Job Description
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS SPECIALIST This position involves responsibility for overseeing the development, maintenance and operation of a Geographic Information System (GIS). The duties vary according to assignment; however, in general, the incumbent converts digital and non-digital data to a GIS based system and performs ongoing modifications, maintenance and operation of the system. The incumbent also performs other related professional or technical duties as assigned. This class differs from the Geographic Information System Technician in that a Geographic Information System Specialist performs a greater scope of duties, greater independence of action and has overall responsibility for a Geographic Information System. The work is performed under the general supervision of the Real Property Tax Director and /or the GIS Administrator with considerable leeway allowed for exercising independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work. Performs related work as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either: (A) Possession of a Bachelors Degree from a regionally accredited college or university, or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees in Geography, Engineering, GIS, Computer Science or a related field, and three (3) years of experience in administering a GIS System or other computerized mapping and assessment system; or (B) Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university, or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with an Associates degree in Geography, Engineering, GIS, Computer Science or a related field, and five (5) years of experience as described in (A) above. SALARY: Entry: $62,305.00; (after 6 months - Full: $65,584.00) EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V