What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS Administrator- DEHE Management Information Systems position at Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC)?
The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium is a non-profit Tribal health organization designed to meet the unique health needs of Alaska Native and American Indian people living in Alaska. In partnership with the more than 171,000 Alaska Native and American Indian people that we serve and the Tribal health organizations of the Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC provides world-class health services, which include comprehensive medical services at the Alaska Native Medical Center, wellness programs, disease research and prevention, rural provider training and rural water and sanitation systems construction.
ANTHC is the largest, most comprehensive Tribal health organization in the United States, and Alaska’s second-largest health employer with more than 3,100 employees offering an array of health services to people around the nation’s largest state.
Our vision: Alaska Native people are the healthiest people in the world.
ANTHC offers a competitive and comprehensive Benefits Package for all Benefit Eligible Employees, which includes:
Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.
Summary
Under limited supervision, develops and implements Geographic Information System (GIS) resources for the Division of Environmental Health & Engineering. Coordinates with Departments in the Division to identify functions that GIS will support and develop the GIS solutions.
Responsibilities
Serves as overall coordinator and integrator for Geographical Information System. Builds and develops GIS program, and assists in modernizing DEHE’s GIS infrastructure by analyzing, digitizing, and making available new and historical project data.
Directs the daily activities of the GIS system; develops schedules to meet project needs, develops project work assignments, monitors progress and manages GIS resources to meet project schedules and mission requirements. Serves as the overall coordinator and integrator for GIS.
Assists the Division in using spatial and statistical methods to analyze attributes and geographic information to develop new GIS data layers; creates and/or updates GIS data to develop, populate, and maintain the GIS. Provides guidance to engineers and technicians on the applicability and use of the GIS. Provides access to geospatial datasets/tools/applications through internally developed applications.
Updates and maintains installation maps, gathering data from surveys, both visual and physical and real property data. Outlines method of approach for preparation of maps (to include selection of appropriate software) to display, integrate, and automate the use and analysis of various datasets. Responsible for geospatial data quality control and maintenance.
Maintains and builds GIS archives for completed and ongoing project data and drawing files. Supports field data collection and reporting on projects, from initial planning efforts to final construction inspections.
Evaluates new operating systems and application software packages for GIS; assists in the development of standards and applications; and serves on working groups to further GIS implementation. Prepares and establishes procedures for system files; maintains system
documentation; prepares training materials and operating instructions; and instructs user personnel on system procedures, and options.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Other Information
MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION
A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant quantitative and computational field (e.g., Geography, Geomatics, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, etc.)
Minimum Experience Qualification
Non-Supervisory - Five (5) years of GIS and/or software development experience. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted for experience.
Preferred Education Qualification
Master’s degree in a field related to construction, environmental engineering, or project management.
Preferred Experience Qualification
Experienced with implementing and maintaining ArcGIS Enterprise solutions, training staff, and identifying needs and solutions using GIS.
Preferred Certification Qualification
Certified GIS Professional
Additional Requirements
Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Must be able to obtain an Alaska Driver’s License within six (6) months of hire.
ANTHC is the largest, most comprehensive Tribal health organization in the United States, and Alaska’s second-largest health employer with more than 3,100 employees offering an array of health services to people around the nation’s largest state.
Our vision: Alaska Native people are the healthiest people in the world.
ANTHC offers a competitive and comprehensive Benefits Package for all Benefit Eligible Employees, which includes:
- Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers.
- Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances
- Discounted Pet Insurance
- Retirement Contributions with Pre-Tax or Roth options into a 403(b).
- Retirement Match and Discretionary. ANTHC matches up to 5%, with a 3% discretionary contribution after one year of employment into a 401(a).
- Paid Time Off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service.
- Twelve Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment
- Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care.
- Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
- On-Site Child Care Facility with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool.
- Employee Assistance Program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice.
- Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University.
- On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities.
- License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff.
- Gym Access to Alaska Pacific University includes a salt water pool, rock climbing, workout gym, and steep discounts for outdoor equipment rentals.
- Emergency Travel Assistance
- Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility
- Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.
Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.
Summary
Under limited supervision, develops and implements Geographic Information System (GIS) resources for the Division of Environmental Health & Engineering. Coordinates with Departments in the Division to identify functions that GIS will support and develop the GIS solutions.
Responsibilities
Serves as overall coordinator and integrator for Geographical Information System. Builds and develops GIS program, and assists in modernizing DEHE’s GIS infrastructure by analyzing, digitizing, and making available new and historical project data.
Directs the daily activities of the GIS system; develops schedules to meet project needs, develops project work assignments, monitors progress and manages GIS resources to meet project schedules and mission requirements. Serves as the overall coordinator and integrator for GIS.
Assists the Division in using spatial and statistical methods to analyze attributes and geographic information to develop new GIS data layers; creates and/or updates GIS data to develop, populate, and maintain the GIS. Provides guidance to engineers and technicians on the applicability and use of the GIS. Provides access to geospatial datasets/tools/applications through internally developed applications.
Updates and maintains installation maps, gathering data from surveys, both visual and physical and real property data. Outlines method of approach for preparation of maps (to include selection of appropriate software) to display, integrate, and automate the use and analysis of various datasets. Responsible for geospatial data quality control and maintenance.
Maintains and builds GIS archives for completed and ongoing project data and drawing files. Supports field data collection and reporting on projects, from initial planning efforts to final construction inspections.
Evaluates new operating systems and application software packages for GIS; assists in the development of standards and applications; and serves on working groups to further GIS implementation. Prepares and establishes procedures for system files; maintains system
documentation; prepares training materials and operating instructions; and instructs user personnel on system procedures, and options.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Other Information
MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION
A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant quantitative and computational field (e.g., Geography, Geomatics, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, etc.)
Minimum Experience Qualification
Non-Supervisory - Five (5) years of GIS and/or software development experience. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted for experience.
Preferred Education Qualification
Master’s degree in a field related to construction, environmental engineering, or project management.
Preferred Experience Qualification
Experienced with implementing and maintaining ArcGIS Enterprise solutions, training staff, and identifying needs and solutions using GIS.
Preferred Certification Qualification
Certified GIS Professional
Additional Requirements
Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Must be able to obtain an Alaska Driver’s License within six (6) months of hire.
