Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist I or II

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

As of January 1 2023 Benton PUD will be including a full wage scale or salary range for positions under the salary section shown per the Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5761 that amends portions of the Equal Pay and Opportunity Act. Please see the target hiring range for this position under the Position Purpose/Summary section.

Where GIS meets real-world utility work.
Full-Time Level I - Non-Exempt or Level II - Exempt Career Growth Opportunity

Turn maps into impact! Benton PUD is seeking a GIS Specialist I or II who is excited to build technical GIS skills while working side-by-side with the people who use the data every this role youll help keep critical electric and fiber system data accurate support mobile GIS tools used in the field and collaborate with end users to improve how work gets done.

This position offers hands-on experience in a collaborative utility environment where GIS directly supports Engineering Operations and Customer Service. If you enjoy learning problem-solving and seeing your GIS work make a tangible difference in public service this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career within a stable community-focused organization. Benton PUD encourages professional development and offers the chance to advance your skills while serving the community.

1. Support the Districts mission by demonstrating behavior aligned with District values and ethical standards.
2. Perform GIS data edits cleanup and maintenance to correct errors populate missing attributes and ensure overall data quality.
3. Import and maintain GIS data from internal and external sources including pole data fiber data and agency-provided GIS datasets.
4. Create custom maps and map products for District departments to support operations planning reporting and decision-making.
5. Analyze and digitize geospatial data to produce accurate and comprehensive GIS features and related products.
6. Support mobile GIS and inspection tools by assisting with configuration changes testing and basic troubleshooting in compliance with change management policies.
7. Assist with user support and training related to GIS tools mobile mapping applications and inspection workflows.
8. Monitor GIS connectivity and application functionality to support reliable GIS editing and mobile operations.
9. Maintain GIS documentation and procedures to ensure consistency with current GIS tools and workflows.
10. Assist with reporting activities by preparing data extracts maps and supporting materials for reports
11. Gain working knowledge of District mobile hardware mobile device management tools and field applications.
12. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned in support of team department and organizational goals.

1. Perform advanced GIS data imports integrations and updates from internal systems and external partners including fiber network data and agency GIS data.
2. Manage complex GIS data imports integrations and updates from internal systems and external partners including fiber network data and agency GIS data.
3. Configure maintain and support mobile GIS inspections and data collection tools ensuring alignment with operational workflows and change management standards.
4. Evaluate test and implement GIS tools and applications (e.g. ESRI Field Maps Survey123 Collector) and provide recommendations to management.
5. Develop configure and maintain GIS-based reporting and data access layers in collaboration with the Data Team and Applications staff.
6. Create and distribute GIS-based reports maps and dashboards using District reporting tools such as Crystal Reports and/or Tableau.
7. Work directly with end users to identify GIS requirements improve workflows and provide advanced technical support and training.
8. Monitor GIS system connectivity performance and data integrity; proactively identify and resolve issues.
9. Develop and maintain GIS documentation standards and procedures aligned with evolving GIS tools and business processes.
10. Support testing activities for GIS and related applications including patch testing and validation in appropriate environments.
11. Serve as a technical mentor and resource to GIS Specialist I staff.

Required:
GIS Specialist I

• AAS in Engineering Technology Geographical Information Systems or related technical degree program.

• Prefer 0 to 2 years of utility Engineering/GIS Technician experience

• AAS in Engineering Technology Geographical Information Systems or related technical degree program.
• Three (3) to four (4) years of GIS Specialist level experience with the appropriate applications.

• Working knowledge of GIS concepts geospatial data and database principles.
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS tools such as ArcGIS Pro/Desktop Field Maps Survey123 or equivalent.
• Ability to perform accurate GIS data entry editing and validation.
• Working knowledge of GPS and mobile data collection techniques.
• Basic understanding of electric utility or fiber network concepts or the ability to learn them.
• Ability to follow established procedures standards and documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Ability to communicate effectively with end users and technical staff.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel.
• Willingness and ability to learn new software tools technologies and workflows.

• In-depth knowledge of GIS concepts geospatial data modeling and spatial analysis.
• In-depth knowledge of ArcGIS tools such as ArcGIS Pro/Desktop Field Maps Survey123 ArcCatalog or equivalent platforms.
• Strong understanding of electric distribution and fiber network systems and their representation in GIS.
• Ability to design analyze and troubleshoot complex GIS datasets and workflows.
• Working knowledge of reporting and data visualization tools (e.g. Crystal Reports Tableau).
• Basic knowledge of relational database concepts
• Working knowledge of basic SQL for querying filtering and extracting spatial and attribute data using ESRI GIS tools (e.g. ArcGIS Pro ArcGIS online)
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or equivalent drafting tools.
• Strong understanding of GPS mobile GIS applications and field data collection workflows.
• Ability to work independently prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication facilitation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to translate business and operational needs into effective GIS solutions.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications.

• Demonstrated initiative to stay current with GIS technology and apply it to real-world utility use cases.

• Attendance:Consistent need to attend work at the job site or work location. Frequent or constant need for punctuality.
• Physical Effort:Frequent periods are spent standing or sitting in the same location with some opportunity to move about; occasionally there may be a requirement to stoop or lift light material or equipment (typically less than 8 lbs.).
• Environment:Located in a comfortable indoor area with occasional requirement to visit an external job site. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
• Hazards:There is occasional exposure to hazards or risk of injury that are generally protected against or predictable.
• Sensory Attention:Typically requires regular use of one or more senses of medium intensity and long duration. Position requires color vision.
• Job Pressure/Deadline Orientation:Must meet reasonable deadlines quotas or demands for accuracy and/or may be involved in some mildly unpleasant situations.

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