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GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Responsible for creating and maintaining geographic information system (GIS) databases, translating geographic and demographic data, programming, testing, configuring, updating, documenting, monitoring, evaluating, and/or supporting GIS systems software. Works under general / limited supervision on basic and more complicated routine GIS analytical/programming/systems projects with project deadlines. Serves as technical consultant to computing professionals, users and departmental management. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under the general supervision of a higher-level professional employee who assigns work, establishes goals, and reviews work for conformance to technical standards and compliance with department goals and is considered the journey level in this series. SUPERVISION EXERCISED Supervision of other employees is not a responsibility of positions in this classification, although employees in this class may serve in a project lead capacity. Typical Duties - Duties include, but are not limited to the following GIS Development Analyzes spatial data and business processes, and applies spatial analysis methods and cartographic design techniques to produce maps, reports, and other graphic representations. Coordinates and works with other GIS Analysts, programmers and information system administrators in the development of GIS applications. Develops business solutions using configurable web and mobile GIS applications. Develops applications to automate standard geo-processes, spatial analysis and map products. Leads GIS application design, including data analysis, data modeling, and programming. Utilizes the county’s standard documentation and version control systems. GIS User Support Provides customer service and support for GIS end-users to ensure effective and accurate operation of the system and derive its full benefits. Provide primary or secondary support via phone, email and in-person in a knowledgeable and positive manner. Mentor and train end-users in system operations. Trouble-shoot any aspect of the system including installation, network, and GIS servers. Analyze and fulfill requests for spatial data, maps, reports and queries from the GIS system. Provides on-call GIS support for disaster response and emergency operations. GIS Administration Designs, creates and maintains spatial datasets and geodatabases, and associated metadata. Maintains enterprise GIS datasets utilizing advanced editing tools to maintain spatial data integrity and complex relationships. Coordinates with other GIS Analysts to design, and implement spatial data conversion projects. Develops and maintains data processing scripts and applications to import, transform, and export data stored in a variety of spatial formats. Maintains and administers applications and systems that comprise the county GIS. Administers internal and online GIS servers, manages the content management system, including users, groups and content. Consulting & Training Provide technical consultation on GIS technologies; including system design, application development and integration, GIS data development, and geodatabase design and implementation. Test new and updated GIS tools and technologies for their application to the county's business needs. Evaluate GIS project requests and works with staff to define scope and meet customer needs. Design and lead GIS training classes and field exercises for county personnel. Assist and mentor other GIS team members or system owners to ensure "best practices" practices are used, and to avoid reinventing methods as well as to continually build their ability to analyze and improve business processes. Other Job Duties
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of applications programming techniques, systems maintenance and security; application development tools; principles and practices of data communication; computer hardware and systems software in supporting application systems; database management systems, principles and techniques; applicable computer programming languages. ESRI software and computer mapping techniques; data integrity control; legal descriptions pertaining to land ownership; cadastral principles; research methods to determine right of way and ownership history; principles of geographic mapping and cartography, mathematics, statistics and spatial data analysis. Skill and abilities to establish controls and security measures; code, test and document applications; plan and coordinate program efforts to achieve data processing requirements and objectives; develop and implement data processing projects. Provide technical assistance or train others in the use of computer hardware and software; resolve user problems; communicate effectively with user divisions and technical staff; create and maintain databases; write computer programs for the creation of mapping products; digitize cartographic data. Operate and use personal computers and various other computer aided devices such as digitizers, scanners and plotters; define programming sequencing necessary to produce maps; interpret legal documents and translate legal descriptions into the database; distinguish gradations of color; understand and respond to mapping requests from the public; read, understand and work with a variety of mapping data; organize and write worksite instructions and procedures; code, test, debug, maintain and install computer applications and modify applications according to worksite requirements; establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, the public and other agencies. West Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District is looking for two uniquely talented and experienced individuals to join our team. We’re hiring one Field Conservation Intern and one GIS & Field Conservation Intern for the 2022 field season. Please share this announcement with your networks.
Both internships are part-time. Visit our website to learn more about the positions and how to apply.<https://wmswcd.org/2022-conservation-internships-job-announcement/> Two positions: 1) Field Conservation Intern, and 2) GIS & Field Conservation Intern Location: Portland, Oregon Pay: $17.31/hr Work hours: 20 hrs/week, 2-3 days/week Application deadline: 5:00pm PST Friday, January 28, 2022 The minimum qualifications for education and/or experience include: * Experienced with plant identification: Able to recognize and name common plants of the Pacific Northwest, trained in the use of plant identification resources, knowledgeable of plant anatomy and/or traditional ecological knowledge of plants and first foods * Competent in the use of Microsoft Excel and Word software (or similar): Able to enter data and create graphs and compose written documents incorporating text, pictures, and tables * Able to work outdoors under a range of conditions and terrain with or without accommodation * Willing to work with and apply herbicides alongside other District staff members who are licensed herbicide applicators and who will provide training and supervision * GIS & Field Conservation Intern position ONLY - Competent at using ArcGIS mapping software: Able to import, create, and edit both spatial and attribute data in ArcGIS and create readable maps incorporating clear symbology and basic cartography elements such as labels, keys and scale references. Other qualifications include: * Previous participation in an environmental workforce development program (such as, but not limited to: Green Jobs Internship and Training Program, VERDE, Wisdom Workforce, Greenspaces Restoration and Urban Naturalist Team/TNT, TALON, or Northwest Youth Corps) * Active students working toward a vocational or associates degree with an interest in natural sciences, natural resource management, environmental education, or another related field * Experience with discussing, learning, and/or teaching about issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion; utilizing tools such as an equity lens in decision making; engagement with marginalized communities and/or individuals. * Personal and professional commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, including exploration of power and privilege, a willingness to self-reflect, and experience engaging with marginalized communities and/or individuals in a welcoming and respectful manner. * Experience collecting field data and maintaining field notes * Good oral and written communication skills * Maintain positive, cooperative relationships with others and conducts work in a professional manner Diversity, Equity and Inclusion West Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our organization: in those we serve, in our workforce composition, through the contractors we hire, and in those that benefit from our work. We welcome and encourage applications from Black and Indigenous individuals, people of color, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals. The District does not discriminate based on any class or identity including age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and veteran status. The District is an equal opportunity employer and service provider. The District makes reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and special needs so as to provide access to District events, materials and services. If you have requests for accommodations or complaints about discrimination, harassment, inequitable treatment, lack of access to District events, materials or services, or for any questions at all, please contact us at [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> or call (503) 238-4775 and leave a message with a return phone number at Extension 100. |
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