GIS Specialist I

Citrus County is seeking a motivated GIS Specialist I to join our dynamic team. Citrus County is not just a place to work-it's a vibrant, welcoming community committed to enhancing the quality of life for all its residents. Our GIS Division is responsible for developing and maintaining effective geospatial data in our GIS system to increase the efficiency of county departments, agencies, and regional partners in meeting their business needs.

The GIS Specialist I utilizes Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software and programs to create and maintain geographically referenced data, maps and reports. GIS software has the capacity to relate different types of data such as socioeconomic, demographic, administrative or political boundaries, land use, land cover, environmental, infrastructure, and transportation networks. GIS specialists are in charge of the development of electronic and print maps from GIS data, as well as the maintenance and development of the datasets, databases, and reports needed to accomplish specific tasks. The schedule for this full-time position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

• Creates, organizes, manipulates, and retrieves GIS data for reporting, analysis, and presentation purposes.
• Conducts research to locate and obtain data for maintenance of existing databases.
• Compiles geographic data from a variety of sources including censuses, field observation, satellite imagery, aerial photographs, and existing maps.
• Enters new map data using the principles of cartography including coordinate systems, longitude, latitude, elevation, topography, and map scales.
• Understands geographic relationships among varying types of data.
• Prepares metadata and other documentation.
• Operates GIS system hardware, including plotter, color printer, and data collection devices.
• Maintains files, data, and maps for integration with documents and web applications.
• Performs quality assurance of GIS data and associated graphic components.
• Presents maps and data to users and answers questions about its source and accuracy.
• Creates new maps using appropriate data, symbology, and labeling.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education, Training, and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Associate's degree, vocational technical degree or specialized training or experience that is equivalent to satisfactory completion of two (2) years of college education in related field preferred.
• Two (2) years direct GIS (ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, Mapbox, or CAD(AutoCAD) experience.
• Experience with GIS software, especially ESRI ArcGIS applications and AutoCAD, preferred.

• Valid Florida Driver License (or must obtain within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida), or valid Florida Identification Card is acceptable only for positions not required to drive a county vehicle.
• Requires ability to maintain courteous and effective relations with County staff, elected officials, community interest groups and the public.
• Must have strong working knowledge of computers and be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite of Products (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days certification in FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses:
  • IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS); and
  • IS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System

• Requires sitting most of the day.
• The job involves frequent lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 20 pounds.
• The job requires frequent balancing, and occasional bending, squatting and twisting.
• The job requires the completion of tasks that involve typing and simple grasping.
• The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, depth perception and color vision, hearing, and speaking.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. Emergency response duties may also include driving and/or operating a county vehicle or equipment and employees must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.

Employee Benefits at a Glance
 Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
 Employee Health & Wellness Center
 Florida Retirement System (FRS)
 Basic Term Life and AD&D Insurance $20,000
 Long Term Disability Insurance
 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
 11 Paid Holidays
 Vacation and Sick Leave
 
Please visit the Benefits tab of this posting for additional information and a link to the Employee Benefits Highlights booklet.
 
Basis of Rating: Some positions may require a written and/or skills test. Applications will be carefully reviewed to assess each individuals’ qualifications. Selected persons will be interviewed to determine who will be hired for the job.  The kind and length of related work experience, training and education shown on the application will be an important consideration in the screening process.
 
Must successfully pass an employment reference check and criminal background check. Drug screens will be in accordance with the Drug Free Workplace Act and/or the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.
 
Citrus County, Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.  
 
Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), marital status, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected trait.
 
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.
 
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. PLEASE NOTE: Veterans' Preference is not applied for positions that are classified as managerial/supervisory unless excluded. For details, please refer to Section 110.205(2), F.S.
 
Pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes or the “Public Records Law,” applications, resumes and personnel records are subject to public inspections. Details regarding the “Public Records Law”/ “The Sunshine Law” / Florida Statutes and the statutory exemptions are available on websites such as the Florida Office of the Attorney General, Florida Senate and Florida Legislature. Additionally, Citrus County Board of County Commissioners Public Information section is located on our website.