You are viewing a preview of this job. Log in or register to view more details about this job.

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN IV - GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM (GIS) COORDINATOR - IPR#46806

Illinois Department of Transportation *
Email

Location: Paris, IL, US, 61944

Job Requisition ID: 39688

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN IV - GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM (GIS) COORDINATOR - IPR#46806

Agency:  Department of Transportation 
Closing Date/Time: 07/26/2024

Salary: $5,082 - $9,309 Monthly 
Anticipated Starting Salary Range: $5,082 - $6,582 Monthly

Job Type:  Salaried 
County: Edgar 
Number of Vacancies:  1 
Plan/BU:  NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters

 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

Agency Mission Statement:

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Geographic Information System (GIS) Coordinator.

 

The IDOT team works diligently to provide safe, cost-effective transportation for Illinois in ways that enhance quality of life, promote economic prosperity and protect our environment. We are problem solvers and leaders, constantly searching for innovations and improvements in support of our commitment to providing the best multimodal transportation system for Illinois.

 

Our team fosters a culture of inclusivity. We value diversity and hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards as we work together for a common purpose. Team members frequently collaborate with colleagues and others outside the department to best meet customer needs.

 

The department offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. Employees also receive a robust benefit package including:

 

  • Monday-Friday work schedule
  • Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time, hybrid scheduling).
  • Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
  • Pension Plan
  • (12) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
  • Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
  • Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually.
  • New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually.
  • Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually.
  • (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

 

We invite qualified applicants to apply to become part of our team. We are confident that you will take pride in serving Illinois and its residents and visitors.

 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is accountable for the preparation, maintenance, research, and testing of current and proposed Geographic Information System (GIS) files, maps, applications, and software needed to meet the current and future needs of the Department. This includes creating specialized and unique transportation related shapefiles, geodatabases, and other data sources. This position provides staff with technical support, assistance, and training in the use of GIS systems.

 

This position reports to the Project Support Engineer. There are no subordinates reporting to this position.

This position is technical in nature. This is a unique position that produces accurate, complete data reports and graphic or geographic displays in response to requests which can be a complex and involved process. The scope of the information requested can be as wide as the large databases maintained by the department and others maintained elsewhere. The incumbent must consistently demonstrate creativity and innovation in responding to information requests, as well as fulfilling the data quality monitoring and data system troubleshooting function of this position. The ongoing development of GIS technology and other data systems will demand that the incumbent adapt to and manage changes in data collection, evaluation, and reporting methods.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES CONTINUED

Data sets must be created that are geospatially located by State Key Route and Station and/or Latitude/Longitude coordinates. This data must be complete and up to date so that it may be used as a base for planning new and improved transportation facilities. The scope of this position includes serving various data users by providing technical directions and assistance to district personnel involved in the preparation, use, and analysis of GIS files.

Typical problems include effective coordination in the Bureau of Program Development to maintain accurate and up to date resources for the district’s map making needs and GIS matters. The greatest challenge of this position is assisting district personnel in the GIS needs such as mapping and analysis which addresses the goals of the public and the department.
The incumbent is personally responsible for providing technical support and assistance to district GIS users. The incumbent assists planners, engineers, and other district staff in GIS needs such as mapping and analysis. This position provides first level technical support for all district GIS users.

The incumbent exercises latitude in accomplishing assigned responsibilities. This position is constrained by departmental policies and procedures. Matters of a unique nature are referred to the supervisor with recommendations for resolution.

The effectiveness of this position is measured by the incumbent’s ability to utilize GIS data and multiple software programs including ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, and ArcGIS Online, for manipulation of data into useful and valuable output.

The incumbent has frequent contact with district staff in developing and troubleshooting GIS applications. Also, the incumbent has contact with GIS users statewide to exchange project ideas and learn about best practices. This position requires contact with the Bureau of Information Processing to coordinate software and hardware issues. The incumbent is responsible for arranging and presenting training sessions for new users and for software revisions. Statewide travel is expected in order to attend user meetings and conferences.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Maintain the GIS data including input of the correct data in the correct format, researching geospatial conversions, establishing data specifications and limits, updating data on a regular basis to keep the data current and correct to ensure the utmost data integrity.
2. Assists planners, engineers, and other staff in GIS needs such as geospatial mapping and providing items needed to perform analysis and supports district bureaus in GIS needs.
3. Troubleshoots problems with the GIS systems and assists users in solving software problems.
4. Acts as a technical resource in assisting users and IT department(s) to resolve problems with specialized and dedicated technology systems, implements solutions or notifies outsource providers as required.
5. Coordinates activities related to the development, deployment, and use of GIS systems.
6. Assists in the assessment of user training needs and coordinates and provides system applications training.
7. Organizes and coordinates the activities necessary to respond in a timely manner to both routine and complex requests for data and other specialized transportation related information.
8. Provides geographic information services utilizing GIS services to various departments.
9. Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules. Performs all duties in a manner conducive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Position Requirements

  • Education/Experience
  • Completion of two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering or Geographic Information Science, Urban Planning, Environmental Studies PLUS five years of engineering experience; OR
  • Seven years of engineering experience
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Statewide travel
  • Successful completion of a background screening

Position Desirables

  • Strong working knowledge of GIS software
  • Working knowledge of MS Office software
  • Effective communication

Work Hours:  8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - Friday 
Work Location: 13473 IL Highway 133, Paris, Illinois, 61944

Work Office: Office of Highways Project Implementation, Region 3/District 5/Bureau of Program Development

Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV

Posting Group: Transportation; Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

If you meet the qualifications for this position, please follow the link and apply today! https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job/Paris-GEOGRAPHIC-INFO-SYSTEM-%28GIS%29-COORDINATOR-IL-61944/1190318600/

 

*If you have questions about the Job Responsibilities or Qualifications, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed above

*If you have questions about the application process, please reach out to DOT.Recruitment@Illinois.gov