GIS SPECIALIST- Information Technology

JOB LISTING: The GIS Specialist III is responsible for the development, maintenance, and enhancement of Geographic Information System (GIS) databases and applications. This includes analyzing system requirements, developing, testing, and prototyping GIS applications, and establishing procedures for GIS database maintenance.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Design and produce various types of customized maps, tables, and reports using spatial analysis and GIS technology.
• Develop spatially enabled database schemas, standardizing, migrating, and loading data into enterprise database systems.
• Manage SQL Server Management Studio, including permissions, scheduling backups, and database optimization.
• Provide support and troubleshooting assistance to GIS
• Streamline, automate, and maintain the City of Bowie's GIS data layers and geoprocessing
• Facilitate geographic data exchange with City
• Research, recommend, and implement industry best practices to drive forward strategic and business initiatives.
• Attend local and regional meetings and conferences to keep updated with industry
• Undertake additional GIS tasks and operations as

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Cartography, Geography, Computer Science, Information Management, GIS, Engineering or related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in GIS or a related field and/ or an equivalent combination of training, education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in related
• Two (2) years of experience in a GIS related

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) concepts, procedures, and
• Knowledge in Python, JavaScript, SQL, Arcade and/or
• Expertise in ESRI GIS systems, including ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Server, and ArcGIS Online.
• Proficient with contemporary computer systems, including diverse software applications and network connectivity solutions.
• Independent work ethic with strong planning and organizational
• Ability to communicate complex computer concepts effectively in writing and
• Capability to work under pressure and meet established
• Must be flexible, able to multi-task, and enjoy working in a diverse, results-oriented workplace where a premium is placed on teamwork
• Sense of humor

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Sufficient physical condition to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment; effectively make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes; perform repetitive motion; talk and hear; and finger objects and controls.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is an office environment that may require sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.

SALARY: $68,257

HOW TO APPLY: Please visit the city’s website at: www.cityofbowie.org and click on the employment link. COVID-19 vaccination preferred.

Application deadline: Friday, July, 5th by 5:00 p.m.

The City of Bowie is a drug and alcohol-testing employer. EOE