Specialist, Planning & GIS

General Definition of Work

The Planning & GIS Specialist, under moderate supervision, performs complex work with limited decision-making discretion creating, conducting, and revising planning studies that include land-use growth trends, development impact studies, and regional land-use growth scenarios. The Planning & GIS Specialist ensures district databases contain accurate information related to GIS analysis, data security, and data integrity. Employee performs district-level work to carry-out Board of Education policies under direction of the Capital Development and Real Estate Officer.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary/Status

Salary NC 17/Full-time, 12 months

Reports To

Capital Development and Real Estate Officer

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Lead administration of historic and current GIS data and applications including the implementation of ArcGIS Enterprise
• Participate in a variety of planning-related projects and activities including engaging with intergovernmental processes and generating maps
• Collaborate to develop plans in several areas with a specific focus on understanding land-use changes and capital project planning
• Provide technical support for short-term space planning and programming of academic and non-academic facilities
• Provide data analytics for and participate in the development of the Capital Needs Assessment and Capital Improvement Plan
• Assist in space planning & programming activities to ensure accurate district and facility-level real estate information
• Perform independent planning studies, including but not limited to market analysis, demographic studies, and site analysis
• Coordinate facility planning meetings with internal and external stakeholders
• Assess immediate, intermediate, and long-term facility impacts and ensure consistent, quality internal datasets
• Serve as the primary representative for Joint Use Task Force, CRTPO, and other land-use planning activities as well as a liaison to the city, towns, and Mecklenburg County governments
• Provide impact memos of proposed zoning changes and rezoning petitions to City of Charlotte Planning Department, and other municipal planning departments
• Respond to data requests from The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education and executive leadership
• Support continuous improvement efforts
• Perform related work as assigned or required
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements applicable to school systems
• Thorough knowledge of county and school board policies, procedures, and standards regarding school systems
• Knowledge of principles and practices related to planning, demographic analysis (using GIS and other strategic organization planning), and the dynamics of community participation planning
• Skilled in ESRI ArcMap, ArcGIS, and other advanced database/spreadsheet/statistics/ tools for reporting and data/map requests
• Ability to use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping, demographic, spatial, and statistical analyses
• Ability to maintain professional and emotional control under stress
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
• Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
• Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
• Ability to develop related charts, graphs, reports, and records pertaining to school planning and strategy
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
• Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new and/or current programs
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment
  
  

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in urban planning, public administration, or related field required
• Minimum of three (3) years' experience in public planning utilizing GIS/mapping software required
• GIS or planning certifications preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
  
  

Special Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings