[gis_info] GIS position at ODOT

Tue Apr 27 06:48:05 PDT 2010

Information Systems Specialist 3 (GIS Data Analyst)
OREGON DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION - OCDT10147 - SALEM
This position conducts Geographic Information System (GIS) analysis,
constructs or maintains spatial data and works directly with customers
in the development of custom GIS products. The results of these efforts
are distributed statewide to customers utilizing Internet/Intranet
technology as well as desktop workstation tools. GIS products produced
by this position provide analysis to support the federally mandated
Functional Classification/Federal Aid System, National Highway System,
STIP development and the Highway Performance Monitoring System. This
position assists in delivering technical training and provides user
support for GIS applications, spatial data and GIS use throughout ODOT
Duties & Responsibilities: 
Provide direct customer support and training in the use of GIS - on-site
customer assistance may be required.
Provide a point-of-contact for customer support regarding the use of GIS
Unit developed applications and web sites.
Compile, analyze and prioritize user technical problems presenting
completed analysis and recommending solutions to steering groups and
supervisors.
Analyze GIS user needs for applications or web sites, draft Request(s)
for Work (RFW) and construct project proposals as necessary.
Participate as a team member in the development of technical standards
for web and desktop GIS applications.
Construct data and systems which support the deployment of Highway
Conditions Reports, Salmon mapping, Trans GIS and Integrated
Transportation Systems GIS products.
Construct and perform data quality control analysis of GIS data ensuring
data meets ODOT standards.
Conduct GIS data needs analysis then work closely with the GIS Spatial
Database Administrator to ensure database design meets ODOT standards
and the customer needs
Design and execute data extractions from multiple databases using
spatial analysis tools, standard SQL queries and RDBMS operators.
Work closely with customers assisting and coaching in the construction
and maintenance of custom spatial data product.
Qualifications & Desired Attributes: 
Your cover letter, resume and answers to the supplemental questions will
be reviewed to determine that you have the education and/or experience
indicating possession of the knowledge and skills required for this
classification. Please upload the required documents to your on-line
application.
To be considered you must have:
* Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in computer science, geography,
cartography or GIS; OR 
* Associate degree in computer science, geography, cartography, GIS or
college-level coursework that includes 30 quarter (20 semester) computer
science credits - AND - one year of information systems experience in
the use and development of GIS Systems; OR 
* Three years of information systems experience in the use and
development of GIS Systems
* Applicants with the following knowledge and skills are preferred:
o Extensive education in spatial data analysis.
o Qualified for the GIS Professional Certification
o Extensive education and experience constructing and maintaining GIS
web sites.
o Experience constructing and maintaining relational spatial databases.
Qualified applicants whose background must closely matches the needs of
the position will be invited to interviews.
Additional Information: 
This position has specific requirements that must be addressed in your
Cover Letter and Resume; please see the qualifications section for
details.
This Announcement has Supplemental Information required for submission.
On-line applicants will automatically be directed to the questionnaire;
all others must include responses with their application materials.
The position is represented by the Service Employees International Union
(SEIU/OPEU).
The position works primarily in a office environment with extensive use
of visual display terminals.
The position may be required to lift up to 60 pounds.
The employee may be required to travel statewide with occasional
overnight stays.
The employee may be required to use a state vehicle. You must possess
and maintain a current, valid driver's license and acceptable driving
record, or be able to provide an acceptable alternate method of
transportation.
Duties include working with others to develop and deliver computer
generated decision support solutions which requires collaborative
decision making. Additional duties include collecting roadway data,
which can involve working in inclement and adverse weather and traffic
conditions.
If offered employment and you are not currently an employee of the
Oregon Department of Transportation you will be subject to a criminal
background check.
Due to extraordinary budgetary shortfalls, Oregon state government is
continuing cost reduction measures which include mandatory unpaid time
off (furlough days) and suspending salary step advancement during the
2009 - 2011 biennium. Positions are subject to these measures based upon
representation and salary range. In general terms, employees are subject
to 10 - 14 furlough days, and will not receive salary step increases
until at least August 31, 2010. 
Paper applications can be submitted to the following location:
Oregon Department of Transportation
Human Resources - Human Resource Center
2775 19th St. SE
Salem, OR 97302
Fax 503.378.8957
For information regarding the job announcement, contact ODOT Human
Resources 503-378-6202
For help with the on-line application, contact: 1-888-NEOGOV1
ODOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
This information can be made available in an alternative format by
contacting the automated application hotline 503-986-4030 or
1-800-993-8898 or TTY 503-986-3854.
ODOT does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission or
access to our programs, services, activities, hiring, and employment
practices. Contact 1-877-336-6368 (1-877-EEO-ODOT) for questions
regarding Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action

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