Geographic Systems SpecialistII (1383)

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City of San José

GEOGRAPHIC SYSTEMS SPECIALIST II (1383)

CLASS PURPOSE

Under general supervision, performs work of moderate difficulty at the journey level in the utilization of geographic information systems, or the utilization of the computerized traffic forecast model. Performs related work as required.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESULTS (Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed.)

Operates and maintains various types of geographic information system workstations including alphanumeric terminals, digitizers, menu tablets, plotters and micro computers.
Develops and/or modifies geographic information or forecast modeling application software and related sub-system application software.
Maintains the computerized traffic forecast model's network database and documents significant changes to this database.
Interprets recorded plans to enter graphic and attribute data into a graphic information system.
Identifies system problems by employing hardware and software diagnostic utilities and methodologies.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the journey level position in the Geographic Systems Specialist series. An incumbent in this class has acquired the skills to independently perform technical geographic systems work of moderate difficulty. This class differs from that of Geographic Systems Specialist I in that an incumbent of the latter performs the more routine assignments in a training capacity. This class differs from that of Senior Geographic Systems Specialist in that an incumbent of the latter performs the most complex and difficult geographic systems work and leads or supervises incumbents in Geographic Systems Specialist classes.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Knowledges, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of algebra, trigonometry and analytic geometry.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of geographic information systems or computerized traffic forecast modeling.
Ability to think logically and follow detailed instructions.
Ability to solve problems in a logical manner.
Ability to organize projects, understand project goals and manage time effectively.
Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to deal with the public in a courteous and effective manner.
Ability to use specialized computer system application software.
Ability to read and interpret construction plans.

Competency Knowledges, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of topologically structured data for spatial analysis.
Ability to assess and understand user needs and to develop the necessary software and/or reports to meet those needs.
Ability to write or modify computer programs of average difficulty.
Some positions may also require the ability to write or modify computer programs of moderate difficulty to produce reports, maps and/or data models.

Training and Experience

Any combination of training and experience equivalent to successful completion a Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, engineering, physical science, mathematics, geography, urban planning or related field and one (1) year of increasingly responsible experience in computer programming, geographic information systems, or transportation planning.

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