Engineering Specialist GIS

Contact Email
: audrey.phillipsginia.gov

Provide complex technical GIS expertise to assist in supporting program management efforts. Provide technical support to assigned engineering program.

• Analyses, Trouble shooting and Process Improvement:
  Performs analysis/trouble shooting and searches for process improvements to resolve issues with the applications including any issues with GIS and GPS problems on the desktop and mobile applications. Communicates with internal and external technical resources to resolve end user issues and other problems associated with existing GIS applications, tools and data. Provides job aids/guidance on methods for creating applications/projects and for correcting reported problems.
  
  Analyzes current geospatial systems to determine if improved methods are possible through automation, processes and streamlining workflows using software programming or scripting languages to extend capabilities of GIS and its associated applications. Uses aerial imagery products, creates maps, reports, and presentations in support of various GIS projects. Works with cross-departmental teams to improve collaborative efforts in GIS. Work independently and help develop projects, programs, or process improvement efforts as directed by management.
• Compliance:
  Ensure compliance with all Construction Directives (CDs), environmental safety, EO, Materials, acceptance testing and quality directive. Ensure assigned project is compliant with VDOT, District, and regional environmental and safety goals. Ensure environmental discrepancies and safety violations are corrected. Monitor and assure compliance with all VOSHCP, OSHA, DPOR and VDOT safety policies and regulations.
• Engineering Technology Solutions:
  Provide engineering technology solutions to complex or unusual cases and projects.
• GIS:
  Work with ESRI’s ArcGIS Suite for desktop and web platforms including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Survey
  123, Fieldmaps, etc. to develop GIS projects based on user requirements on projects. Create and maintain geodatabases, mobile applications, web-based applications and dashboards which can be published internally and externally supporting GIS data needs within sections/divisions including creation and development of viewers, custom tools, and web services for data visualization. Work with GPS, CADD files, and Microstation files converting them into to workable data in GIS sets and vice versa converting them back into CADD/Microstation format.
  
  Perform quality assurance and quality control of geospatial data and ensures data meet data standards and formats.
• Guidance, Training and Project Teams:
  Provide technical guidance and training to staff, especially as is related to sound use of GIS technology to support project development and program management. Assist management with strategic planning by identifying engineering business processes that may be improved with technology applications. Participate in strategic planning and software methodology sessions. Participate in interagency development projects as assigned by management. Help research and develop recommendations on projects.
  
  and, if requested, lead research and conduct or coordinate activities related to one or more projects.
• Job Safety:
  Determine and demonstrate proper work site protection techniques. Ensure workplace safety by identifying workplace hazards and making suggestions for improvement. Wear proper personal protection equipment. Maintain current knowledge of safety rules, regulations, laws and procedures (OSHA, VOSHA, etc.). Ensure equipment is used properly and safely. Apply MUTCD for detours, lane closures, work zones, etc. Maintain clean, orderly, and safe work environment.
  
  Follow VDOT safety regulations and practices.
• Maintain Records:
  Research information and update records or databases on for activities in assigned program area. Collect and verify project data, maintain files and recommend updates when discrepancies are found.
• Special Studies:
  Perform special studies and assignments to support and decision making for assigned engineering program area. Prepare project related correspondence.
• Technical Advice and Guidance:
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