Description
* Salary Grade SG110* * Recruitment Range: $52,404.00 - $65,451.00 *
** Salary offered will be determined based on directly related experience **
* Work Location is Town Hall Clayton, NC (Johnston County) *
The Town of Clayton is seeking applicants for a GIS Technician for the Information Systems Department. The Town of Clayton employs more than 340 full-time staff in areas including police, fire, and electric utilities. The Town of Clayton also offers a range of PT positions including positions in Parks & Rec, Library, and Cultural Arts.
The Town of Clayton is the fastest growing town in Johnston County, which is the fastest growing county in the State of North Carolina. The vision for the Town of Clayton includes a thriving town where growth contributes to the quality of life enjoyed by long-time residents and newcomers alike; easy access but with an atmosphere that feels smaller than it is; a system of parks and greenways that connect people and places; neighborhoods with a variety of quality living options; a town that offers opportunities for people to live, create, shop and eat; a bustling and historic downtown, and businesses that are successful, growing, and investing in the community.
Duties & Responsibilities
Performs responsible technical mapping and database up-keep to maintain the GIS records for the Town’s utility systems and produces varied land maps and develops GIS-based solutions to respond to departmental needs and requests.
An employee in this class is responsible for the field collection and verification of GIS data for the Town’s water, wastewater and stormwater systems. Work includes going into the field with specialized equipment to verify GIS data, uploading and editing GIS data from the Cityworks work order system, performing analysis on data as requested and creating maps for use by Public Works personnel and other Town staff. Employee also performs queries using SQL on the GIS and Cityworks databases and creates reports and digitizes as-built drawings. Independent judgment and initiative are exercised within established system structure and standards. Work involves public contact and requires tact and courtesy, and teamwork to accomplish the duties. Accuracy and attention to detail in entering data is critical in performing the work. Duties require working with hardware and software configurations; adding layers of information to system; and coordination of GIS data and applications with other departments. Work is performed under the supervision of the GIS Manager. Work is reviewed by observation, review of products produced, and feedback from the public.
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Collects, imports, queries, reviews and exports departmental GIS information.
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Conducts field checks of utilities and operates GPS equipment to verify validity of data.
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Transfers geographic data from work order system, prepared maps, GPS collection device and as-built data received from developers or other agencies into the Town’s GIS system.
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Corrects and edits GIS data by updating and correcting attribute and positional accuracy of spatial data features; creates additional data layers as needed.
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Designs, creates and maintains maps and reproduces GIS maps from the system.
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Scans in development plans; digitizes information such as as-builts, permit sets, and construction drawings of all Town development projects.
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Writes SQL queries and creates various report for use by Public Works staff and other Town personnel.
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Educates co-workers and Town staff about GIS and its efficient use.
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Maintains GIS and GPS software and equipment.
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Performs other duties as required.
Special Requirements, Education & Experience
- Considerable knowledge of design and operations as related to GIS and their specialized hardware and software applications.
- Considerable knowledge of personal computers, computer work stations, GPS equipment, and applications relating to GIS.
- Considerable knowledge in analyzing and diagnosing problems associated with an automated GIS environment.
- Working knowledge of ESRI GIS platform, GIS concepts and GIS and GPS technology.
- General knowledge of related operational utilities, work order systems and databases, mapping, and analytical system requirements.
- Ability to perform analysis of GIS data and develop solutions to GIS problems.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with departments, property owners, users, and employees using the system.
- Ability to read and understand construction drawings and as-built plans and extract and digitize needed data for GIS system.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, supervisors, employees in other departments, and the general public.
- Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms and carry out instructions
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Planning, Engineering or related major field preferred.
- Five years related GIS mapping experience.
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Depending on the position, the Town may consider an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.
*SUBMIT OFFICIAL APPLICATION USING THE TOWN'S CAREER WEBSITE*
If you have technical issues submitting your application, please call the NEOGOV (governmentjobs.com) Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the Human Resources Office. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. To check the status of your application, please log on to your NEOGOV account and click “Application Status”. It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application. Normal processing time for applications is 30-45 days from the closing date of the posting.
To obtain veterans preference, you must scan and upload a copy of your DD-214 or discharge orders. Degrees must be accredited by the U.S. Department of Education. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. Attached or incorporated resumes (including Text Resume’s on the on-line application) WILL NOT be used for screening for qualifying credit. “See Resume” or “See Attachment” WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completing an on-line application form. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. Credit and motor checks are required for some administrative, finance and operational positions. Applicants will be required to take and pass a Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol screen once they are verbally given a conditional offer of employment. Depending on the position, employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol screens throughout their employment. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
Town of Clayton employees enjoy many benefits including a retirement pension plan, 401K membership, Paid Vacation, Sick and Holiday Leave, State Health Plan, and various other benefits. Benefits information can be found by going directly to the Town of Clayton website at: https://www.townofclaytonnc.org/251/Benefits.
When a salary range is posted, the actual salary will be based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills & abilities, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. The Town of Clayton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring salary will not exceed hiring pay range unless approved by the Town Manager.
Applications may be reviewed to determine if applicants education and experience is more applicable to other vacant positions within the Town.
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