What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS/Application Manager position at Town of West Springfield?
GIS/APPLICATION MANAGER Statement of Duties: The GIS / Application
Administrator is a key technical resource and support for the
department. This position is responsible for maintaining GIS and related
data and developing web mapping applications for various town
departments and the public. Employee is required to perform all similar
or related duties. Examples of Duties Essential Functions: The essential
functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of
the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific
statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work
is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Provides
overall management and technical assistance to users of GIS. Maintains
and expands all resources including data software and hardware so that
users can conduct their GIS-based applications efficiently and
effectively. Coordinates GIS efforts so as to optimize the utility and
value of all digital data equipment and other required resources.
Assists in the management of other Town databases. Develops and enforces
digital data standards and practices that will promote a GIS resource
that can be confidently incorporated into other Town-wide applications.
Document and distribute information about GIS data resources to
departmental users. Develop web maps and applications for town
departments and the public Edits and creates GIS data Typical
Qualifications Recommended Minimum Qualifications: Education and
Experience: Graduate of a four year college with a Bachelor\' degree in
Geography or similar field with three to five (3-5) years related work
experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and
Experience Which Provides The Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
to perform the essential functions of the job. Special Requirements:
None Knowledge, Abilities and Skill Knowledge: Demonstrated knowledge of
GIS concepts and analytical techniques GIS software tools and
applications including but not limited to ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online,
ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Experience Builder, Survey123, and Google
Applications. Proficiency in relational databases, SQL Server database
queries and management, SQL Reporting Services Experience administering
and maintaining a Microsoft SQL Server and AWS infrastructure in support
of enterprise GIS Experience administering licensing and group sharing
configurations within an ArcGIS organization Scripting or programming
experience with Python Experience with Cartography Proficiency in
geospatial analysis techniques Web-based and mobile-deployment GIS
solution development, including suite tools such as Experience Builder
and Survey123/Connect Abilities: Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose
software and hardware operational problems. Ability to communicate
effectively orally and in writing specifically to explain problems in
non-technical language. Ability to conduct independent research. Ability
to collaborate with internal customers, provide GIS-related training as
needed, and maintain technical support. Ability to organize, enrich, and
maintain up-to-date documentation on current workflows, dependencies,
and processes. Skill: Proficient data processing, hardware and software
operating skills. Proficient oral and written communication skills.
Administrator is a key technical resource and support for the
department. This position is responsible for maintaining GIS and related
data and developing web mapping applications for various town
departments and the public. Employee is required to perform all similar
or related duties. Examples of Duties Essential Functions: The essential
functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of
the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific
statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work
is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Provides
overall management and technical assistance to users of GIS. Maintains
and expands all resources including data software and hardware so that
users can conduct their GIS-based applications efficiently and
effectively. Coordinates GIS efforts so as to optimize the utility and
value of all digital data equipment and other required resources.
Assists in the management of other Town databases. Develops and enforces
digital data standards and practices that will promote a GIS resource
that can be confidently incorporated into other Town-wide applications.
Document and distribute information about GIS data resources to
departmental users. Develop web maps and applications for town
departments and the public Edits and creates GIS data Typical
Qualifications Recommended Minimum Qualifications: Education and
Experience: Graduate of a four year college with a Bachelor\' degree in
Geography or similar field with three to five (3-5) years related work
experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and
Experience Which Provides The Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
to perform the essential functions of the job. Special Requirements:
None Knowledge, Abilities and Skill Knowledge: Demonstrated knowledge of
GIS concepts and analytical techniques GIS software tools and
applications including but not limited to ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online,
ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Experience Builder, Survey123, and Google
Applications. Proficiency in relational databases, SQL Server database
queries and management, SQL Reporting Services Experience administering
and maintaining a Microsoft SQL Server and AWS infrastructure in support
of enterprise GIS Experience administering licensing and group sharing
configurations within an ArcGIS organization Scripting or programming
experience with Python Experience with Cartography Proficiency in
geospatial analysis techniques Web-based and mobile-deployment GIS
solution development, including suite tools such as Experience Builder
and Survey123/Connect Abilities: Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose
software and hardware operational problems. Ability to communicate
effectively orally and in writing specifically to explain problems in
non-technical language. Ability to conduct independent research. Ability
to collaborate with internal customers, provide GIS-related training as
needed, and maintain technical support. Ability to organize, enrich, and
maintain up-to-date documentation on current workflows, dependencies,
and processes. Skill: Proficient data processing, hardware and software
operating skills. Proficient oral and written communication skills.