What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS Specialist position at Rio Grande Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization?
The GIS Specialist is responsible for maintaining the ArcInfo/ArcView Geographic Information System, TRANS/CAD. This position also works with the transportation planning process in the MPO study area. Duties include analyzing data, converting GIS data, editing base programs like EXCEL, DBASE, INFO, and creating visualization presentations. This position may also be responsible for geographically displaying traffic counts, and collective traffic count data. Creates and modifies maps, graphs, or diagrams using geographic information software and related equipment. Compiles, evaluates, and interprets geographic data from various sources including censuses, field observations, satellite imagery, aerial photographs, and existing maps; enters required data into a geographic information system. Digitizes, analyzes, and maintains spatial databases of relevant information, documents procedures, validates data for accuracy and completeness, completes approved metadata forms, and produces maps of the resulting information. Translates data from outside sources and converts data to assist users. Assists in writing programs and developing user interfaces, menus, and macro-level commands to meet user needs. Assists in providing consulting services in fields such as resource development and management, environmental hazards, regional cultural history, and urban social planning. Assists with the entering, correcting, and debugging of database records. Assists with evaluating data from outside sources to determine the quality of the data and to resolve record or mapping discrepancies.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $39,521.00 - $51,985.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
Salary : $39,521 - $51,985