What are the responsibilities and job description for the Information Systems Specialist 6 (GIS Coordinator) position at Department of Fish and Wildlife?
Initial Posting Date:
04/23/2025
Application Deadline:
05/08/2025
Agency:
Department of Fish and Wildlife
Salary Range:
$6,031 - $9,133
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Information Systems Specialist 6 (GIS Coordinator)
Job Description:
Make a Difference in Oregon's Natural Resources!
Help the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife fulfill its mission: To protect and enhance Oregon's fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations.
Are you an experienced IT professional that also has a passion for hunting, fishing, or being in the outdoors? If so, consider joining our team providing support to the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW).
What you will do:
You will provide guidance, advice, and recommendations on program, agency, and Pacific Northwest regional Geographic Information System (GIS) needs and opportunities. This involves participating in planning and coordination activities; implementing and maintaining enterprise GIS software, databases and applications; providing analysis, and technical support functions for program-level GIS activities. You will also provide expertise and leadership regarding the use of GIS and work to develop GIS-related standards for the agency. In addition, you will provide GIS application development, documentation, and limited training to ODFW employees.
For a full review of the position details, duties, and working conditions, please review the position description located
here
.
We are seeking applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and have the following skills and experience:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Five (5) years of information systems experience;
OR
- Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or related field; AND three (3) years of information systems experience;
OR
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field AND one (1) year of information systems experience.
REQUESTED SKILLS:
- Requires advanced skills or knowledge in GIS and spatial database technology, computer aided mapping, math, computer programming, geography, and knowledge of state and local government organizations.
- Knowledge of, and experience with enterprise, desktop, online and mobile GIS software and related hardware.
- Knowledge of, and experience with GIS application development including the use of JavaScript.
- Knowledge of, and experience with automating GIS data processing and spatial data analysis including the use of Python.
- Familiarity with Esri-based GIS software including license management.
- Familiarity with biological resources and terminology, including the ability to synthesize biological, physical, and hydrological data and write project summary reports.
- Ability to identify and perform tasks with minimal supervision, strong coordination skills, public speaking, and the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
The Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) is dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce as we strive to represent and better serve our neighboring communities. Our most important asset is our employees, and each person brings unique, different, and important contributions to the workplace and community we serve. With Oregon’s changing demographics, a workforce that reflects this change will make us stronger and create an opportunity for better decision making.
Additional benefits include:
- Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and acompetitive benefits package.
- Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
- Get There
- Oregon’s easy-to-use carpool matching tool and trip planner.
- Live, work, and play inSalem, Oregon.
Application Details and Instructions
- First time applying to the State of Oregon? Consider utilizing aWorkSource Oregon Resource event!
- This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified people to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill other vacancies as they occur.
- Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference, as it is not available for you to view after the announcement deadline.
- The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%.
- Reasonable accommodations for interviews will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities.
- The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
- If you are experiencing difficulty applying for this position or have questions, please contact the ODFW Human Resources office at 503-947-6051.
Additional Details:
- The employee in this position will be represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and will be subject to all terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement. Pay and benefits on all job listings may change without notice.
- Finalists are subject to a criminal history check. Adverse background may disqualify you from further consideration.
- Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete the U.S. Department Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODFW participates in E-Verify. ODFW is not able to support VISA sponsorships.
- Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For more information, please visitVeterans Resources.
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