City of Des Moines
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Job Description:
Develops, maintains and prepares Geographic Information Systems (GIS) maps, geodatabases, applications, andextract, load, and transfer scripts related to the implementation, deployment and use of a Regional GIS repository andrelated technologies; performs directly related work as required.
The principal function of an employee in this class is to support the City’s use of GIS as a management and decision supporttool. The work is performed under the direct supervision of the GIS Manager but considerable leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. This class is distinguished from the class of GIS Manager by the performance of duties related to ongoing citywide GIS projects such as application development, map and geodatabase maintenance and user support functions which enhance the City’s Geographic Information Systems. The nature of the work performed requires that an employee in this class establish and maintain effective working relationships with GIS users in other City Departments, representatives of other public agencies, contractors, consultants and the public. The principal duties of this class are performed in a general office environment.
Experience and Training
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Planning, Computer Science or Public Administration/Business Management with Management Information System emphasis (Educational transcripts verifying degree must be submitted with application)
- Considerable experience in professional level GIS implementation, planning, design and development or a closely related area; or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work.
Required Special Qualifications
- Candidates for positions in this class must pass a post-employment offer physical examination and drug screen.
- Valid Iowa Driver’s License or evidence of equivalent mobility.
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