GIS ENGINEER

Position Overview Under general supervision, assists in the development and maintenance of all facets of a City-wide Geographic Information System (GIS); works closely with various City departments to assist and coordinate in the development of GIS applications that facilitate the operational and customer service needs of the department; acts as a project leader for GIS assignments; performs high level spatial analytical work; develops, writes, tests, and implements GIS software; performs complex database manipulation; develops and maintains City base map and associated layers; assists in the training of staff and users; and performs other work as assigned. Knowledge and Application Principles and techniques of GIS; GIS software; spatial analysis and statistics, programming languages and relational databases; principles of map design; methods for importing and exporting data between GIS and other computer systems; projections and survey coordinate systems. At least two of the following GIS programs: ArcGIS (ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Online) or other GIS Application such as GeoCortex; at least one of the following programming languages: Visual Basic, VBA, VB.NET, C#.NET, C++, or a scripting language (such as python or VB script); SQL (Structured Query Language); at least one of the following database programs: Microsoft SQL Server, and Microsoft Access; Windows operating system; AutoCAD, GPS, and tax parcel recording process. Training and Experience Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Geographic Information Systems, Geography, or related field. Two years of recent experience working with a variety of GIS applications, preferably in local (municipal) government or equivalent combination of education and experience. Possession of a valid California Class "C" Driver's License. Must be able to pass a police background check. Salary (The salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on the position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization). Benefits Paid health, dental, and vision plans CalPERS benefits Deferred compensation match Paid holiday, sick, and vacation time Educational reimbursement and wellness reimbursement Educational incentives and much more #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Cathedral City