tabular data in order to identify spatial relationships.
• Verifies the accuracy and completeness of geospatial and tabular data records by reviewing spreadsheets, legal descriptions, aerial maps, paper or digital drawings or ArcGIS/ESRI data in order to identify data errors and ensure all GIS database information is correct and up-to-date.
• Creates, maintains, and updates a GIS database by updating or entering tabular or geospatial data using specialized GIS software (e.g., Esri, ArcInfo, ArcGIS) to ensure GIS data is up-to-date.
• Produces, maintains, and distributes data layers, maps, tables, or reports by performing data extraction and various spatial analysis techniques using GIS database and various reporting software in order to provide requested information and meet user needs.
• Engages in activities designed to ensure professional development, awareness of developments in the field, and knowledge of relevant practices, rules, laws, policies, and/or guidelines.
• Engages on cross-department/municipality projects by working with others to establish goal and deadlines for projects, performing duties within scope of the project, and communicating throughout projects (e.g., attending meetings, producing reports) to stay informed or communicate progress towards goals.
• Conducts training by creating training materials and facilitating training sessions in order to provide knowledge and understanding of work processes and ensure compliance with procedures and standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job is primarily sedentary involving sitting for long periods of time, but may involve occasional walking or standing for brief periods. May involve occasional light lifting of items or objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is conducted almost exclusively indoors in an office setting. Work involves use of standard office equipment, such as computer, phone, copier, etc.

EEO STATEMENT

The Personnel Board of Jefferson Countyprovides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Each Merit System member city/agencyoperates its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual city/agency website.

ACCOMMODATION

To request an accommodation in the application or hiring process due to your own ongoing medical condition or disability, please contact our Accommodations Coordinator at [e-mail] or phone at 205-279-3500 (select option 1) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. The accommodation process is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or accommodation in the job application process.

DISCLAIMER

This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required for this position and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.