Utility Information Systems Technician

St. Johns County residents enjoy a healthy quality of life with many perks including one of the top rated public school systems in the State of Florida, miles of beach shoreline, peaceful estuary scenery of the St. Johns River, long established agriculture and equestrian scene, and the nation’s oldest city, historic St. Augustine. In 2019 St. Johns County was ranked the 10th fastest growing county in the United States showcasing that there is truly something for everyone in St. Johns County! 

St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners is seeking an Information Systems Technician for our well-established Utility Department whose headquarters are located in beautiful St. Augustine, Florida.

Employees work in a team-oriented environment in a variety of divisions with two common goals in mind: to provide the best services to our citizens and to be the best public utility in North Florida.

This position is responsible for performing assigned Geographic Information System functions in support of department operations.  The work consists of varied GIS analysis duties. Frequent technology updates contribute to the complexity of the position.  The purpose of this position is to complete assigned GIS functions and provide support for the GIS database operations of the County government. Success in this position contributes to the maintenance of accurate and completed GIS data.

The ideal Instrument Technician candidate must possess St. Johns County’s core values of Dedication, Openness, Adaptability, Visionary, Fiscal Responsibility, Integrity, and Humility.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interprets and performs basic spatial analysis on GIS and CMMS data to produce maps, reports, dashboards and other products.

• Coordinates with various county departments to exchange GIS data.

• Follows quality assurance and quality control procedures to ensure accurate GIS and CMMS data.

• Digitizes GIS features and geo-rectified images, from construction drawings, as-built plans and record drawings to keep the GIS utility database current.

• Develops and maintains GIS data layers in support of the utilities

• Designs, creates, and provides hard copy and digital maps in a variety of formats.

• Collect data to improve asset information including positional accuracy of utility assets using GPS devices and mobile devices.

• Creates, develops, administers, and maintains the Utility’s spatial data library to support the Asset Management system.

• Configures and creates GIS web maps and Apps using ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS online.

• Reviews and verifies data in GIS and CMMS using tools available.

• Full-time presence on the job.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in a related course of study to the occupational field and one year of related work experience.

• Completion of County training course work required under the Utility Information Systems Training Program in the assigned timeframe or demonstration of equivalent training and proficiency. Certification of this training is a requirement which is obtained by achieving a passing score of seventy percent (70% percent) or higher on the Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSA) assessment at the end of the training program.

• Possession of specific additional certifications/endorsements/licenses as outlined in the Progression Through Training Program Manual may qualify for additional incentive pay.

• Possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license and any other endorsements necessary to legally operate vehicles used while assigned to this position.

• Must possess good interpersonal and communication skills to serve others.

• Must be able to comprehend, speak and write the English language.

• Must be able to operate a computer.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Knowledge of GIS, CMMS, and Data Analytic hardware and software.

• Knowledge of trends in GIS, CMMS, and Data Analytic technology.

• Knowledge of data management principles.

• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.

• Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.

• Skill in the preparation of clear and precise administrative reports.

• Skills in oral and written communication.

 

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Working Conditions may include some exposure to environmental changes (e.g., outdoor weather and/or field conditions, warehouses, garages, etc.), extreme noises, odors, heights and/or dust.
• Physical Activity may include sitting, walking, lifting heavy objects up to 25lbs, kneeling, crouching, reaching, or standing.

Salary Range:

$59,675.20 -$80,433.60

Compensation Grade:

BCC PG18

Department:

Utility Engineering

Location:

1205 Florida 16
St. Augustine, FL 32084


St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners is a drug free workplace and equal opportunity employer. All employment actions are taken without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, handicap, disability, marital status, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

An applicant eligible for Veteran's Preference who believes he or she was not afforded employment preferences in accordance with Florida law may file a complaint requesting an investigation with the Florida department of veterans affairs. Veteran's Preference Coordinator, 11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311, Largo, FL 33778. A complaint must be filed within 60 calendar days from the date that the notice of hiring decision is received by the applicant or within three calendar months of the date of the application is filed within the employer if no notice is given. If no notice is given, it is the responsibility of the preferred applicant to contact the employer to determine if the position has been filled.