GIS Coordinator

You can do great work and love what you do with the City of Delaware. We are an organization that succeeds because of teamwork, dedication, diversity, and the innovative spirit of all our employees. The City of Delaware is an award-winning local government organization known for its professionalism, customer service orientation and a strong commitment to distinctive and well-planned community development. The work environment is stable with excellent benefits and retirement packages.  Our mission is to ensure an effective government, a healthy economy, being a safe city and welcoming you to be a part of this great community!   

Under the direction of the Deputy Information Technology Director, the GIS Coordinator's primary role is to plan and coordinate citywide geographical information systems including, but not limited to, program development, implementation, maintenance, training, and support.  The GIS Coordinator is responsible for reading, interpreting, and verifying data contained in source documents, such as civil engineering plans and plot maps; entering required data into the GIS; the long-term development and enhancement of GIS information technology to meet mapping and end user service objectives; GIS modelling; and providing expertise, support, assistance, and guidance to staff and external contacts.

Essential Functions: For purposes of 42 USC 12101

1. Designs, programs, and tests GIS and Cityworks applications and executables using appropriate programming languages.
2. Develops short and long-range goals to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness for GIS and Cityworks development and integrations.
3. Develops, administers, and maintains GIS and Cityworks web sites and applications, and performs continuous updates of core City GIS and Cityworks data and web site information.
4. Continually improves operations, decreases turnaround times, and streamlines work processes.
5. Coordinates and oversees various special projects and/or graphics for presentations in support of the GIS and Cityworks system, and tracks time-sensitive projects and assignments to ensure timely completion.
6. Prepares and reviews written documents pertaining to GIS and Cityworks to ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
7. Maintains fields and enforces GIS and Cityworks database standards in coordination with other City departments.
8. Communicates with the public, vendors, contractors, GIS and Cityworks users, and management to determine current and future needs, and provides recommendations about equipment, software, hardware, etc.
9. Develops and provides GIS and Cityworks standards, training, and guidance for GIS and Cityworks users within the City.
10. Designs digital maps with geographic data and other data sources. Builds and/or publishes live GIS maps for display or report purposes
11. Integrates programming, mapping, and cartography.  
12. Converts and manipulates graphics and different database file structures. 
13. Utilizes data information for query and analysis purposes.
14. Utilizes ArcGIS for Server and/or ArcGIS Online to develop and maintain a customized Internet website for GIS.
15. Uses ArcGIS software to create, manage, and maintain existing GIS database and web access for developing and sharing web and mapping applications for users.
16. Maps a flow of data from departments and access to centralized SQL database.
17. Develops and maintains ArcGIS for Server and/or ArcGIS Online customized web applications for end users to query data and create their own maps and reports.
18. Specifies end user needs and data management structure for maximum efficiency for sharing data across large network of GIS users.
19. Participates in regional and state GIS professional development and networking opportunities.
20. Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, Publisher, Access, Sharepoint, OneNote, and Teams) and other computer software.
• City and Department goals and objectives.
• City and Department policies and procedures.
• Government structure and process.
• Standard office procedures.
• ESRI's ArcGIS core products.
• GIS spatial development techniques and digitizing and data manipulation procedures for GIS.
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and concepts such as ESRI ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS for Server, ArcGIS for Desktop, Python, and Internet development tools.
• SQL databases.
• Administration of Windows Server operating systems.
• Use of plotters, scanners, GPS, and IOS/Android systems for data collections.
• ESRI's ArcGIS for Desktop software applications combined with associated analysis modules and data storage architecture.
• Symbols and terminology used in civil, architectural, or electronic engineering drawing.
• CityWorks or other GIS-centric asset management software used to perform inspection, monitoring, and condition assessment preferred.

• Excellent organization, attention to detail, accuracy, time management, and critical thinking skills.
• Using tact, discretion, initiative, and independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Civic engagement and customer service.
• Use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and concepts such as ESRI ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS for Server, ArcGIS for Desktop, Python, and Internet development tools.
• Advanced SQL database skills.
• Use Cityworks application.
• Composing, editing, and proofreading a variety of correspondence, reports, and forms.

• Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, or regulations to specific situations.
• Deal with many variables, define and solve problems, collect, analyze, and interpret data, establish facts, and determine specific action, evaluate and improve process and/or program efficiency / effectiveness.
• Operate assigned equipment.
• Organize, oversee, and complete multiple projects simultaneously with limited supervision.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality about information within the office.
• Add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Prepare correspondence.
• Compile and prepare reports.  
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions, policies, and procedures.
• Be honest, dependable, and trustworthy.
• Maintain effective working relationships.
• Communicate effectively, both in oral and written form and to prepare and present effective public presentations.   
• Exercise independent judgement and discretion.
• Work in a professional office environment.
• Provide high level technical assistance and support by analyzing difficult problems and recommending solutions.
• Use graphic design application and follow graphic instructions such as blueprints, layouts, or other visual aids.
• Diagnose technical problems and recommend solutions.
• Work and maintain a professional demeanor during stressful situations.
• Make presentations to small and large audiences, and to train users on software.

Physical Requirements

1. The primary duties of this position are performed in a general office environment with regular visits to off-site City facilities.
2. Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal instructions and to communicate effectively with others in person and over the telephone.
3. Sufficient visual acuity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to comprehend written work requests, to diagnose and detect problems and to develop effective system solutions.
4. Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate computer equipment and components, power tools and other office equipment.
5. Sufficient personal mobility and flexibility, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to work in an office setting and to sit for extended periods of time.
6. Sufficient ability and strength to lift, carry, or otherwise move objects up to fifty (50) pounds for varying distances.

1. Bachelor's degree in GIS, geography, planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering, computer science, or related field.
2. Four (4) or more years related experience in the design and development of GIS systems or other closely related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
3. ESRI or GISP certificates desired.
4. Possession of a valid State of Ohio driver's license and ability to maintain insurability under the City's vehicle insurance policy.
5. Regular and reliable attendance
6. Any combination of training and experience which will indicate the possession of the skills, knowledge and abilities listed below.

The City of Delaware offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health, dental, and life insurance, retirement pension and savings plans, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and longevity pay and, in many positions, paid uniforms or clothing allowance. This position is part of the Management Pay Plan. Details about the compensation and benefits for this position can be found in the agreement by clicking here.

The information above is intended to be illustrative of the kinds of duties that may be assigned to the position and should not be interpreted to describe all the duties which may be required of employees holding this position.

The City of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.  In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), the City of Delaware will provide reasonable accommodations, upon reasonable request, to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.