The City of Bridgeport is seeking a motivated GIS Technician.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Entry level position. Performs technical work in the development and maintenance of the Bridgeport Enterprise GIS (BEGIS), conducts exploratory spatial analysis, provides training on GIS interfaces and workflows for non-GIS staff, develops high quality cartographic visualizations, and assists the GIS Administrator with related tasks as required. This position will interface and work closely with other City departments, such as the Office of Planning and Economic Development, Police Department, Fire Department, Health Department, Engineering, and Public Facilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions or duties described below are the primary functions and duties of the position. There may be other types of work that may be performed and the omission of a particular duty or function does not exclude that duty or function from the position provided the duty or function is similar in work, related to the work or logically assigned to the position.

Assist in development and maintenance of the Bridgeport Enterprise GIS (BEGIS) ArcGIS databases, which includes but is not limited to, property lines, address points, sanitary sewer, storm water, street centerline, and neighborhood assets.
Assist with performing research of City, state and other record sources for information to revise and update BEGIS which includes but is not limited to, interpreting engineering plans, surveys, plat maps, and legal descriptions.
Ensure the integrity, quality, and accuracy of the data to conform to BEGIS data standards.
Perform exploratory analysis on spatial and tabular data, including generating charts, maps, and interactive visualizations for reports and presentations.
Collaborate in the development of adhoc and production maps for internal and external use.
Compile information for GIS data requests for internal and external use.
Conduct GPS data collection/coordination with field staff.
Perform other duties as required.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

BA or BS in GIS, Geography, Computer Science or related discipline is required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

· No less than two years’ experience developing and administering after school and/or summer programs and activities for youth with primary focus on pre-k to 8^th grade.

· Must be proficient in a variety of computer software applications: Microsoft Word, Excel and Publisher.

· Ability to organize, prioritize and plan/schedule work tasks to meet deadlines.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Must be able to interact professional and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of government as well as the public.

· Ability to prepare written reports.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum one (1) year of practical GIS experience using the ESRI GIS product suite in the production of maps and database creation & management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Working knowledge of computer systems including Microsoft based software and software used for GIS.
Basic knowledge of ArcGIS software processes and enterprise geodatabase creation/editing/maintenance.
Basic knowledge of enterprise GIS architecture with the ability to provide general support for GIS Power Users.
Basic knowledge of GIS software processes of developing mapping services.
Proficiency in cartography and map design, including coordinate systems, projections, and map scales.
Understanding and knowledge of methods and techniques used in spatial analysis and network analysis.
The following skills are desired, but not required: ArcGIS Server, Python scripting, and Parcel Fabric.

This position includes a comprehensive benefits package. This summary provides a brief overview of the benefits available to regular full-time municipal employees; depending on the employee group some of these benefits may include: retirement pension administered by CMERS (Connecticut Municipal Employees Retirement System), health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription), life, disability, paid leave, paid holidays, 457(b) deferred compensation plan (employee paid), and other voluntary employee paid benefits.

To Apply:

Please mail, deliver or email a cover letter, resume, and supplied application to the Civil Service Commission office, 45 Lyon Terrace, room 106, Bridgeport, CT 06604. Required documents can be emailed to [log in to unmask].

Posting: https://www.bridgeportct.gov/filestorage/341650/341652/341902/341904/GIS_Technician_-_Job_Advertisement_2019.pdf

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Curtis J. Denton

GIS Administrator

Office of Planning and Economic Development

Margaret E. Morton Government Center

City of Bridgeport

999 Broad Street

Bridgeport, CT 06604

Website: Bridgeportct.gov/GIS

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