GIS job with the Geauga Park District

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GEAUGA PARK DISTRICT

JOB VACANCY
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Position Title: GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM OPERATOR
Full time
Non-Exempt Position

Department: Natural Resources

Job Description: (See Attached)

Qualifications: (See Attached)

Grade: 3

Pay Range: $14.25 - $21.35 per hour

Posting Dates: Until Filled

Reply in writing to: Geauga Park District
GIS Position
9160 Robinson Road
Chardon, OH 44024-9148

FAX: (440) 286-1285
E-mail: pila...@geaugaparkdistrict.org

GEAUGA COUNTY PARK DISTRICT
Position Description

POSITION TITLE: GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM OPERATOR
SUMMARY:
Under supervision of the Natural Resource Manager, responsible for
geographic information system and relevant data collection and
reporting for the agency.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: this position minimally requires the following:

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Associate or Bachelor degree in parks and recreation, conservation,
natural resource management, geographic information systems (GIS),
and/or related disciplines. Two years experience in a GIS related
computer technology.

CERTIFICATES OR LICENSES:
Must possess a valid Ohio Driver's License and a good driving record.
Must obtain and/or be able to maintain Park District approved first
aid and CPR certifications.

Required Training: All Geauga County Park District employees shall be
required to complete and maintain all general mandatory training.
These may include, but are not limited to, emergency communications,
hazardous materials, personal protective equipment, sexual harassment,
violence in the workplace and fire prevention.

Other: Must be able to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.
Must be able to work under adverse weather conditions and to follow an
irregular schedule. Required to be able to work independently and as a
team member of a work crew. Knowledge of computer and office equipment
operation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: includes the following. Other
related duties may be assigned.

Works with global positioning system (GPS) and GIS related desktop
software. Experience in Arc View software including layouts, etc.
Experience with pathfinder Software, and Trimble GPS preferred.
Experience with Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, Printers &
Plotters, Digital Cameras and Software, etc.
Responsible for the inventory of natural resources utilizing GPS and
GIS technology. Responsible for incorporating inventories into GIS
Software, Databases, and park management plans. Responsible for
writing park management plans based on data collection and system
inventories.
Creates maps and other materials documenting natural resources,
property and political boundaries, infrastructure and other related
data collected through field visits.
Assist in the implementation of land management objectives and
practices.

Consult with GPD staff, outside agencies, committees, and the public on
a variety of natural resource management and park planning issues.

Utilize GPS and GIS technology to assist in monitoring and data
collection. Monitor critical habitats. Monitor flora and fauna.
Monitor wildlife populations for a variety of negative impacts.
Monitor park boundaries and infrastructure.

Assist with natural resource management and land stewardship
educational programming.

Assist with routine maintenance on land management equipment and
vehicles.

May develop estimates to facilitate budget preparation, write
stewardship reports, mark park boundary lines per established surveys,
assist with new trail alignments and their subsequent mapping using
global positioning system equipment.

Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position may supervise seasonal employees and interns. This
position may supervise Geauga Park District staff on GPS and GIS
related projects. May act as a liaison between the Park District and
volunteer groups.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job satisfactorily, the
employee must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements and duties lists are representative of the knowledge,
skill and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for
individuals with disabilities.

COMPUTER EXPERTISE REQUIRED / EQUIPMENT OPERATED:
Ability to compose routine letters, memos and similar correspondence
using word processing, as well as database files. Ability to operate
department's office equipment, including printers, plotters, Arc View
GIS software, Trimble GPS, and all GPS/GIS related software.

The following are examples only of equipment routinely used and are not
intended to be all inclusive:
Computer, printer, typewriter, copy machine, fax machine, telephone and
other general office equipment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This position requires the employee to drive Agency vehicles and
operate necessary data collection equipment.
Ability to work in a confidential manner.

KNOWLEDGE:
General understanding and knowledge of land management practices,
natural resource management practices, habitat types, forest types,
species and biological components specific to Northeast Ohio. Mapping,
and computer information technologies. General knowledge of land
titles, deeds, surveys, and geographical components. Knowledge of data
collection and data management. Must have knowledge of the agency's
goals and objectives as demonstrated in management strategies and plans
for the Geauga Park District's natural resources

SKILLS:
Must be highly accurate and detailed. Skill in specialized data
collection techniques. Skill in data entry, database files management
and reporting of data. Must possess good organizational skills. Must be
highly skilled in the identification of flora and fauna native to Ohio.
Skill in effective oral and written communications. . Must work
independently and with self direction.

ABILITIES:
Ability to gather, document, sort, organize and report specialized
data. Ability to record, transfer, correct, manipulate and export GIS
data. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to use
required equipment, vehicles and tools. Ability to work effectively and
cooperatively with staff, the public and co-workers with diplomacy and
tact. Ability to construct plans and make appropriate recommendations
for decision making. Must be able to provide accurate and complete
reports in a timely manner. Ability to communicate effectively orally
and in writing. Must be able to solve routine and complex problems.
Must be able to make appropriate decisions and handle stressful
situations. Ability to gather, sort, collate, analyze data and report
findings.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.

In order to perform required physical duties of working at a computer
to input data and produce printouts; answer the phone; type; write/post
to printouts and forms; use calculator; file; retrieve items stored on
shelves; retrieve mail from mail box; carry, move or lift data
collection equipment and other items; work with detailed documents and
printed forms, the employee must be able to stand, walk, sit, talk or
hear, use hands to finger, handle or feel, climb or balance, stoop,
kneel, crouch or crawl and reach with hands and arms; may occasionally
be required to lift up to 50 pounds; and is required to be able to use
close vision and adjust visual focus. May be exposed to adverse weather
conditions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here
are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the
essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

This employee normally works in an office environment. Also works in
the field.

Potential Hazards: The employee may be exposed to chemicals routinely
found in office environments, such as copier toner and correction
fluid. May be exposed to hazardous weather conditions, and hazardous
environmental conditions.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS
The employee must have a commitment and sensitivity to the needs of the
Park District and its constituents, as well as possess and demonstrate
an appreciation of Park District philosophy and objectives. The
employee is responsible to maintain confidentiality; follow chain of
command; to work cooperatively and effectively with members of the
public, other employees, related public agency staff, community
businesses and service providers; to produce accurate and timely record
keeping and reports as required by the position; may be responsible to
drive motor vehicles with a valid Ohio Driver's License as required
by the position; and may be required to travel, within and/or beyond
the county. Responsible to attend meetings, in services and training
programs related to the position held. Responsible to obtain and/or
maintain valid certification, licensure or registrations as required by
the position to maintain employment. Demonstrates regular and
predictable attendance.
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This position description in no manner states or implies that these are
the only duties and responsibilities to be performed.