GIS Data Analyst chez Lucas County

The Lucas County Engineer's Office seeks a GIS Data Analyst to provide technical work in managing complex GIS projects. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: For purposes of 42 USC 12101: 

95% (1)  Provides technical support in activities related to the Office’s Geographic Information System (GIS) program as follows:

• Evaluates and provides assessments of Public Works assets throughout their lifecycle by transforming and integrating new and existing data. Develops data collection plans using various methods, new technology, documenting processes, and performing change management when needed to support multiple departments’ strategic goals.

• Creates complex reports, dashboards, mapping tools, and applications using various software, including ESRI ArcGIS products, to effectively support decision-making.

• Facilitates data exchange and data integrity between the GIS and the asset management system (Trimble Unity).

• Develops ArcGIS Online and Enterprise Portal web maps and apps that support multiple county department workflows / data, county field staff access and collection, and transparency to the public.

• Creates tools and queries that monitor and validate data integrity and accuracy.

• Provides end user support and training to internal staff, and occasionally, the public.

• Assists in the upgrading and migration of software programs by testing and evaluating; recreating or updating GIS applications and tools as needed. 

•  Stays current with emerging GIS and related software technologies and provide strategic recommendations.

• Provides GIS expertise to continuously improve and enhance data workflows.

• Coordinates with users, process owners, departments, technical teams, and consultants. 

5% (2)   Attends professional education and training sessions, seminars, and workshops as directed.  Must demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.  Maintains required licenses and certifications.  Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMAL ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS: 

Knowledge of:  GIS, asset management, and permitting program programs and services (City Works/ Trimble Unity Preferred), current trends and resources, and demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge; applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations as well as regulatory processes; government functions and organizations affecting county government.

Skill in:  project management; analyzing, interpreting and presenting technical data. 

Ability to:  conduct research, plan projects and use statistical analysis; address and coordinate the resolution of complex issues; ability to work independent of direct supervision; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, representatives of government, the private sector, and the general public; effectively participate in multi-disciplinary teams, to be a leader when appropriate, and have a demonstrated ability to achieve desired results through the application of team concepts; develop and execute work plans with measurable outcomes that meet organizational objectives; communicate effectively, in both verbal and written forms; prepare queries, reports, letters, charts, maps and other documents with strong attention to detail; use Microsoft Office products, GIS software and computer databases; employs strong organizational and time management skills.  

QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:  An example of acceptable qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Planning, Engineering, Computer Science, or closely related field and minimum of three (3) years of experience in any one of the following:  ESRI Technologies (ArcGIS Pro and extensions, geodatabases, ArcGIS Enterprise, Python, Arcade), SQL databases and queries, reporting software.

Excellent organization skills, attention to detail.

Effective communication skills, both verbal and written

Ability to work on several projects, issues, or requests simultaneously, with little direction.

Technical aptitude through strong analytical skills, organizational skills, problem identification and troubleshooting skills, creativity and critical thinking skills.

Must hold valid driver’s license with driving privileges in the State of Ohio and an insurable driving record. 

Familiarity with Cityworks AMS preferred. 

Familiarity with computer-aided drafting tools (AutoCAD) preferred. 

Experience with ArcGIS Model Builder, ArcGIS Arcade (Attribute Rules) & Python preferred.

EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE OPERATED: 

Operation of motor vehicle; Operation of standard office equipment and software to perform tasks outlined above. 

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS:  The following are examples only and are not intended to be fully inclusive.

Work is primarily performed in a standard office setting. May require travel to other office sites. Overtime as required.  

BENEFITS:

In addition to competitive wages, the Lucas County Engineer's Office provides a generous benefits package which includes:

• Affordable health insurance (Single or Family Plan)
• Free dental and vision insurance
• Free life insurance
• Affordable voluntary insurance plans (Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Plans, etc.)
• Wellness program activities and reimbursements (Fitness Memberships, Smoking Cessation Programs, Cardiac Rehabilitation Programs, Weight Management)
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (Sick, Personal, Vacation, Holidays)
• Professional Development Assistance
• Pension- Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS)
• Pre-Tax and Post-Tax Deferred Compensation Programs
• Quality Work/Life Balance

The Lucas County Engineer's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer.