Chesterfield County, VA
GIS Specialist
Chesterfield County, VA, Chesterfield, Virginia, United States, 23838
Salary:
$53,668.00 - $72,451.00 Annually
Location :
Chesterfield, VA
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Number:
25-00352
Department:
Utilities
Opening Date:
10/21/2024
Closing Date:
12/15/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Minimum Qualifications
Associate's degree in geography, cartography, engineering or a related field; one year of responsible experience working with geographical information systems (GIS) or in performing computer aided drafting and mapping and/or one year of experience in GPS collection and surveying; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Working knowledge of principles and concepts of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or Computer Aided Drafting (CAD); of cartographic techniques. Skill in utilizing computer aided drafting and mapping tools and programs, preferably AutoCAD software and ESRI-based GIS software and its applications; in utilizing a personal computer and related software and other standard office equipment. Ability to collect, interpret and integrate relevant data from multiple sources; to communicate effectively orally and in writing; to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers.
Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.
Duties
The County of Chesterfield is currently recruiting for the position of GIS Specialist for the Engineering Data Management Section of the Utilities department. The GIS Specialist has a broad range of responsibilities related to the maintenance of the Utility Department's GIS related data; to include routine updates to the water, sewer, and easement GIS layers; the creation and maintenance of utility schematics via computer aided drafting software. Duties will include reading and transcribing engineering plans, field notes, and easement plats as necessary, Verifying water and sewer availability for the public. Performs other work as required. This position is part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.
PLEASE NOTE:
Position open until filled (first review to begin October 28, 2024).Shift
Monday - Friday; 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Work Location
Utilities
Chesterfield County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
For information on county benefits, view
01
What is your highest level of education completed? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)
Some High SchoolHigh School/GEDSome College2 year College degree (Associate's)4 year College degree (Bachelor's)Master's Degree
02
How many years of experience do you have using ESRI ArcGIS software? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)
Less than 1 year1 - 3 years3 - 5 years5 - 10 years10 - 15 yearsMore than 15 years
03
How many years of experience do you have using AutoCAD software? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)
Less than 1 year1 - 3 years3 - 5 years5 - 10 years10 - 15 yearsMore than 15 years
04
How many years of experience do you have drawing using bearing and distance methods? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)
Less than 1 year1 - 3 years3 - 5 years5 - 10 years10 - 15 yearsMore than 15 years
Required Question
$53,668.00 - $72,451.00 Annually
Location :
Chesterfield, VA
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Number:
25-00352
Department:
Utilities
Opening Date:
10/21/2024
Closing Date:
12/15/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Minimum Qualifications
Associate's degree in geography, cartography, engineering or a related field; one year of responsible experience working with geographical information systems (GIS) or in performing computer aided drafting and mapping and/or one year of experience in GPS collection and surveying; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Working knowledge of principles and concepts of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or Computer Aided Drafting (CAD); of cartographic techniques. Skill in utilizing computer aided drafting and mapping tools and programs, preferably AutoCAD software and ESRI-based GIS software and its applications; in utilizing a personal computer and related software and other standard office equipment. Ability to collect, interpret and integrate relevant data from multiple sources; to communicate effectively orally and in writing; to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers.
Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.
Duties
The County of Chesterfield is currently recruiting for the position of GIS Specialist for the Engineering Data Management Section of the Utilities department. The GIS Specialist has a broad range of responsibilities related to the maintenance of the Utility Department's GIS related data; to include routine updates to the water, sewer, and easement GIS layers; the creation and maintenance of utility schematics via computer aided drafting software. Duties will include reading and transcribing engineering plans, field notes, and easement plats as necessary, Verifying water and sewer availability for the public. Performs other work as required. This position is part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.
PLEASE NOTE:
Position open until filled (first review to begin October 28, 2024).Shift
Monday - Friday; 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Work Location
Utilities
Chesterfield County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
For information on county benefits, view
01
What is your highest level of education completed? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)
Some High SchoolHigh School/GEDSome College2 year College degree (Associate's)4 year College degree (Bachelor's)Master's Degree
02
How many years of experience do you have using ESRI ArcGIS software? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)
Less than 1 year1 - 3 years3 - 5 years5 - 10 years10 - 15 yearsMore than 15 years
03
How many years of experience do you have using AutoCAD software? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)
Less than 1 year1 - 3 years3 - 5 years5 - 10 years10 - 15 yearsMore than 15 years
04
How many years of experience do you have drawing using bearing and distance methods? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)
Less than 1 year1 - 3 years3 - 5 years5 - 10 years10 - 15 yearsMore than 15 years
Required Question