Geographic Information Systems Specialist III (Airport)

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The City of San José the Capital of Silicon Valley is one of the nations best managed cities and one of the top 10 cities in which to live work and do business. Moreover San José is the center of cultural government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity Innovation Excellence Collaboration Respect and Celebration. The Citys Airport Department is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the Citys employees.

San José Mineta International Airport is proud to offer an exciting and unique opportunity in the position of Geographic Information Systems Specialist I/II for a team member who brings positive energy and is motivated to shape the future of the Airport. The Airport team is passionate about all our airport has to offer to the Silicon Valley and is seeking a professional who will share this passion. This great work environment makes this an ideal opportunity for a highly motivated and results-oriented individual who would like to join our Airport team to work hard toward our strategic vision.

Under the direction of the Senior Geographic Information Systems Specialist (Sr. GISS) the position of Geographic Information Systems Specialist I/II (GISS I/II) performs an integral role as a member of the Planning & Development Division of the Airport Department. This position is a data-focused position that will be responsible for creating managing and ensuring the integrity of enterprise GIS datasets as well as providing ongoing support for Enterprise and Airport departmental GIS projects and applications. This position requires candidate with commitment to building and maintaining quality GIS data strong cartographic design skills good attention to detail and customer service.

The GISS I/II will perform work of moderate difficulty at the journey level in the utilization of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) as they relate to Airport and Master Plan Projects. The GIS Program at the Airport is comprised of three distinct primary functions and often inter-twine with each other. These functions are CAD GIS and the Plan Repository. The GISS I/II position will serve as the back-up person for the Senior Geographic Systems Specialist and as such will be required to perform in all three areas.

Essential duties of a GISS I/II include but may not be limited to the following:

Produce analyze and present geographic information utilizing ArcGIS Pro ArcGIS Online/Portal and/or related software.

Create and maintain enterprise GIS datasets using standard spatial editing tools and versioning. Interpret resources such as assessors maps discrepancy reports Council-approved ordinances and resolutions memorandums and third-party data sources to enter graphic and attribute data into GIS while maintaining data integrity.

Perform quality assurance checks on GIS data.

Produce high-quality print and web maps demonstrating good design skills and sound cartographic principles.

Use SQL queries to produce reports on data management work.

Use ETL (extract transform and load) Model Builder or scripting tools to design and create GIS processes.

Develop workflows and documentation for various GIS tasks.

Fulfill requests for GIS data analysis maps or reports using appropriate GIS tools and following City protocol.

Provide support for departmental GIS users including workflow automation data conversion map production training analysis support and troubleshooting issues.

Conduct various train sessions for follow coworkers in the use of GIS tools and technologies as needed.

The final candidates qualifications and experience shall determine the actual addition to the starting salary employees in this classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay which is included in the range below.

Geographic Information Systems Specialist I salary range: $80960.88 - $98651.28

Geographic Information Systems Specialist IIsalary range: $98913.36 -$120534.96

Competencies:
The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:

Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices; knowledge of GIS applications programming and relational database model; knowledge of design techniques and tools to produce maps graphics and models; ability to perform computer programming data analysis or software development for GIS applications; Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.

Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other peoples ideas and thoughts.

Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook MS Word MS PowerPoint MS Access and MS Excel.

Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skill.

Analytical Thinking Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical systematic sequential approach.

Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor.

Flexibility Makes effective decisions and achieves desired results in the midst of major changes in responsibilities work processes timeframes performance expectations organizational culture or work environment

Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems is proactive and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance.

Multi-Tasking Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s).

Geographic Information Systems Specialist I

A Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university in Geographic Information Systems Engineering Computer Science Management Information Systems Mathematics Physical Science Geography Urban Planning or closely related field. A GIS or GISP certificate from a certifying body acceptable to the City of San José is highly desirable.

Geographic Information Systems Specialist II

A Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university in Geographic Information Systems Engineering Computer Science Management Information Systems Mathematics Physical Science Geography Urban Planning or closely related field AND one (1) year of increasingly responsible experience in computer programming geographic information systems or transportation planning. A GIS or GISP certificate from a certifying body acceptable to the City of San José is highly desirable.

Acceptable Substitution

Geographic Information Systems Specialist II - Possession of a valid GIS or GISP certificate from a certifying body acceptable to the City of San José may be substituted for the one (1) year of experience in computer programming geographic information systems or transportation planning.

Required Licensing (such as drivers license certifications etc.)

California Drivers License.

Employment Eligibility

Selection Process
The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicants training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews. The application deadline is11:59 PM on Monday December 1 2025.

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Additional Information:

Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

You must answer all job-specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses.

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This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

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