What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technician position at Town of Newington?
An official Town of Newington Employment Application is required in order to be considered for this position. Applications are available at the Town Manager’s office or at www.newingtonct.gov.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Organizes, directs, and participates in the development, maintenance, quality control and utilization of the Town’s GIS.
- Coordinates the Town’s GIS activities.
- Protects the integrity of the Town’s GIS data and applications.
- Assists in guiding policy in relation to GIS matters.
- Performs a variety of administrative management information, writing reports, and administering record keeping functions.
- Researches and develops procedures, policies, work instructions and work methods to more economically and efficiently utilize information, time and equipment.
- Prepares statistical and narrative reports for Town Departments.
- Provides support services for the various departments in relation to applications and data entry.
- Meets and/ or exceeds customer expectations with an unparalleled commitment to excellent customer service and positively promoting and enhancing the services and programs offered by the Town.
- Assists with budget preparation.
- The ability to be available 24 hours a day/ seven days per week to respond to emergencies is required.
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The skills and knowledge required would generally be acquired with:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, or a closely related field. Master’s Degree is desirable;
- Two (2) years experience in database administration, relational database design and implementation;
- Experience with mobile data collection platforms, including those that include satellite based high precision navigation;
- Experience with GIS software including ESRI desktop, online, and server offerings; and
- Two (2) years experience in Public Administration or relevant municipal experience is desirable or any combination of training and experience which provides a demonstrated ability to perform duties of the position.
Visit www.newingtonct.gov for job description, other duties and qualifications.
The Town of Newington is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, marital status, sexual preference, national origin, or disability.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000
