--- Begin Forwarded Message --- Date: Thu, 10 Feb 2000 08:32:57 -0800 From: Michael Carson <[log in to unmask]> Subject: Job announcement - GIS Analyst - Santa Monica CA Sender: Michael Carson <[log in to unmask]> Do you want to work at a city that is leading GIS development for local governments in Southern California? Do you like working with the latest technology, hardware, and software? Do you like being on the GIS "bleeding edge"? Then come and be part of our GIS team at the City of Santa Monica ... the best west side city to work in. I am in no way biased! ;-) Here are the details: Location: City of Santa Monica, California Position: GIS Analyst Salary: Up to $66,516 annually, depending on qualifications Benefits: City paid retirement (PERS), social security, medical, dental, vision, life insurance; 9/80 work schedule; generous paid leave package Major duties: Assists in the design, implementation, and maintenance of the city's GIS databases; uses structured query language (SQL) to create and define database tables to store customer-defined data and to perform data analysis and create queries and reports; uses ArcInfo and ArcView to perform spatial data analysis; analyzes customers' GIS data requirements; creates custom GIS applications using ArcInfo, ArcView, and development tools such as Visual Basic, C++, PowerBuilder, or Delphi, and world wide web (WWW) development tools; develops internet GIS applications using MapObjects; digitizes customer supplied information; trains and assists system users in new and existing GIS applications; assists GIS customers with map production and with analysis of spatial and database information; performs other related duties as assigned. Knowledge, abilities, and skills: Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), ArcInfo, ArcView, MapObjects, AML, and Avenue; development tools such as Visual Basic, C++, or PowerBuilder; MS DOS, Microsoft Windows, Unix, Novell Netware, and RDBMS; world wide web development languages such as HTML and CGI. Ability to understand customer stated requirement questions and problems and translate into GIS and DBMS terms and actions; install and maintain software systems; read and comprehend technical information; document technical information in writing; communicate effectively with the public and with city employees; use independent judgment and initiative in making recommendations regarding GIS applications; complete assignments in a timely manner. Skill in software system configuration, maintenance and problem resolution; installing software components and editing configuration data files to implement client server systems; managing application and customer file systems and directories; production of customized ArcView projects, views, and layouts; analyzing spatial data by linking ArcView tables and creating ArcView queries; creating printed maps from ArcView; database design and development; SQL operation; report design and development; query design and optimization; software analysis and programming; training system users in GIS applications; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with city employees and the public. Licenses: Possession of a valid Class C drivers license Education, training, and experience: A Bachelors degree in Geography or Computer Science (Masters degree a BIG plus), including course work in GIS, and 3+ years of work experience designing, implementing, and maintaining GIS databases. Experience managing projects and staff a plus. How to apply: For application materials, mail or call the City of Santa Monica, Personnel Department, 1685 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, 310-458-8697, http://www.santa-monica.org/personnel/. A completed city application form and supplemental application must be submitted to the Personnel Department by no later than 5:00 PM, Friday, March 3, 2000. If your application does not reach us by the end of the filing period, you will not be considered for the GIS Analyst position. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application or supplemental application materials. FAX's will not be accepted. Postmarks will not be accepted. Good luck. mike Michael A. Carson Senior GIS Programmer/Analyst City of Santa Monica - Water Division 1212 5th St., 3rd Floor, Santa Monica, CA, 90401 Tel: 310-458-8231 Fax: 310-393-6697 Email: [log in to unmask] Web: www.santa-monica.org --- End Forwarded Message ---