GIS Specialist

Title: GIS Specialist

Job Number: REQ-75799

Salary: $50,556 – $76,452 per year

Deadline: 10/03/2021 at 11:59pm Pacific Time

Do you have IT experience and a passion for the outdoors? Do you have skills with GIS tools?

If this sounds like you, come join our leadership team as a GIS Specialist and support one of Oregon’s greatest resources – State Parks!

This position falls under the classification Information Systems Specialist 4.

Our Mission

OPRD’s mission is to provide and protect outstanding natural, scenic, cultural, historic and recreational sites for the enjoyment and education of present and future generations.

Our Operating Principles

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) believes Operating Principles are core values that, if mutually accepted and supported by all employees, will create a connected, respectful, and trusting work environment. Our Operating Principles are: Accountability, Commitment, Empathy, Empowerment, Fun, Integrity, Respect, & Well-being.

What you will do:

As a GIS Specialist, you will utilize current GIS tools to assist Oregon State Parks in collecting, correcting and improving the data sets available in support of the archeology and heritage programs. You will provide customers with current data, reduce duplication of field work efforts and ensure the agency is targeting resources to ensure best practices in the preservation of history and stories of all cultures that have existed in Oregon.

Minimum Qualifications:

(a) Three (3) years of information systems experience with GIS.
OR
(b) An Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or a related field; AND One (1) year of information systems experience with GIS.

OR

(c) A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

The State of Oregon is requiring all executive branch employees to complete their COVID-19 vaccination series by October 18, 2021 unless the employee receives a medical or religious exception. New employees must submit vaccination documentation or be approved for an exception by October 18, 2021. For more information, visit our policy listed here.

What we are looking for (Desired Attributes):

• At least one (1) year of GIS experience.
• Experience developing and delivering presentations and products with technical programs/solutions.
• Experience with the safe use of tools, material and equipment associated with field surveys and mapping.
• Working knowledge of geospatial tools and data.
• A solid understanding of field survey and locating activities and tools.
• Experience in promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.

What's in it for you:

This is a fantastic opportunity to support millions of visitors connecting with the best state park system in America. You will work with a team of supportive, talented and highly motivated professionals. And, you’ll receive a fantastic benefits packaging including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for the employee and qualified family members
• Paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and 10 paid holidays per year
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).

LINK TO OFFICIAL STATE APPLICATION (required):

https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Salem--OPRD--Central-Office/GIS-Specialist_REQ-75799

https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Salem--OPRD--Central-Office/GIS-Specialist_REQ-75799