Local government is a purposeful journey where you can make a difference and help improve life for our thousands of citizens. With over 2000 employees in more than 30 departments, there's sure to be a position for YOU, whether you're just starting out or a seasoned pro. When you work for Pinal County, you'll have access to a wide range of benefits like comprehensive healthcare options and unmatched retirement plans that are the best in Arizona. 

• An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work-Life Balance. 
• Paid Vacation And Sick Leave
  • 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
    • After Three (3) Years of Service, 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
    • After Five (5) Years of Service, 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
• Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish
• 13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
• Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years
  • Two-Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service
  • Three-Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service
  • Four-Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
  • Four-Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
•   Comprehensive Wellness Program
  • Quarterly Wellness Challenges 
  • Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite
  • Vaccination Clinics
  • Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events
  • Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite
  • Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite
  • Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online
  • Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi
• Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!
• Variety of Top Tier Affordable Medical Plans - Six Different Medical Plans to Choose From
  • Some Medical Plans with Zero Employee Premium Cost
• Dental and Vision Plans 
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Telehealth 
• Qualified Employer - Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program - Department of Education
• Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options
• Civil Service Leave 
• Van Pool Options
• Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid
• Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses
• Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance. 

Additionally, collaborate with a talented team committed to making Pinal County an outstanding place for residents and staff. Working at Pinal County is an investment in YOU. Apply today and find out why Pinal County is more than just a job. 

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JOB SUMMARY

Update, maintain, and evaluate Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, develop custom maps and reports, update County websites, and provide support for GIS users under basic supervision.  

• Learn maintenance skills and techniques for managing the GIS program hardware, software, database, and servers. 
• Review survey data, source maps, photographs, automated mapping products, and other records to determine data quality, accuracy, and consistency.
• Use established GIS software programs, commands, and compilation methods to manipulate data and generate special purpose maps and GIS products.
• Assist in updating and maintaining special purpose digital maps for County departments and public agencies as directed.
• Assist in updating and maintaining the County's GIS database according to department’s policies and procedures.
• Assist in correcting data and making revisions in response to changes and additional data sets integrated into GIS.
• Update component layers of GIS data.
• Assist in training County staff, provide assistance to departments, clients, and the general public in obtaining information, and research and compile materials and maps.
• Assist in compiling geographic data from a variety of sources.
• Scan, rectify, and digitize data, edit and refine GIS data, update database, and perform quality control checks to assure data integrity.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information.
• Perform other related duties as required.

 POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES: 

• Review Site Plans to ensure Pinal County Street Naming and Addressing Ordinances are adhered to
• Review PLATs to ensure Pinal County Street Naming and Addressing Ordinances are adhered to
• Create new, and maintain existing, address points to ensure accuracy of the address database utilizing GIS tools
• Assist residents to resolve addressing questions and issues
• coordinate with other County departments to ensure accuracy in the address database
• Coordinate with outside agencies (Cities, USPS) to ensure accuracy in address databases throughout Pinal county and other systems
• Coordinate with County departments to create and maintain street centerline data using GIS tools 

• Associate’s degree in Drafting, Computer Science, or Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or related field.
• One (1) year of experience developing and maintaining a spatial database in an ESRI GIS program application.   
• Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.

 Preferred Qualifications: 

• Arizona residents must have an Arizona Driver’s License upon hire; newly established Arizona Residents must have one within 30 days of hire.

• Knowledge of principles and practices of GIS and CAD, including data compilation and conversion, database management systems, graphics applications and overlays, spatial models for computer analysis, and security guidelines and procedures.
• Knowledge of capabilities of computer systems, including networked environments, relational databases, and specialized software applications.
• Knowledge of system access and security guidelines and standards.
• Skill in developing, manipulating, and analyzing geographic information in a variety of data formats and projections.
• Skill in interpreting technical instructions and analyzing complex variables.

  PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work is light and requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects.  The work also requires the ability to finger, reach, perform repetitive motion, hear, speak, and demonstrate mental and visual acuity.

 WORK ENVIRONMENT:      

Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires the ability to be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs.

The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

 We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value professionalism and treating others with respect. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration and may impact your future Pinal County applications.  The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval.
 

All qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States are welcome to apply. However, visa sponsorship is not available.  Pinal County does not participate in STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT).

Pinal County requires pre-employment screening, which includes a Motor Vehicle Record check, a comprehensive background check (encompassing employment, education, and criminal history), and drug testing for safety-sensitive roles. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify candidates from employment. Employment offers are contingent on successful pre-employment screening.  If driving is a requirement of the position, you must have a valid Arizona State Driver's License in accordance with Arizona State Law.  

Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties, just as though they were actually written out in this description.