GIS Analyst
- Employer
- Orange County Property Appraiser
- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Salary
- Not specified
- Posted
- Jul 27, 2018
- Closes
- Sep 25, 2018
- Industry
- Government, Technology
- Category
- IT
Sumamry
Position is responsible for maintaining the geographic information system (GIS) programs and datasets in support of an integrated GIS and computer assisted mass appraisal system. Promotes GIS usability by analyzing GIS data, GIS software products, desktop applications, Internets and Intranets.
Position reports to the Manager, GIS and under the direction of the Director, Information Technology. Position is also under the oversight of the Chief Operating Officer and guidance of the Property Appraiser.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has direct reports.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assists in conducting GIS needs assessments with agency staff and system partners.
- Creates and maintains agency and third-party GIS datasets on Enterprise GIS systems.
- Conducts analysis of agency datasets using GIS tools as needed.
- Assists agency staff in preparing GIS maps, posters and presentations as required.
- Performs data file transfers and conversions.
- Responds to GIS data requests from outside users and the general public
- Assist in GIS analysis and provide support during emergency operations.
- Assists other departments as necessary. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements
- Bachelor degree’s in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), geography, urban planning, computer science, geodetic science, or related field from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of experience in ArcGIS.
- Must have at least (2) years of experience with a demonstrated knowledge in ArcInfo (or ArcGIS).
- Must have at least two (2) years of experience with Microsoft Windows, and working knowledge of ESRI Geodatabases.
- Must demonstrate good verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills. Must have excellent analytical and cartography skills.
- Good judgment and analytical skills, strong follow-up and organizational skills are paramount skills for the successful candidate.
- Critical thinking and detail oriented work ethic.
- Must be a good listener and communicator, have experience communicating with all levels of management and interacting with clients.
- Flexibility to handle multiple diverse scenarios simultaneously, as well as, handling quick deadlines and prioritizing tasks appropriately.
- Excellent problem solving skills.
NOTE: Each year of required education may be substituted by two (2) years of work experience. Each year of required experience may be substituted by two (2) years of additional education.
Special Provisions
While employed by the Orange County Property Appraiser (OCPA), must not for gratis or for compensation: engage in any real estate activities such as, but not limited to, buying, selling or acting as a broker for others; appraise property; sell OCPA computerized database information; engage in any outside computer programming or consulting. Employees and members of their household may not own or hold financial interest in an appraisal business.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, crouch or crawl, use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. Lift and/or move 20 pounds on an occasional basis. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Additional physical and/or mental requirements that occur may not be listed above, but are inherent in performing the position’s essential functions.
Special Working Conditions
All county employees may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation (i.e. Hurricane).
At-Will Statement
Employment at the Orange County Property Appraiser’s Office is on an “at-will” basis. It may be terminated at any time, with or without cause by either the employee or employer. It is not guaranteed, contracted or promised for any length of time. No person other than the Orange County Property Appraiser has the authority to alter the at-will status of your employment or to enter into any employment contract with you. The Orange County Property Appraiser reserves the right to change, amend or revoke rates of pay, terms and conditions of your employment and job offers at any time.