Location
Ohio | United States
Job description
PREFERRED Experience:
- Database Management: Knowledge of database management systems (DBMS) and experience with database software such as SQL is beneficial for managing spatial data and generating reports.
- Programming Skills: Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, or ModelBuilder can be advantageous for automating workflows, developing custom tools, creating web apps, or integrating GIS with other systems.
- Cartography and Visualization: Ability to create maps and data visualizations that effectively communicate spatial information to various stakeholders.
Under direction, is responsible for the analysis of data in relation to geographic information and for development of geographic information database(s); performs related duties as required.
(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)
Develops and maintains GIS data to delineate attributes of geographic areas;
Conducts specialized spatial analyses which may include analysis of nonspatial data;
Creates maps, reports, and documents using data and statistics derived from a geographic information system;
Performs quality assurance and develops quality control procedures for geographic information database(s);
Performs field inspections to acquire and verify geographic data;
Researches and interprets land records from multiple sources; resolves conflicting geographic data through consultation with attorneys, title examiners, and others;
Converts conventional and paper maps of varying complexity to digital form;
Identifies, scales, and orients geodetic points, elevations, and other planimetric or topographic features and cartographic detail;
Delineates simple, difficult, and complex aerial photographic detail such as control points, hydrography, topography, and cultural features;
Prepares geographic information systems applications design, modification, and documentation, including needs analysis and database and program design such as coding, logic, screens, and file input and output;
Converts data from text files, spreadsheets, and databases into map objects using geographic information systems (GIS) technologies; imports and exports data in a variety of formats;
Operates equipment such as plotters and printers for output of maps and graphics;
Makes oral and written presentations relative to various City projects utilizing geographic information systems (GIS) technology;
Stays abreast of GIS technologies and industry standards.
Possession of a bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience in revising, updating, and/or maintaining geographic information databases. Substitution(s): Possession of a master's degree may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience. Additional years of experience using GIS software packages such as ESRI ArcGIS for Desktop (ArcView, ArcInfo, ArcEditor, or MapInfo) may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. (One (1) year of experience is equated to thirty (30) semester hours or forty-five (45) quarter hours.) Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP) certification through the GIS Certification Institute may substitute for the education requirement.
Recruitment #: 24-0549-V1
Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)
Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:
Alex Harrison
Department of Building and Zoning Services
111 N Front Street
Columbus, Ohio 43215
P: (614) 645-6291
E: amharrison@columbu s.gov
The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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