GIS Technician
GIS Technician Allegany County Department of Planning & Zoning
SUMMARY: This is a professional position which involves the continued development and maintenance of a County-wide Geographic Information System. The required skills and general responsibilities of the GIS Technician are as follows: Competency in all ESRI ArcEnterprise software, including ArcPro, ArcMap, ArcGIS Online, and ESRI applications such as Portal, Web Experiences and Storymaps. Proficiency working with JSON, Python, Windows Server Management Studio, SDE (Spatial Database Engine) and SQL (Structured Query Language). Strong understanding of GIS concepts and spatial data. Strong understanding of geography and cartography. Ability to organize, prioritize and complete long and short-term projects in a timely and professional manner; monitors production for quality and effectiveness. Ability to maintain excellent documentation and record keeping. Experience in the management of work flow for multiple staff members relative to GIS. Ability to generate accurate, coherent and current mapping or reports for elected officials, governmental agencies, County boards and commissions, the general public, or engineering, surveying or law firms. Knowledge of essential professional office computer software to perform word processing, spreadsheet creation, server and database development, management and maintenance.
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Planning and GIS and experience as a Planner with GIS. GISP and AGISP certifications preferred. (A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.)
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid Maryland Driver's License and eligibility for coverage under the County's motor vehicle insurance policy.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing with other employees and the public. Ability to perform geographic techniques within computer systems. Experience with, and working knowledge of the ESRI family of products and other Geographic Information System software, AutoCad, cartography, aerial mapping, and various spreadsheet and word-processing programs in Windows environment. Ability to develop maps, find uses for maps, give mapping support to other departments upon request, and keep all of the hardware and software up and running for the GIS and the Department of Planning & Zoning (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.)
SALARY AND BENEFITS: This is a Classified position at Grade 106 with a salary range of $44,792 - $85,105 and a complete County benefits package including health and life insurance, paid leave, and pension.
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