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GIS Analyst - Village of Schaumburg, IL

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.  Interviews will be conducted as applications are received.  This position will remain open until filled.

STARTING SALARY RANGE:  $75,244.00 - $83,709.00 annually dependent on qualifications. The salary range for this position is $75,244.00 - $109,104.00.

Please attach as part of your application all necessary documents verifying that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

JOB SUMMARY:

This position assists with maintaining the village’s Geographic Information System (GIS), including updating GIS-related data, preparing exhibits and thematic maps, providing technical support, and training to departmental GIS users, and maintaining web map services.  

To succeed in this role, applicants will need to effectively and clearly communicate to a full range of people and have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels with sound judgement.  We are looking to add a team member capable of managing and prioritizing multiple projects with thoroughness and accuracy.

Full description and application available here.

JOB DUTIES:

  1. Creates and maintains GIS data in an enterprise geodatabase.
  2. Creates and updates maps and exhibits for various departments.
  3. Performs spatial data analysis. 
  4. Performs automation of GIS tasks using geoprocessing models, Model Builder, or Python.
  5. Assists with the development, implementation, and maintenance of web mapping applications.
  6. Assists with GIS hardware and software setup and configuration.
  7. Provides technical assistance, consultation, and basic training to department users with GIS-related projects and applications.
  8. Assists with field work utilizing Global Positioning Systems (GPS) devices and mobile devices.
  9. Performs other duties as assigned.


QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, or related field.
  2. A minimum of three years of experience supporting, developing, and implementing geographic information systems.  Experience in local government preferred.
  3. Considerable knowledge of the use and operation of Esri software, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), and relational databases. 
  4. Possession of a valid driver’s license and transportation for fieldwork.
  5. Proficiency with current computer technology, job-specific software, and customer service systems.

BENEFITS:

The Village of Schaumburg has a competitive benefit package which includes: flexible benefit Section 125 plan including health, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, a retirement plan through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and more.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Candidate screening process may consist of an application review, skills testing, employability assessment, interviews, reference checks, and other job-related testing or verifications.  Chosen candidates will be subject to a background and criminal history investigation, and qualifying pre-employment medical examination and drug screen (including cannabis).

About:

The Village of Schaumburg is a thriving community of 78,723 residents located 11 miles west of O’Hare International Airport and approximately 26 miles northwest of Chicago. Not only is Schaumburg the twelfth-largest community in the State of Illinois, but it is also home to the second-largest concentration of retail, office, and commercial activity. Notable village distinctions include being rated as an excellent or good place to live by 95% of respondents in the National Community Survey; having multiple highly-awarded and accredited departments; and being recognized as a Better Business Town by The Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois.

The village employs approximately 600 employees in 12 departments, including police, fire, engineering and public works, communications, community development, cultural services, economic development, finance, general government, human resources, information technology, and transportation. Our employees work to serve the residents and strive to make Schaumburg the best community it can be.


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