GIS TECH (ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING)

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: This class is responsible for and has the authority for coordinating, planning, and prioritizing the computerized mapping services and other GIS related functions for all Divisions and Departments of the Public Works Commission. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, coordinating and interfacing with Sr GIS and GIS Technicians including but not limited to Water Resources and Electric, outside agencies, city and others; assisting with administrative functions related to budget/personnel/procurement/maintaining auditor documentation on applications/work order system documentation and contracts; working with departments in gathering/ prioritizing/entering data into the GIS; writing programs for the operation of the GIS and interfaces to other applications; developing manuals and best practices for the GIS; setting-up/operating/controlling GIS related equipment; monitoring work of contractors, outside agencies and directing work of Public Works Commission employees on assigned projects; driving/operating vehicles in performance of work assignments/responsibilities. Operating under general supervision of the Director of Information Systems, leeway is allowed for the exercise of independent judgement in carrying out the details of the work. Extended hours and on-call availability may be required. Performs related work as required. EQUIPMENT OPERATED: Computer, GIS and Database Server, calculator, communication equipment, and other equipment, as required.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of safety rules/regulations/ procedures, as appropriate; thorough knowledge of operating characteristics, capabilities, limitations, and service requirements of current hardware/software/equipment; thorough knowledge of computer operations, applicable hardware, and various applications; thorough knowledge of ESRI ArcFM, ArcSDE and Oracle DBMS ; good knowledge of Unix, Microsoft Windows, MSDOS, networking, etc.; good knowledge of bisynchronous/synchronous/asynchronous telecommunications, programming languages, LAN systems; thorough knowledge of GIS systems in a multi-user environment with multiple work stations in mainframe/mini-computer operations, systems design/programming techniques; skill in operating a variety of personal computer equipment/applications/peripherals/related equipment; ability to develop systems/write computer programs; ability to plan, organize, schedule work effectively, determine/diagnose/solve problems on the system; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, vendors, contractors, and all levels of employees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (either)

(A) Graduation from an accredited four (4) year university/college, with a degree in computer science or related field including courses in geographical information systems, business administration, or related areas and a minimum of two (2) years experience in designing and/or modifying GIS systems; OR

(B) Graduation from an accredited two (2) year community/technical college, with a degree/certification in computer science including courses as defined in (A) above and a minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience as defined in (A) above; OR

(C) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and a minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience as defined in (A) and (B) above.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess and maintain a valid NC driver’s license.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position.

SAFETY HAZARDS: Minimal.

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: As required by the Public Works Commission’s Safety Manual.

EMPLOYER’S RIGHTS: This job description is general and illustrative of the kind of duties required of this position. It is not exhaustive and does not contain a detailed description of all the duties that may be assigned to the incumbent occupying this position.

GRADE 407 $26.26-$34.59/HOUR