CITY OF KALISPELL

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

JOB DESCRIPTION

Class Title: GIS Specialist

Department: Information Technology

Union: Non-Union

Salary: $52,361 - $67,027 DOQ

Benefits: 100% paid health insurance for employee & reduced rates for dependents. State retirement plan, 3-weeks of vacation, paid sick leave, 10 State and Federal holidays. This position may be participating in a *VEBA program.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Date: November 4, 2022

A. GENERAL CLASS DESCRIPTION:

The principal function of this position is to assist in the development and maintenance of the GIS and Asset Management Systems within the City of Kalispell for Public Works. Additional responsibilities include complex analysis, custom reporting and application integration with for a variety of City systems to provide an advanced understanding of operational performance and efficiencies, public information, and project management.

B. SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under supervision of the Information Technology Director and indirectly for the Deputy Public Works Director.

C. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES (90%):

Note:It is expected that every employee should be on time, fully prepared, every day that the employee is scheduled to work. We expect every employee to strive for perfect attendance.

The following duties are typical for this classification. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned

a. Develops and maintains the GIS & Asset Management Systems including preparing data, records, and output; collection of Global Positioning System (GPS) data; scanning record drawings into document management systems; and integrating routine maintenance information into various GIS applications.

b. Edit ArcSDE in a versioned environment.

c. Design, test, publish webmaps, dashboards, Survey123, field apps and more.

d. Extract, transform, and load GIS data.

e. Experience with Enterprise Portal and maintenance tasks of SDE; compression, rebuild indexes, and statistics.

f. Supports mobile solutions for field data collection and maintenance.

g. Performs complex spatial analysis and creates information products from the GIS and related software and subsystems.

h. Assists in the integrations, evaluation, troubleshooting and managing of the GIS, Cityworks, Iworq, and GPS system software and hardware.

i. Provides training, demonstrations, and technical support to personnel in the operation of the Geographic Information System and personal computers.

j. Develops quality controls and standard operating procedures to ensure data integrity.

k. Develops and supports online reporting tools and dashboards for monitoring key performance indicators.

l. Researches and compiles a variety of information materials from outside sources, summarizes the information, and prepares related reports accordingly.

m. Researches and recommends technology initiatives related to the City’s Geographic Information System including acquiring, refining, manipulating, and merging spatial information from diverse sources.

n. Keeps immediate supervisor and others accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems or suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems.

o. Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities.

p. Completes and maintains records and files of required reports, correspondence, and documentation.

q. Assists with the management of ArcServer for field mapping applications and webmaps.

r. Creates, updates, modifies, and troubleshoots map services for field applications.

s. Provides recommendations for software and hardware upgrades to support direct and indirect GIS users.

D. ADDITIONAL DUTIES (10%):

a. May provide other technical and support assistance as required.

b. Other duties as assigned.

E. DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

a. Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, GIS Science, Computer Science or a related field; and

b. 1-3 years’ experience with GIS-related software, GIS-related database management, GIS-related programming, software and mapping; or

c. Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work.

F. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSA’s):

a. Knowledge in:

i. Thorough knowledge of GIS software, databases and related applications, and of GPS hardware and software.

ii. Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of GIS analysis and design, spatial modeling, working with relational database systems, and in the creation and maintenance of the systems.

iii. Knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS products including ArcPro, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Enterprise Portal, ArcMap, Arc Catalog, ArcGIS Online, Python, ArcSDE, asset management, and ability to learn products from ESRI included in the City’s ArcGIS Enterprise Agreement.

iv. Spatial reference, coordinate systems and projections.

v. Conversions and transformation of coordinate systems and projections.

vi. Thorough knowledge of database design and development, working with relational database systems, and in the creation and maintenance of the systems.

vii. Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn Crystal Reports.

viii. Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn object-oriented programming languages and web technologies.

b. Skilled in the operation of:

i. Personal computer operations, software maintenance and upgrades;

ii. Equipment specific to GIS operations, including, but not limited to: scanners, plotters, printers, and large format copiers;

iii. Accurately formulating information into a written report or document format;

iv. Accurately posting or recording information and maintaining spatial and tabular database information;

v. Conversions to acquired existing digital data to accomplish overlay and analysis procedures;

vi. Windows based desktop, laptops, and tablet computers; Apple iPhones, and iPads.

c. Abilities include:

i. Ability to analyze, interpret and develop solutions in a timely manner.

ii. Ability to visualize abstract concepts and effectively communicate them to others.

iii. Ability to utilize critical thinking and logic in dealing with systems problems.

iv. Ability to exercise sound, independent judgment and work with minimal supervision.

v. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and data.

vi. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with assigned supervisors, other City employees, elected officials, vendors, and the general public.

vii. Ability to interpret and apply Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws and regulations.

viii. Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language.

ix. Ability to effectively train staff.

x. Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions.

xi. Ability to create queries, expressions, and formulas to write effective technical reports, flowcharts, topological data and other related data.

xii. Ability to prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations.

xiii. Ability to operate a personal computer using standard or customized software applications appropriate to assigned tasks.

xiv. Ability to follow proper safety procedures; take proper care of City-owned equipment and tools.

xv. Ability to use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions.

xvi. Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines.

xvii. Ability and willingness to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology.

xviii. Ability to understand and define user requirements and recommend cost effective systems solutions.

xix. Ability to present facts clearly and accurately in oral, written, and graphic form.

G. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

a. Valid Montana Driver’s License or ability to obtain one upon hire.

b. History of satisfactory driving record.

H. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

a. Personal computer and related software

b. Equipment specific to GIS and GPS data collection and operations

c. Scanner, plotter, printers, and large format copier

I. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

a. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

b. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls. The employee occasionally is required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl;

c. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

J. WORK ENVIRONMENT:

a. Work is performed primarily in an office environment, with occasional outside trips for data collection or verification and site planning

b. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

K. SELECTION GUIDELINES

a. Formal application analyzed, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; other job related tests may be required.

b. The duties listed above 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 the position.

c. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

d. Kalispell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

*VEBA (Voluntary Employee Benefit Association) is a tax-exempt health reimbursement account used by employees and their eligible dependent to pay for eligible medical expenses. The plan is funded by an employee’s sick and/or vacation banked hours upon leaving City employment.

Posting Date: November 9, 2022

Closing Date: Open until filled with preference given to those who apply by December 5, 2022

NOTICE!

ONLY CANDIDATES SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.

A CITY APPLICATION CAN BE OBTAINED FROM:

· THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT WITH THE CITY OF KALISPELL, 201

1ST AVE EAST, KALISPELL, MONTANA, PHONE: (406)758-7757 or 758-7774 OR

· THE KALISPELL JOB SERVICE, 427 1st AVENUE EAST, KALISPELL, MONTANA.

PHONE (406)758-6200 OR

· ONLINE AT THE CITY OF KALISPELL’S WEBSITE AT: WWW.KALISPELL.COM

Approval:

Department Head/Supervisor

Date:

Approved:

Human Resources Director

Date:

Approval:

Acting City Manager

Date:

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,361.00 - $67,027.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Work Location: One location

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