Geographic Information System Analyst III - SR-20

About the role

The Department of Environmental Management - Wastewater Division in Hilo is seeking an individual to join their team. This is an immediate permanent full-time position.

Responsibilities

• Designs and produces selected maps using GIS software.
• Designs and develops GIS computer programs using GIS macro language software for the production of thematic map data and reports.
• Examines map quality and data accuracy.
• Reviews and evaluates final map and document sources for entry into the GIS.
• Identifies pertinent attributes and sets up tables; compiles data and records into reports; maintains data sets.
• Reviews datum and projections to ensure proper overlay of data sets.
• Obtains, creates, and maintains metadata.
• Enters delineated map and descriptive information into the GIS through digitizing, key entry, scanning, converting computer aided drafting (CAD) files, global positioning system (GPS) coordinates, hyperlinking to other files, or other standard map data entry procedures.
• Analyzes and interprets aerial photographs and maps to delineate elevations, wetlands, vegetation, agricultural land, and other geographic land use characteristics.
• Investigates and verifies geographic and land use data by making physical inspections.
• Researches the GIS needs of user departments; coordinates data input with user departments.
• Develops and maintains project files.
• May assist in training of departmental staff in GIS as requested.
• Affords assistance to other agencies and the public with information requests, or prepares information to be made available to the public.
• May operate a vehicle to perform work-related duties.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to a baccalaureate degree and one year of experience using GIS software in design and production of thematic maps and other applications, and possession of a valid State of Hawai'i driver license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver license at the time of filing, as applicable to the position.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of: geography as it applies to GIS; concepts and principles of GIS; basic principles and terminology of mapping, cartography, surveying, photogrammetry, and land use planning; database, word processing, and spreadsheet programs; operations, characteristics, and capabilities of various types of GIS programs, computer, and peripheral equipment; various types of datums and projections, imagery types and analysis, computer programming language; GIS and relational database management concepts and theories; statistics; and research methods and techniques.
• Ability to: analyze, correlate, and evaluate thematic map data and records; prepare maps, graphics, data outputs, and written reports; use the computer aided drafting programs (CAD); use computer to enter and process text data files; maintain effective working relationships with others; and formulate ideas and present them clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.

Skills

• None listed.

Benefits

• Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)
• Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
• Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
• Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
• Training and Development: The County provides a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.
• County Tuition Reimbursement Program: Scholarship program for employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning, subject to eligibility requirements and reimbursement limits.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.
• Retirement Plan: The Employees’ Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan covered under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. It provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligib...