Job Description

ANNOUNCEMENT OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

GIS Coordinator

Information Technology Department

Hiring Range:

$77,468.95 to $96,836.19 DOE

Pay Grade:

116

Full Pay Range:

$77,468.95 to $116,203.43 DOE

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Deadline to Apply:

03/14/2025

Benefits Summary

Major Benefits for Full-Time Regular Employees:

A diverse range of complimentary mental health and wellness services is available, including an Employee Assistance Program, a free subscription to Calm, and health coaching Paid time off up to 20 days in first year of employment 10 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per year Free employee only coverage for medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance Free family coverage for select medical and dental plans Pension and long-term disability through Arizona State Retirement System, click here for more details Supplemental benefits such as deferred compensation plans and additional life insurance

Position Summary:

Provides senior level technical, analytical, and applications support in multiple functional areas requiring geographical information system (GIS) geospatial data and mapping resources. performs challenging technical tasks using ESRI and associated GIS software to support the reliable operation of the City Departments. Key responsibilities include project management; analyzing user requirements; creating, integrating and maintaining interactive GIS applications, GIS layers and City databases. Performs moderately demanding tasks to assist in the customization of software and applications related to City operations.

Essential Duties:

Designs, implements, updates, and manages GIS software applications for deployment of maps and their related information in paper, digital, and web format employing industry best practices. Coordinates all data sharing, data collection, mapping needs, as well as reporting for different departments, agencies, consultants, general public, and public records requests; develops requirements of applications, hardware, and software to meet those needs. Supervises, reviews, and verifies the work of staff responsible for creating, gathering, and manipulating pertinent geographic data for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications. Recommends and assists in the implementation of goals and objectives; establishes schedules and methods for providing GIS services; implements policies and procedures. Analyses and interprets geographic data; ensures that data quality standards are consistently maintained. Coordinates GIS data conversion and cartographic production activities; prepares maps, drawings, spreadsheets, data files, and other documentation. Creates and maintains user permissions, system privileges, passwords, and other security methods for securing access to GIS environments. Develops, creates, and maintains GIS layers/data elements for all City departments and functions consistent with existing standards. Performs digitizing and importing/converting non-spatial data from other sources as required; performs quality control checks. Interprets plans, photographs, maps, and legal descriptions; provides information to the public, other departments, and developers on mapping and various engineering data. Performs duties using a variety of engineering and mapping software and computer peripherals including GPS, scripting for automated data integration and geo-processing, plotters, printers, and scanners. Represents the City in public and official meetings with other cities, counties, government entities, professional groups, and vendors on GIS matters. Participates in the preparation and administration of the GIS budget; submits budget recommendations; monitors expenditures; evaluates and recommends acquisition of computer hardware and software as necessary. Provides advanced technical support in the operation of GIS devices or uses of the software. Provides training and assistance to City staff with GIS and GPS programs. Develops and documents GIS and GPS procedures. Provides various reports on operations and activities; identifies opportunities for improvements and recommends to the IT Director. Provide project management; develop project plans and detailed project objectives; develop and guide project timelines; assess and manage risks; manage issues.

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience:


Bachelor's degree, or Master's preferred, in Computer Science, Geographic Information Systems, or closely related area; ten (10) years of full time experience in or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

Licensing, Certification, and Other Requirements:


Individuals with GISP Certification are preferred.

Employee Core Beliefs

City of Prescott employees should seek to uphold the City's core beliefs throughout their day-to-day business and with every customer they come in contact with, both internal and external. Our core beliefs are: Act with Integrity, Work as a Team, Have Personal Commitment and Loyalty, Solve Problems, Take Pride In Excellent Results, High Level of Productivity and Being Nice.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

Current GIS and computer industry technology, practices, trends, and terminology. GIS Infrastructure: On premise services, cloud based services, data collection hardware and software Database Infrastructure: Integration between Microsoft SQL and ArcGIS Programming Language: Python and T-SQL and Arcade for scripting Web?based application development, for desktop and mobile devices, and database integration. Principals and concepts of business process and software design; relational and distributed database technology; networks and communications; and project management in a Municiple environment. Current trends in information technology software, business systems, hardware, networks, and communications. Software applications such as asset management, CAD, utility billing, inspections, permitting, and case management. Skill in planning and implementing automated computer systems and programs. Skill in overseeing and performing systems analysis, programming, and customizing of computer software. Skill in analyzing, diagnosing, and resolving computer systems and identifying network problems. Skill in creating and maintaining technical documentation. Skill in supervising, evaluating, training, and motivating employees. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with state/federa/local officials, elected officials, department heads, employees and their representatives, GIS/GPS hardware and software vendors, business and professional groups and the general public. Analyze systems data and situations, identify problems, make decisions, and take appropriate action. Data import and export routines and report writing applications. Troubleshoot software problems and make appropriate modifications and repairs. Prepare accurate correspondence, reports, diagrams, graphs, charts, exhibits, displays, and other descriptive material. Supervise, train, plan, organize, schedule, assign, review and evaluate the work of assigned staff to most effectively meet the needs of the City departments and services. Respond appropriately, effectively, and promptly to the needs of internal and external customers using principles of good customer service. Collect, organize and analyze data and conduct any data entry functions accurately and timely. Communicate effectively and explain software usage to computer users of all skill levels. Communicate effectively orally and in written format in a variety of situations and formats Participate in the development and implementation of city-wide IT goals, objectives, policies, and priorities. Provide strategic direction in line with current technology. Procurement of software, hardware, service agreements that may include the need to negotiate and utilize public bidding process (RFP, RFQ). Provide training to technical staff as required for operational needs. Evaluate and recommend software, hardware, and services for purchase. Organize and prioritize work, and meet critical time deadlines.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Work is performed in a standard City office environment. Safely lifts and carries computer equipment and other materials weighing up to 30 pounds.

Successful candidate will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:

Drug screening Motor vehicle records check Criminal background screening

City of Prescott Contact Information


201 N. Montezuma Street, Suite 207


Prescott, AZ 86301


Email: hr@prescott-az.gov


Website: www.prescott-az.gov


Phone: 928-777-1410 / Fax: 928-832-1222



In accordance with A.R.S. 23 - 493, this position has been identified as "Safety Sensitive". The City of Prescott is an EEO/ADA reasonable accommodation employer.