GIS DEVELOPER (ASSET ANALYST)

Charleston County Government; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated individual to join their Public Works Department. This role focuses on providing technical expertise and GIS analysis for the county's asset management program. The successful candidate will engage in data analytics, field inspections, and the creation of detailed reports to support engineering and operations teams. With a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to community infrastructure while achieving a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Great Benefits Package

Paid Holidays

Vacation

Sick Leave

Paid Maternity Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Engineering, Construction, or Road Maintenance.
• Thorough knowledge of ArcGIS Pro and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide GIS analysis and technical assistance for asset management.
• Conduct field data collection and condition inspections on assets.

Skills

GIS Analysis

Data Analytics

Project Management

Public Maintenance Practices

Asset Management Principles

Report Preparation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Geography

Experience in Engineering or Construction

Tools

ArcGIS Suite

Work Management Systems Software

Database Management

Job description

Charleston County Public Works Department is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our team! We offer a competitive salary, great benefits package, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and paid maternity and parental leave. Working for Charleston County allows you to achieve the work-life balance you have been looking for!

This position provides technical assistance and expertise for the Charleston County Public Work’s Management System and Asset Management Program. The work is performed under the direction and supervision of the Asset Manager, but considerable leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. This individual’s focus will be to provide GIS analysis on county-owned assets in multiple formats and reporting mechanisms. Organizational skills and experience with public maintenance practices and asset management principles are ideal.

HIRING SALARY: $60,840 - $79,684 (Estimated Annual Salary)

OPEN UNTIL FILLED, APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

This position provides data analytics and technical assistance to the Asset Manager of Public Works. The individual will work in all aspects of the Asset Management Program, including field data collection, condition inspections on assets, GIS development and analysis, map making, and reporting. Creates proper internal workflow processes to ensure data collection within the Asset Management Program is scheduled and executed accordingly. Reviews all County-owned road and drainage infrastructure assets to ensure current attribute data and maintenance practices are uniform for successful data analysis. Provides QA/QC on data reported and entered into the work management system. Responsible for developing and producing yearly reports to meet needs and requirements, ensuring successful projections and outcomes. Supports Engineering, Field Operations, and Stormwater departments with relevant data products. May supervise up to one subordinate.

Position requires:

1. A Bachelor’s Degree in Geography or a related field, supplemented with three (3) or more years of experience in Engineering, Construction, or Road Maintenance practices; OR an equivalent combination of experience and training providing the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
2. Thorough knowledge of: ArcGIS suite (ArcGIS Pro, Survey123, Collector, Dashboards), work management systems software and hardware, project management, database creation, stormwater principles, site plan documentation review.
3. Experience and certifications in database management is a plus.
4. Ability to maintain a courteous and professional demeanor with various individuals; make public presentations; prepare and present accurate reports under tight deadlines.
5. Must have a valid driver’s license with the ability to obtain a South Carolina driver’s license upon acceptance.