Job description

Job Purpose
The work is performed under the supervision and direction of the Public Works Deputy Director, but considerable leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative in program implementation. This position will develop and maintain Geographic Information data layers related to Public Works infrastructure for the water, wastewater, storm water and other utilities operated by the City of Helena. The position will oversee data quality, data integrity and data consistency, support other staff who operate and maintain infrastructure databases and be responsible for analysis of collected data for capital planning, operation and maintenance, regulatory obligations and related needs. Position may provide comparable support to other Divisions within the Department as needs arise. The nature of the work performed requires that the position establish and maintain effective working relationships with the City Manager, Department Heads, other City employees, elected officials, vendors, other government agencies, and the general public.
Write a brief paragraph summarizing the purpose of the position. Essential Duties
Duty I: GIS System Information Development, Maintenance and Analysis
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Essential

Tasks:
Assist in the development, collection and maintenance of the GIS System data layers for the Water, Wastewater, Storm and other utilities or divisions within the City of Helena and Lewis and Clark County IT&S Enterprise.
Development and use of GIS information to support capital planning, operation and maintenance functions and integration and use of various maintenance software applications in the field for the Division.
Serve as quality assurance and quality control for data collected in support of the GIS related functions.
Provide analysis, custom reporting and application integration with a variety of systems to provide an advanced understanding of operational performance and efficiencies and capital planning and replacement needs.
Oversee collection of new data by other maintenance staff and troubleshoot and ensure data integrity or improvement in existing and new GIS data layers.

Duty 2: Work order management, Data Integration and Support
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Essential

Tasks:
Assist and oversee the development, integration and maintenance of the GIS information, Cityworks Software Systems and other software systems within the City of Helena Public Works.
Provide implementation, database administration, and training and support for all related maintenance management applications as required.
Support other divisions in the maintenance and upkeep of software systems that rely on GIS.
Assist in the integration of system data for field application software and equipment.

Duty 3: Program Development, Database Integration and Support
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Secondary Duties

Tasks:
Advise and recommend direction for continued development of GIS functions and software for related programs within the Division and other Divisions of Public Works as needed to support established missions and data needs.
Oversee development and implementation of related databases to support required operation and maintenance functions and support a robust GIS system for the benefit of essential Public Works functions.
Work Schedule
Days of the week: __Sun _x_Mon _x_Tues _x_Wed _x_Thurs _x_Fri __Sat
Hours of work: 8:00am - 5:00pm Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Related to this Position: - Knowledge of:

GIS software, databases and related applications, and of GPS hardware and software
Database design and development, working with relational database systems, and in the creation and maintenance of the systems
Mobile devices such as smart phones, tablets, and ruggedized data collection equipment
Principles and methods of training and instructing others in appropriate computer use and operation
Microsoft SQL servers
ESRI ArcGIS products including ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Server, ArcSDE, and asset management systems
Object-oriented programming languages and web technologies

Skill or ability to:
Effectively manage all aspects of GIS and Cityworks with related technical staff
Lead projects to successful completion
Analyze, interpret, and develop solutions in a timely manner
Visualize abstract concepts and effectively communicate them to others
Utilize critical thinking and logic in dealing with systems problems
Exercise sound, independent judgment and work with minimal supervision
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and data

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with assigned supervisors , other City employees, elected officials, vendors, and the general public
Interpret and apply Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws and regulations
Communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language
Effectively lead and train staff on job-related tasks and safety procedures
Create queries, expressions, and formulas to write effective technical reports, flowcharts, topological data and other related data
Prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations
Operate a personal computer using standard or customized software applicationsappropriate to assigned tasks
Follow proper safety procedures and take proper care of City-owned equipment and tools
Quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology
Ingenuity and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks.
Consistently performs assignments in accordance with the City"s Core Values of Integrity, Leadership, Service and Teamwork.
License and/or Certificate Requirements
Must possess a valid driver"s license with acceptable driving record at the time of hire and have the ability to obtain a valid MT driver"s license within six months of hire. Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Training):
Bachelor"s degree in Geography, Computer Science or a related field in combination with related experience. Proven achievement in GIS project leadership, GIS-related software application, GIS-related database management, and GPS hardware, software and mapping. Other relevant combinations of education and work experience may be evaluated on an individual basis.
Application Special Instructions
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Required Application Materials:
City Application
Cover Letter
Resume

This position is open until filled.

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