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State of California

GIS Maintenance Analyst II

State of California, Santa Ana, California, United States, 92725


Under the general supervision of a Senior Landscape Architect (Sr.LA), the incumbent is the District 11 (D11) Division of Maintenance Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst II for the District Vegetation and Water Management Program. The incumbent independently performs a wide variety of complex GIS work for mapping, displaying, and reporting the vegetation and water management work funded by Maintenance and providing geospatial information to the Headquarters (HQ) Maintenance Office of Vegetation and Wildfire Management on monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. Vegetation and Water Management Program work to be converted to GIS data includes Maintenance field activities reported in Integrated Maintenance Management System (IMMS) (primarily C, E and G Families), such as landscaped areas, vegetation management strips, natural vegetation areas, and tree work. The incumbent also is responsible for service contracts, interagency agreements, converting various units of measure to "acres treated" to align with the performance metrics in the Maintenance Strategic Plan (MSP), the Caltrans Strategic Management Plan (SMP), and the Governor's Wildfire and Forest Resilience Task Force. Furthermore, the incumbent has primary District responsibility for mapping, displaying, and converting the District Vegetation and Water Management Plan, and extracting information from IMMS for the continued development and maintenance of the Division's GIS Program.

The position assists in the implementation and maintenance of GIS databases, capabilities, and services for the Division of Maintenance and emergency response activities. The incumbent assists in the design, testing, integration, and deployment of spatial and non-spatial databases as well as GIS web-based applications for Vegetation Management Program and other sections in the Division of Maintenance, and Departmental use. The incumbent may have lead responsibilities, work on multidisciplinary teams, or have primary responsibilities for a project or support activity. The GIS Maintenance Analyst represents the District, Division and Department on various GIS steering committees and technical working groups on matters relating to vegetation management. The Governor's Wildfire and Forest Resilience Task Force includes a Monitoring and Reporting Working Group, CALFIRE Fire Resource and Planning (FRAP) enterprise GIS and governance efforts. The incumbent is a technical support liaison and promotes knowledge and use of GIS technology, data governance, and data quality best practices within the Division. The incumbent often works with sensitive and confidential data used for GIS analysis and products for the highest levels in the Department involving policy and strategic matters.

PARF# 11-4-3052 JC-426945

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Research Data Analyst II Exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. The Research Data Analyst II Exam is located here: CalCareers

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Research Data Analyst I Exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. The Research Data Analyst I Exam is located here: CalCareers

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

Position(s) located in San Diego, San Diego County

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

For further details about this position and/or a copy of the duty statement for Research Data Analyst I, please contact Elizabeth Hamilton at (619) 930-7160 or email at Elizabeth.Hamilton @dot.ca.gov.

The work environment is fast-paced and requires considerable flexibility in managing time, priorities, and assignments. It can be demanding and/or difficult. Incumbent is required to travel to District Offices, other meeting facilities, and/or to the Offices of other State or Federal agencies across the State. The incumbent works in an office building in San Diego. While at the base of operation, the incumbent works in a climate-controlled office under artificial lighting. On occasion the incumbent is required to travel and conduct field work for data collection. Possession of a valid driver's license is required to operate a State owned or leased vehicle.

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans's evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee's designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.RESEARCH DATA ANALYST IIRESEARCH DATA ANALYST IAdditional Documents

Job Application Package ChecklistDuty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:JC-426945

Position #(s):911-602-5731-XXX

Working Title:GIS Maintenance Analyst II

Classification:RESEARCH DATA ANALYST II $6,265.00 - $7,848.00 A

Shall Consider:RESEARCH DATA ANALYST I$4,213.00 - $4,787.00 A$4,347.00 - $5,180.00 B$5,212.00 - $6,524.00 C

# of Positions:Multiple

Work Location:San Diego County

Telework:Hybrid

Job Type:Permanent, Full Time

Department InformationCaltrans Mission: Provide a safe and reliable transportation network that serves all people and respects the environment

Caltrans Vision: A brighter future for all through a world-class transportation network

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Caltrans is about celebrating diversity, valuing one another, and recognizing that Caltrans is strong not in spite of the diverse attributes of our workforce, but because of our diversity.

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov

Frequently Asked Questions for an Applicant: http://dot.ca.gov/jobs/docs/faq-ct-applicants-081617.pdf

Director's EEO Policy : https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunityDirector's EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Special Requirements

Statement of Qualifications - Applicants must also submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). The SOQ is a discussion of how an applicant's education, training, experience, and skills meet the criteria in the duty statement and qualify the applicant for this position.

• Failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may not be considered and may result in disqualification for the interview.• Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ.• The SOQ must follow the number format, must respond to the criteria below, must not exceed two pages in length, and be typed in size 11 font.

1. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience in approaching problems using a logical, systematic, and sequential approach; weighs priorities and recognizes underlying issues; ability to analyze structured and unstructured data and interpret statistical analysis.

2. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience in clearly expressing all forms of communication; gives feedback and is receptive to feedback received; knows that listening is essential; keeps others informed as appropriate; ability to develop maps, reports, charts and tables to effectively communicate information.

3. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience in finding effective solutions by using appropriate software and methodologies; experience with aerial imagery and Geographic Information System (GIS) software (ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online), relational databases, Sequel Server (SQL) and standard scripting languages such as Python and JavaScript; experience with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.

4. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience in researching, gathering, and compiling data to identify information needed to clarify a situation, seeking that information from appropriate sources; ability to test, validate and formulate data to request GIS solutions and products.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Here is a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

Application InstructionsCompleted applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.Final Filing Date: 4/30/2024Who May ApplyIndividuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To ApplyComplete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of TransportationAttn: Caltrans DHR Contact JC-4269451750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor

Santa Ana , CA 92705

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of TransportationCaltrans DHR Contact JC-4269451750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor

Santa Ana , CA 92705Closed on weekends and State holidays.08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.Statement of Qualifications -Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

BenefitsClick HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.

Contact InformationThe Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.Human Resources Contact:Stephanie Huynh(279) 234-2423Stephanie.Huynh@dot.ca.govHiring Unit Contact:Elizabeth Hamilton(619) 930-7160Elizabeth.Hamilton@dot.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.EEO Contact:Caltrans EEO Office(844) 368-3367Ask.eeo@dot.ca.govCalifornia Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Important Applications Instructions:

The STD. 678 is required, and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. For mailed or hand delivered applications to be considered for this position, you are required to include the Job Control (JC-426945), PARF# 11-4-3052 and title of the position (Research Data Analyst II) on the State application (STD. 678) form.

Electronic applications through your Cal Career Account are highly recommended.

Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your degree/transcripts or LICENSE/CERTIFICATE along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position.

NOTE: Do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State Application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only.

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It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.