GIS Specialist

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, include the responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics listed below. This list of responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Summary 

Under general supervision by the GIS Programs Manager, this position performs a variety of technical mapping functions utilizing GIS technology and assists with coordination of GIS activities for Hays County. This position also provides assistance with 9-1-1 addressing and database maintenance. GIS support is provided to the Planning Office as needed.

• Provides support to the GIS Programs Manager.
• Assists with GIS activities throughout the County government.
• Oversees the implementation and maintenance of web based GIS Maps and Applications for the Department.
• Provides GIS support to other County employees, elected officials, and the public as needed
• Performs GIS data maintenance and creation from aerial photos, GPS data, and other sources.
• Reviews and verifies existing addresses in support of the 9-1-1 Database Coordinator.
• Interacts with local, state, federal, and private agencies requiring Hays County spatial data.
• Interprets survey field notes and confirm legal boundaries.
• Provides GIS related technical support to current Department staff, and various other County staff as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree, GIS Certificate, or equivalent training in the area of GIS, geography, or a planning related field.
• Two years experience in GIS, database management, cartography, or related field.