MapServer related job available in Orange County, CA

[Noel Proffitt]

Position: GIS Coordinator
Current Job Type:	Full Time Temporary (6 months), no Benefits
Potential: Permanent Full Time with Benefits
Employer: City of Garden Grove
Salary Range: $58,752 to $79,188	 
Schedule: 9/80 with alternate Fridays off

_Job Description_
The GIS (Geographic Information Systems) Coordinator performs technical and professional work and is responsible for the analytical, developmental, maintenance, training and support functions of the City’s GIS and GIS-related database systems. 

The City anticipates filling the GIS Coordinator position immediately on a temporary basis.  A recruitment to fill the position on a permanent basis will be held within six months.  The permanent position will include a very attractive benefits package, details of which are available on the City’s website.  The temporary GIS Coordinator will be encouraged to compete for the permanent position. 

_GIS Coordinator Responsibilities_
·Perform maintenance, design replacement and upgrades of GIS and Citywide geographic information databases and electronic files
·Provide user training and education of AutoCAD (Computer Aided Drafting) and GIS systems
·Assist, advise and train City Staff on GIS applications and project development
·Work with City staff to develop and maintain parcel development and geographic information for the City’s GIS and mapping systems
·Develop and maintain access to Internet GIS mapping capabilities
·Research public and private GIS data sources for possible city systems and staff applications

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, abilities and experience: 

Working Knowledge of:
·Principles, practices and techniques of GIS technologies, related databases and programs, including AutoCAD 
·Methods of research, analysis and applications of GIS and mapping systems
·UMN MapServer or Autodesk MapGuide Enterprise desirable
·Internet technologies and Open Source Software desirable

Candidates must have the ability to:
·Communicate technical information effectively both verbally and in written form
·Work independently to handle multiple deadlines and projects to meet service requirements of City staff
·Research and make recommendations based on new technologies and applications
·Maintain composure in difficult situations and deal effectively with a wide variety of people and technical problems
·Work in accordance with established policies and procedures

_Experience and Training Guidelines_
Qualification for this position could include any combination of experience, education and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities. 

Education:
·An Associated Science degree or higher in Engineering or Computer Science

Experience:
·Three years of experience with CAD or GIS systems and relational database systems (e.g. SQL)

Please email your resume or inquiries to Verna Espinoza at vernae at ci.garden-grove.ca.us prior to 5:00 on October 31, 2006.