What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS SPECIALIST position at State of Arizona?
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
The Department of Public Safety’s mission is to protect human life and property by enforcing state laws, deterring criminal activity, and providing vital support to the state of Arizona and its citizens.
Visit our website at www.azdps.gov
GIS SPECIALIST
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Salary: $55,917.89 - $78,909.79
To apply, you must go to the DPS website. Click here and follow the instructions to submit your on-line application.
Job Summary:
The Arizona Department of Public Safety is seeking a Geographic Information Systems Specialist who will work under general supervision providing support in the preparation and maintenance of the Department's Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases, coverage, and various linkages to other databases in support of the Department's law enforcement activities. Performs related duties as assigned. This is a competitive classification.
This recruitment will be used to establish an 18-month eligibility list to fill current and future vacancies over the life of the list. Apply promptly; application period may close without notice.
Minimum Qualifications:
Requires a Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science or closely related field from an accredited college or university and a minimum of one (1) year of experience in GIS; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience for a total of five (5) years.
NOTE: One year of work experience is equivalent to thirty (30) semester hours of coursework from an accredited college or university.
Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver license.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Applicants must complete an examination process. A polygraph and background investigation are required for successful applicants. DPS supports a drug-free work environment through pre-employment drug testing.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits:
- Accrued vacation pay and sick days
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Deferred compensation plan
- Top-ranked retirement plans
- Affordable medical, dental, vision, life, and short & long-term disability insurance plans
- Employee Assistance, Peer and Family Support Programs
- Bus Cards (Subsidized partially by the State)
- Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement:
State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.
On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates.
Contact Us:
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 223-2290. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
Salary : $55,918 - $78,910
