GIS Specialist; Planning - AGIS

Design and implement assigned GIS projects supporting the generation of customized maps and geographic analysis reports; maintain and update geographic data in the City's Geographic Information System (GIS); and provide geographic information to City departments, outside agencies and the public.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Description s are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in geographic information systems (GIS), computer science, geography, planning or cartography; and two (2) years of GIS editing, cartography or urban geography experience.

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

• Transportation logistics and/or urban planning
• Basic knowledge of Route Smart logistics software if position requires
• Principles and practices of geographic information systems including hardware and software applications
• Computerized information systems and analysis techniques
• Basic principles and practices of cartography
• Methods and techniques of drafting
• Principles of records management as pertaining to maps, plats and legal survey documents
• Modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers and printers
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products

• Principles and practices of GIS Software applications
• Read and interpret technical documents including plats, deeds, bounds descriptions as well as a wide variety of construction documents and record drawings
• Train or instruct end users in the use of GIS computer equipment and software
• Maintain GIS computer systems and databases
• Perform map reproduction activities according to established techniques
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Respond to requests and inquiries from City departments, outside organizations and the public
• Communicate clearly and concisely
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work