National Guard Employment Network
GIS (Geographical Information Systems) Analyst - Dpt. of Public Health
National Guard Employment Network, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Job Description
Under supervision, uses Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software to create data, maintain databases and produce maps and other graphic materials, and performs related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIESAccesses the City's GIS data repository to obtain base map data and data layersGathers and updates field data using Global Positioning System (GPS) and other surveying instrumentsAssists in the creation of new data layers for inclusion in the department's databasePrepares maps and reports with appropriate data layers illustrating requested data in geographic format to meet users' needs (e.g., use in Web applications)Reviews data sets provided by department staff for use in creating GIS mapsUses spreadsheets and GIS software to convert data sets to a GIS formatGeocodes data files and manipulates data layersAssists in monitoring data files on the server and managing file storage disk spaceAssists departmental GIS users in accessing GIS data and using the software to produce mapsUses scripting language to create user interfaces and to automate time consuming or complicated tasksAssists in the design and maintenance of GIS databases and the City's centralized GIS repositoryAdditional duties may be required for this position
Certificates/Security Clearances/Other
THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE
Location:
1920 S. Western Ave., 2nd Floor, Chicago, IL 60608
Salary and Benefit Information:
For more information regarding compensation with the City of Chicago, please visit: https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2023_2024_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdfFor more information regarding benefits please visit: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.htmlCOMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:
To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces, and/or residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA) and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates to be referred to departments for consideration. These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders, as Collective Bargaining Agreements define the hiring process for bidders. For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates.
Employee Vaccination Requirement:
City of Chicago employees must, as a condition of employment, be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 effective October 15, 2021. This Policy applies to all City employees. If you are not able to receive the vaccine for medical or religious reasons, you may seek approval for an exemption in accordance with applicable City processes. For more information on the vaccine policy please visit: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dhr/supp_info/city-of-chicago-employee-vaccination-policy.html
ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.
The City of Chicago in an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Sciences, Information Technology/Systems, Geography, Urban Planning, or a directly related field; ANDone (1) year of experience using GIS software; ORan equivalent combination of education, training and experience.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER WORK REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge
Moderate knowledge of:
methods and techniques of database analysis and design (e.g., geographic data processing and cartographic methods and procedures)geographic information systems including hardware, software (e.g., ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS online), and communication technologiesSome knowledge of:
operation and installation of hardware and peripheral equipmentcomputer operating systemsdata security policies and processesspace management, file back up, and restoration/disaster recovery techniquesWeb design principles and technologies Knowledge of applicable City and department policies, procedures, rules, and regulationsSkills
ACTIVE LEARNING - Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-makingACTIVE LISTENING - Give full attention to what other people are saying, take time to understand the points being made, ask questions as appropriate, and not interrupt at inappropriate timesCRITICAL THINKING - Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problemsMATHEMATICS - Use mathematics to solve problemsCOMPLEX PROBLEM SOLVING - Identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutionsSYSTEMS ANALYSIS - Determine how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomesPROGRAMMING - Write computer programs for various purposesQUALITY CONTROL ANALYSIS - Conduct tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performanceTECHNOLOGY DESIGN - Generate or adapt equipment and technology to serve user needs
Under supervision, uses Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software to create data, maintain databases and produce maps and other graphic materials, and performs related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIESAccesses the City's GIS data repository to obtain base map data and data layersGathers and updates field data using Global Positioning System (GPS) and other surveying instrumentsAssists in the creation of new data layers for inclusion in the department's databasePrepares maps and reports with appropriate data layers illustrating requested data in geographic format to meet users' needs (e.g., use in Web applications)Reviews data sets provided by department staff for use in creating GIS mapsUses spreadsheets and GIS software to convert data sets to a GIS formatGeocodes data files and manipulates data layersAssists in monitoring data files on the server and managing file storage disk spaceAssists departmental GIS users in accessing GIS data and using the software to produce mapsUses scripting language to create user interfaces and to automate time consuming or complicated tasksAssists in the design and maintenance of GIS databases and the City's centralized GIS repositoryAdditional duties may be required for this position
Certificates/Security Clearances/Other
THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE
Location:
1920 S. Western Ave., 2nd Floor, Chicago, IL 60608
Salary and Benefit Information:
For more information regarding compensation with the City of Chicago, please visit: https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2023_2024_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdfFor more information regarding benefits please visit: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.htmlCOMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:
To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces, and/or residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA) and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates to be referred to departments for consideration. These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders, as Collective Bargaining Agreements define the hiring process for bidders. For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates.
Employee Vaccination Requirement:
City of Chicago employees must, as a condition of employment, be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 effective October 15, 2021. This Policy applies to all City employees. If you are not able to receive the vaccine for medical or religious reasons, you may seek approval for an exemption in accordance with applicable City processes. For more information on the vaccine policy please visit: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dhr/supp_info/city-of-chicago-employee-vaccination-policy.html
ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.
The City of Chicago in an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Sciences, Information Technology/Systems, Geography, Urban Planning, or a directly related field; ANDone (1) year of experience using GIS software; ORan equivalent combination of education, training and experience.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER WORK REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge
Moderate knowledge of:
methods and techniques of database analysis and design (e.g., geographic data processing and cartographic methods and procedures)geographic information systems including hardware, software (e.g., ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS online), and communication technologiesSome knowledge of:
operation and installation of hardware and peripheral equipmentcomputer operating systemsdata security policies and processesspace management, file back up, and restoration/disaster recovery techniquesWeb design principles and technologies Knowledge of applicable City and department policies, procedures, rules, and regulationsSkills
ACTIVE LEARNING - Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-makingACTIVE LISTENING - Give full attention to what other people are saying, take time to understand the points being made, ask questions as appropriate, and not interrupt at inappropriate timesCRITICAL THINKING - Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problemsMATHEMATICS - Use mathematics to solve problemsCOMPLEX PROBLEM SOLVING - Identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutionsSYSTEMS ANALYSIS - Determine how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomesPROGRAMMING - Write computer programs for various purposesQUALITY CONTROL ANALYSIS - Conduct tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performanceTECHNOLOGY DESIGN - Generate or adapt equipment and technology to serve user needs