Geospatial Data Specialist I, II or III

Are you seeking a career that allows you to utilize your GIS skills within a collaborative organization that creates a lasting impact for locals, businesses, and visitors to Cedar Rapids? If so, consider applying for the City of Cedar Rapids’ Geospatial Data Specialist I/II/III opening! Join our organization and blaze a path of municipal GIS projects that make tasks more efficient and easier than ever before.

About our Organization

At the City, we are committed to employing individuals who reflect our community’s diverse backgrounds and this position is crucial in the success and strategic direction of a growing and evolving community. We appreciate and leverage the vast experience individuals bring beyond the technical requirements of a job. If you are an individual with similar experience listed here please consider applying. Experience and skills combined with commitment to our core values is key to building a greater community now and for the next generation.

About our Community

Nestled in the heart of Iowa, Cedar Rapids is our vibrant and diverse community known for its rich history, culture, and natural beauty. Our city has a strong sense of community which can be seen at any of our numerous parks, recreational opportunities, and family-friendly events year round. You can also explore our thriving downtown district, filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, or take a stroll along the Cedar River, which runs through the heart of the city. Cedar Rapids - Why you should live here! 

Updates and maintains a wide variety of Enterprise-wide Geographic Information System Databases, creates maps, responds to customer requests for geospatial data. Essential functions include, Use of the ArcGIS Software Suite. Develops, configures, initializes, and maintains department specific asset/infrastructure management programs.  Drives the work load of the field crew.  Provides technical support to the assigned department.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

I/II:

• Digitizes, maintains, and analyzes geographic data. Recommends and implements efficiencies and enhancements.
• Creates, administers, and updates infrastructure preventative maintenance programs. Designs, configures, implements, and maintains asset management programs for department specific infrastructure.
• Provide support to departmental staff with service requests and work flows using the GIS-based asset management software.
• Researches and compiles infrastructure and related data from hard copy maps, engineering drawings, and database tables for entry into GIS.
• Updates, verifies, and maintains GIS database and tables.
• Provides technical support to departmental staff in the development of infrastructure management programs.
• Directs and performs field location and verifies proper identification of City infrastructure.
• Utilizes Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment and software to collect, record, and download field data to the GIS.
• Provides support for field personnel regarding the locations of infrastructure features.
• Performs or coordinates update, maintenance, and repair of GIS, GPS, and related hardware and software.
• Operates various engineering survey instruments for determination of precise location of transportation system features.
• Maintains survey equipment and performs regular calibration to ensure accuracy of results.
• Performs related work as required.

• Digitizes, maintains, and analyzes geographic data. Recommends and implements efficiencies and enhancements.
• Leads the creation, administration, and updates infrastructure preventative maintenance programs Designs, configures, implements, and maintains asset management programs for department specific infrastructure. 
• Provide support to departmental staff with service requests and work flows using the GIS-based asset management software
• Researches and compiles infrastructure and related data from hard copy maps, engineering drawings, and database tables for entry into GIS
• Updates, verifies, and maintains GIS database and tables
• Provides technical support to departmental staff in the development of infrastructure management programs
• Directs and performs field location and verifies proper identification of City infrastructure
• Utilizes Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment and software to collect, record, and download field data to the GIS
• Provides support for field personnel regarding the locations of  infrastructure features
• Performs or coordinates update, maintenance, and repair of GIS, GPS, and related hardware and software
• Operates various engineering survey instruments for determination of precise location of transportation system features
• Maintains survey equipment and performs regular calibration to ensure accuracy of results
• Performs related work as required

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Planning, Computer Science, Environmental Science, or a related field and
• One (1)  year of experience in GIS Feature Creation, Database Maintenance, SQL and Python, Esri Products (ArcMap, ArcCatalog, ArcPro, etc.), ArcGIS Online, cartographic experience or
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Planning, Computer Science, Environmental Science, or a related field and
• One (1) to three (3) years of experience in GIS Feature Creation, Database Maintenance, SQL and Python, Esri Products (ArcMap, ArcCatalog, ArcPro, etc.), ArcGIS Online, cartographic experience or
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Planning, Computer Science, Environmental Science, or a related field and
• Three to five years of experience in GIS Feature Creation, Database Maintenance, SQL and Python, Esri Products (ArcMap, ArcCatalog, ArcPro, etc.), ArcGIS Online, and cartographic experience or
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population

Required Licenses or Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Work Schedule

• Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm

• I: $26.68- $36.03 hourly
• II: $28.56- $38.55 hourly
• III: $30.55- $41.25 hourly

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
The City of Cedar Rapids is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All job applicants will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history).

Applicants with Disabilities
We respect and value people with disabilities and are committed to providing a workplace culture of disability inclusion. People with disabilities are supported during the hiring process and are encouraged to apply for employment with the City of Cedar Rapids. In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to those in need of assistance with the application and interview process. To request an accommodation, contact the City's Human Resources department by phone at 319-286-5000 or by email at hr@cedar-rapids.org.