GIS TECHNICIAN II (Geographic Information Systems Tech II) – Range 14 / AMEA in Anchorage, Alaska

GIS TECHNICIAN II (Geographic Information Systems Tech II) – Range 14 / AMEA

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GIS TECHNICIAN II (Geographic Information Systems Tech II) – Range 14 / AMEA

Salary

$30.11 – $38.50 Hourly

Location

3000 Arctic Blvd., AK

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

2024-00995

Department

Anchorage Water & Wastewater Utility

Division

AWWU SASS

Opening Date

11/25/2024

Closing Date

12/10/2024 5:00 PM Alaska

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• Benefits

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Job Information

Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.

This position is represented by the Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the AMEA.

DEPARTMENT: Anchorage Water and Wastewater Utility (AWWU)

HOURS OF WORK: Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

LOCATION: 3000 Arctic Blvd.

Example of Duties

This position is responsible for advancing and maintaining the utility’s geospatial information systems (GIS) databases with regards to horizontal plant asset inventory, engineering condition assessment data, hydraulic engineering data, operational data, and some financial data. The primary responsibilities include cartography, spatial analysis of GIS or associated data, maintenance and review of horizontal asset databases, GIS Python and FME script development and testing, and GIS mobile application development and maintenance. P erform other related duties as assigned.

Also participates in major emergencies or disasters as outlined in AWWU’s disaster plan matrix, which defines each employee’s potential duties and responsibilities. This may include 12-hour work shifts, which may continue for 72 hours or more starting at any time an event might occur, seven (7) days a week, 24 hours per day.

Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences

Master’s degree in Geographic Information Systems, Remote Sensing, Photogrammetry, Computer Science, Surveying Technology, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Cartography, Geography or a related discipline and experience in spatial and attribute data capture, data analysis, map design and/or production and spatial data modeling.

OR

Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Systems, Remote Sensing, Photogrammetry, Computer Science, Surveying Technology, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Cartography, Geography or a related discipline and two (2) years of experience in spatial and attribute data capture, data analysis, map design and/or production and spatial data modeling.

OR

Associate’s degree in Geographic Information Systems, Computer Science, Surveying Technology, Cartography, Geography, Mathematics, or a related discipline and four (4) years of experience in spatial and attribute data capture, data analysis, map design and/or production and spatial data modeling.

OR

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and six (6) years of experience in spatial and attribute data capture, data analysis, map design and/or production and spatial data modeling.

Must possess a valid State of Alaska Driver’s License by the time of hire.

Preferences:

• ESRI Technical Certification(s) or other equivalent GIS industry certifications.

Additional Important Information

Preference will be given to Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA) employees. AMEA employees who are successful in the screening process will be forwarded to the department for consideration prior to any non-AMEA applicants.The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to http://www.uscis.gov/E-verify. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory background check. A background check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.

If selected for hire, appointment to this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant’s Alaska driver’s license and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states if the Alaska driver’s license was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant.

For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines. (http://www.muni.org/Departments/employee_relations/Documents/DrivingConvictionsGuidelines.pdf)

All required licenses and certifications must remain current for the duration of employment.

Military Service Interview Preference:

Veterans or who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual’s command organization and show the name, signature, title and contact information for the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

The Municipality of Anchorage is an employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.

Application Process:

Once an applicant clicks the “Apply” link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the www.GovernmentJobs.com website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account. NOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant’s profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.

For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Human Resources Department at (907) 343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Alaska Time.

The MOA is an EO and AA employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.

For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at (907) 343-4571

The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include:

Health / Medical Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Audio

• Life Insurance

• Dependent Life Insurance

• Short Term Disability

• Long Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent Care

• Health Savings Accounts

Retirement:

• State of Alaska Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program

• 401(k) and 457 Savings Plans

Employer Paid Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program

• Paid Leave Plan

• 11 Paid Holidays

For an overview of our medical benefit package go to http://www.muni.org/Departments/employee_relations/Pages/BenefitsSummaries (http://www.muni.org/Departments/employee_relations/Pages/BenefitsSummaries.aspx) .

01

In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant’s qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a certain field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the ‘Work Experience’ section of your application).

Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting “see resume” or any similar comment on any portion of your application may lead to you being disqualified for the position.

If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration.

Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided?

• Yes

• No

  02

  Are you a current employee affiliated with the Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA)?

• Yes

• No

  03

  Which of the following best describes your level of completed education as it relates to this position?

• High School Diploma / GED / Equivalent

• Associate’s Degree in Geographic Information Systems, Computer Science, Surveying Technology, Cartography, Geography, Mathematics, or a related discipline

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geographic Information Systems, Computer Science, Surveying Technology, Cartography, Geography, Mathematics, or a related discipline

• Master’s Degree or higher in Geographic Information Systems, Computer Science, Surveying Technology, Cartography, Geography, Mathematics, or a related discipline

  04

  How many years of experience do you have in spatial and attribute data capture, data analysis, map design and/or production and spatial data modeling?

• None

• Less than 2 years

• 2 years to less than 4 years

• 4 years to 6 years

• 6 years or more

  05

  Describe the experience you referenced for the above question and indicate which position(s) in your application’s Work History support your response.

Noting “see resume”, “N/A”, or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration for this position.

06

Do you currently possess a valid State of Alaska driver’s license OR have the ability to obtain one by the time of hire?

• Yes

• No

  07

  Which of the following best describes your level of experience in asset inventory control, mapping technologies, cartography and business analysis systems?

• None

• Beginner

• Intermediate

• Advanced

• Expert

  08

  Which of the following best describes your level of proficiency with ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Server and spatial analysis?

• None

• Beginner

• Intermediate

• Advanced

• Expert

  09

  Do you possess ESRI Technical Certifications and/or other equivalent GIS industry Certifications?

• Yes

• No

  Required Question

Agency

Municipality of Anchorage

Address

632 W 6th Avenue, Suite 605 Anchorage, Alaska, 99501

Phone

(907) 343-4442

Website

http://www.muni.org/jol

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