GIS Applications Developer I

Salary : $57,116.80 – $72,820.80 Annually

Location : Orlando, FL

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 23-414

Department: Office of Business and Financial Services

Division: Information Technology

Opening Date: 10/07/2023

Closing Date: 10/20/2023 5:00 PM Eastern

Description

Who We Are

Orlando, The City Beautiful

For most of Orlando’s history we’ve been the place everyone wants to visit. Today, we’re also the place where everyone wants to live and do business. List after list has Orlando as one of the fastest growing cities in America. We’re transitioning from our role as the young upstart to a more mature, global city.

This didn’t happen by accident. Together as a community, we developed a shared vision for our city focused on creating partnerships and we’ve transformed Orlando from a place that was packed with potential into a city on the rise.

Our vision ensures we are an inclusive, compassionate community that is generating jobs, becoming the most sustainable city in the nation, keeping our community safe, making it easier to get around, and increasing the quality of life. Together, we can continue realizing all our city’s potential.

Come be part of our community with the City of Orlando.

NATURE OF WORK:

Performs professional, technical, and analytical work in programming and computer systems analysis. Serves as an Information Systems resource in various areas of expertise including software, systems development, training and hardware for client departments. An employee in this position provides project management, meets with client departments and identifies software needs, establishes client specifications, researches alternatives and develops and implements applicable software and/or purchased applications. Work requires independent judgement and ability to work both alone or as a member of a team. Position may be required to supervise professional and clerical staff. Work is reviewed through conferences on applications, operational problems, technical support ability and client feedback.
Coordinates and oversees the assignment and maintenance of property addresses and street names for the City of Orlando.

  • The position is responsible for preparing address information, updating and maintaining address databases, responding to discrepancies and inquiries, and assisting staff with related tasks.
  • Develops and maintains base maps and performs associated mapping functions using geographic information system (GIS) software and databases; analyze and edits geographic data; performs GIS computerized mapping functions; and provide technical services and support.

Examples of Duties

  • Updates and maintains the master street address database for the City of Orlando.
  • Reviews proposed road names and addresses to ensure that they are in compliance with the road naming and addressing policies.
  • Assigns addresses to new subdivisions and property splits, new commercial & industrial development and other properties as necessary.
  • Consults with postal officials, E-911 personnel, utility providers, and other local government departments regarding newly assigned addresses and other addressing issues.
  • Investigates, researches, and responds to address discrepancies, inquiries or concerns; accurately diagnoses and corrects a wide variety of addressing issues.
  • Responds to public requests for any addressing questions, issues, or concerns.
  • Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
  • Regular and predictable attendance is required.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Computer Science, or related field plus six months experience working with a Geographic Information System in planning, public safety, Information Technology or public works, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must have good verbal and writing skills. Proficiency in reading and interpreting a wide variety documents, such as ordinances, subdivision maps, site plans, legal descriptions and plats is desirable. Experience maintaining computerized land records is a plus. Criminal background check required.

Supplemental Information

01

A valid driver license from any state is required for this position. If you possess a Florida DL, enter the DL number (no dashes or spaces) and expiration date in the space provided. Please follow the format shown: Example: X123123121230 Exp 01/01/2022 If you possess a valid driver license from another state or country, enter OTHER STATE. If you do not possess a valid driver license at this time, enter NONE.

02

What is the highest level of education you have attained?

  • Less than high school
  • High school graduate or equivalent (GED)
  • Technical school completed
  • Some college (less than 60 semester credits)
  • Associate degree or equivalent (60 or more semester credits)
  • Bachelor degree (120 or more semester credits)
  • Master degree
  • Doctorate degree

03

Do you have a bachelor degree or higher in Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Computer Science, or related field?

  • Yes
  • No

04

How much full-time work experience do you have working with a Geographic Information System in planning, public safety, Information Technology or public works?
You must provide details in your online application or resume

  • None
  • Some but less than six months
  • Between six months and two years
  • Between two and three years
  • Between three and four years
  • Between four and five years
  • Between five and seven years
  • Between seven and nine years
  • More than nine years

05

Do you have experience maintaining computerized land records?

  • Yes
  • No

06

Briefly summarize your proficiency in reading and interpreting a wide variety documents, such as ordinances, subdivision maps, site plans, legal descriptions and plats. If none, state “None”

07

Are you willing to submit to a polygraph examination?

  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Job Category
Administration and Office
Job Type
Full Time/Permanent
Salary
USD 57,116.80 - 72,820.80 per year
Country
United States
City
Orlando
Career Level
unspecified
Company
City of Orlando, FL
JOB SOURCE
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/orlando/jobs/4166774