Principal Enterprise GIS Analyst

Firm: BART
Location:
Oakland, CA

Payment: Paid
Category: GIS
Contact: Human Resource
employment@bart.gov
(510) 464-6112
Posted: Jan 13, 2015

This position will be responsible for providing project support and maintenance for BART’s Enterprise Geographic Information System (GIS). Duties will include, but are not be limited to, Field Data Collection, Field to Office GIS Workflow, Post Processing, Differential Correction, Survey Control, Data Conversion, Editing, Oracle data Management, Geostatistical Analysis and overall maintenance of all geographic layers. The qualified applicant will possess at least two (2) years of direct work experience in a GIS analyst capacity with a heavy emphasis on field data capture, at least a Bachelor’s degree in a related GIS field, strong verbal and written communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to perform complex GIS tasks using the latest industry tools. In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, the candidate will demonstrate skills, experience and knowledge of the following: 1. ESRI ArcGIS Software Suite 2. AutoDesk Software Suite 3. File Geodatabse & Oracle ArSDE Enterprise Database 4. Survey & Drafting Best Management Practices 5. Geospatial Error Analysis & Mitigation 6. The preparation of clear & concise letters, memorandums and compiling quantitative and qualitative reports. 7. Personal & project organization & planning to effectively set and meet goals/deadlines.

Essential Job Functions

1. Provide QA/QC for all incoming geospatial data. 2. Draft Security Sensitive Information (SSI) in GIS 3. Maintain Security Sensitive Information (SSI) Datasets in GIS 4. Develop GIS related Facility Standards 5. Provide general maintenance for the District’s Enterprise Geographic Information System 6. Actively Participate in Department Working & Technical Groups 7. Provide Tier 1 Technical Support for BART employees using ArcGIS Software 8. Input & Analyze GIS data under the direction of the Manager of Information Systems - GIS 9. Assist in the design, integrity, and security of GIS system architecture, data model development, and maintenance procedures to support highly accessible base maps, layers targeted for individual departments and agencies, and procedures for data publication to many departments. 10. Ensure GIS application performance and functionality. 11. Assist in developing training and implementation techniques for end users. Create written GIS processes for other GIS staff and end users. 12. Prepare clear, concise written reports and correspondence relative to GIS activities. 13. Provide any and all other job functions as directed by the Manager of Information Systems - GIS.

Minimum Qualifications

Education A Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geomatics, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field from an accredited college or university Experience Two (2) years of (full-time equivalent) verifiable GIS analyst experience. Substitution Additional professional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis. A college degree is preferred. Other Requirements Possession of a valid California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record. Possession of a Land Survey in Training Certificate (LSIT) or Professional Land Surveyor Certificate (PLS) is preferred. Knowledge of 1. Modern Field Survey Techniques and Procedures 2. Stationary & Mobile LiDAR Best Management Practices 3. ArcGIS Desktop 10x (ArcCatalog, ArcToolbox, ArcGlobe, ArcScene, ArcReader) 4. ArcGIS Desktop 10x Extensions (Spatial, 3D, Network, Geostatistical, Maplex, Publisher, Schematics) 5. ArcGIS Server 10x 6. ArcGIS Server 10x Extensions (Spatial, 3D, Network, Geostatistical, Image) 7. ArcPad 10x 8. ArcGIS Explorer Online/Desktop 9. ArcGIS Online for Organizations 10. ArcSDE w/ Oracle 11. AutoDesk 2012/13 12. Topcon Field Tools 13. Survey Pro 14. Aerial LiDAR & Photogrammetry Best Management Practices Skill In 1. Operation of Robotic Total Station 2. Operation of Phase Based Stationary Laser Scanner 3. Operation of RTK GPS Equipment 4. Operation of GPS Equipment using ArcPad 5. Ability to register LiDAR Point Cloud Data with Survey Control 6. Contract Document Technical Review 7. Geospatial Error Analysis 8. Survey Process Review 9. Survey Control Best Management Practices 10. Converting Disparate Data Files to ESRI File Geodatabase Format in an Oracle ArcSDE Enviornment 11. ESRI 10x Desktop/Mobile/Server Products 12. GPS Field Data Collection