City of Grand Rapids
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Job Summary:
Performs intermediate technical work maintaining an up to date, user friendly, electronic mapping data base of public infrastructure owned by the City of Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids Public Utilities, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the City Engineer and Systems Coordinator.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to that position. Other duties may be assigned.
- Designs, programs and updates the City/GRPU Geographic Information System (GIS).
- Gathers field data on all City/GRPU assets.
- Collects, inputs and analyzes data relative to public infrastructure.
- Organizes and prioritizes projects.
- Maintains databases and coverage in the City/GRPU Geographic Information System (GIS) and assists in the maintenance of the asset management system.
- Supports the design, development and implementation of the GIS and integrated systems
- Assists in preparation of information.
- Presents technical information and proposals.
- Performs administrative duties as assigned.
- Performs any other engineering and GIS duties in support of the City/GRPU that may be deemed necessary.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies Required:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or competency sets required to complete the essential functions at a satisfactory level.
Education and/or Experience
- Minimum of a 2-Year Associates degree in Geography & GIS with a GIS Professional Certificate or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Valid driver’s license in the State of Minnesota.
Computer Skills
- Computer experience and/or education sufficient to develop, select, install and modify the information system and solve technical problems.
Other Skills and Abilities
This position must have experience with map projections and coordinate systems including their transformation and use in relating objects to one another. Knowledge of measurement techniques and the structure and use of the Public Land Survey including the interpretation and mapping of land description. Ability to think logically, analyze and interpret problems relating to system design and implementation and implement solution. This position must have excellent written and oral communication skills along with skill in managing multiple projects, and a valid State of Minnesota Driver’s License.
- Must have a basic understanding of electrical distribution and the ability to recognize distribution equipment in the field.
- Must have an understanding of water distribution and sanitary/storm sewer collection systems and the associated equipment.
- Must have the ability to understand and write land and easement descriptions.
- Must have the ability to operate and understand the Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment.
- Must have experience with developing GIS web applications
- Experience with CityWorks and Laserfiche are preferred