At Coconino County, public service matters. Our dedication to public service promotes a culture that elicits employee growth, cultivates inspiration, and creates future leaders by empowering employees to solve internal and external customer needs and exceed customer service expectations.  As an award-winning organization with high regard for cultural diversity and the positive contributions of the many thriving cultures within our county, our nation, and our society, Coconino County leads a variety of initiatives that celebrate diversity; from our Annual Diversity Day, and monthly Heritage Lunch & Learns, to book clubs, and professional development academies which target diverse workforce segments. Coconino County's respect for diversity is shared throughout the organization. Be part of this optimistic, innovative team where outstanding customer service creates dynamic solutions and engages leadership at every level.

Under general supervision, performs work of moderate difficulty in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) management, including design, maintenance, data analysis, interpretation, and modeling support. Performs other duties as assigned.

Please Note: This position is up to 75% remote work and 25% minimum in office time. When working remotely, 1-hour response time is required for urgent IT matters and is subject to change at any time.

This position will require the successful completion of a Criminal Justice Information Services fingerprint and background clearance within 90 days of employment, this must be maintained throughout employment. 

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• Develops, designs, maintains, implements updates, and manages integrated GIS systems. 
• Reviews, analyzes, and converts various maps, parcel records, and engineering documents into GIS. 
• Utilizes scripting languages and creates GIS models. 
• Uses various software and extensions to perform complex GIS analysis. 
• Meets with users to analyze geographic information requirements and develop solutions. 
• Research new technologies and methodologies for automating GIS solutions. 
• Provides training or instruction to other County employees on GIS applications and practices. 
• Supports users of GIS desktop systems by troubleshooting problems, installing systems, and configuring software. 
• Participates in special projects to support GIS, including adding and developing new data layers. 
• Creates maps displaying different themes to meet specific needs. 
• Maintains system integrity and security.

Essential functions include but are not limited to: sitting and using repetitive hand-wrist motion for data analysis and computer work; working around and with other staff and county departments; working effectively in a remote office environment; communicating in ordinary conversation and technical presentations.

Bachelor's degree in geography, urban planning, environmental science, or related field, and two years of progressively responsible experience with Geographical Information Systems, programming, systems analysis, or integration and management, OR

Associate degree in geography, urban planning, environmental science, or related field, and three years of progressively responsible experience with Geographical Information Systems, programming, systems analysis, or integration and management, OR  

Four years of progressively responsible experience with Geographical Information Systems, programming, systems analysis, or integration and management, OR  

Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

This position is non-exempt from overtime.

The ideal candidate will be an energetic, enthusiastic self-starter with a strong focus on the customer experience. They will contribute to the successful delivery of GIS services, have a vision to assist County departments with their GIS needs, and foster effective working relationships. The candidate should be a creative problem-solver who enjoys challenges, with a demonstrated willingness to take initiative.

Preferred qualifications include experience building and maintaining mapping applications using ESRI's ArcGIS desktop or online platforms, managing and administering spatial and non-spatial data, within a traditional and branch versioned SDE database or File Geodatabase.

Considerable knowledge of:

• GIS software such as ArcMap, ArcPro, 3D Analyst, and Spatial Analyst 
• Digitizing and data manipulation procedures, including advanced editing techniques 
• Database design, computer system design, network concepts, testing procedures, backup and recovery, and security processes 
• GIS programming and customization techniques 
• Statistics and spatial data analysis

Working knowledge of:

• Governmental budgeting and purchasing policies
• Cartographic principles and methods

Ability to:

• Analyze complex data and problems, recommending systemic improvements 
• Acquire and stay current with new technology trends 
• Prepare and maintain complex reports and records 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public 
• Work safely and promote a culture of workplace safety 
• Follow written and oral instructions 
• Work independently or as part of a team to prioritize tasks and develop contingency plans for multiple projects 
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.