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About the DepartmentThe Department of Transportation (DOT) plans, develops, operates, and maintains transportation facilities, services, and related systems which contribute to the livability and economic health of the City. We comprise a team of more than 500 people ready to serve the needs of our residents to improve the efficiency and safety of San José streets. We are an energetic and innovative team that is improving transportation in the nation’s 12th largest city, while focusing on safety, sustainability, and active public life! For more information about DOT, visit
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Position DutiesDOT is currently seeking to fill one vacancy for the Senior Geographic Information Systems Specialist position.
The Department of Transportation is recruiting for a Senior Geographic Information Systems Specialist for the Transportation Safety, Operations and Parking Division. This position performs asset management of the City’s transportation system, including streetlights, traffic signals, and other assets contributing to the safe and effective flow of traffic. This position will supervise one or more Geographic Information Systems Specialist I/II and will report to the Senior Engineer.
The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, system builder, collaborator, and effective in designing and delivering reports and visuals, and giving recommendations to the benefit of various end-users. Expertise in Arc GIS and database systems will be essential for success in this role.
Key duties include but are not limited to the following:
- Maintains and improves the quality of inventory databases of various transportation systems assets.
- Provides data analytics to support asset management practices and decision making, by identifying service gaps, opportunities for efficiencies, and so on.
- Supports DOT project delivery or other problem-solving needs through data collection, analysis, and mapping by working together with the GIS team
- Provides technical support for integration and operation of DOT infrastructure data systems with City’s enterprise data system.
- Works with vendors to customize software products to meet the Department’s needs
- Supervises and supports the functions of Geographic Information Systems Specialist I/II staff, whose work tasks may include data entry, data management, mapping, and others.
More information on the typical duties can be found in the Class Specifications for
Senior Geographic Information Systems Specialist.
Minimum QualificationsEDUCATION: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Geographic Information Systems, Engineering, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Mathematics, Physical Science, Geography, Geology, Urban Planning or closely related field.
EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in computer programming, geographic information systems or transportation planning, including one (1) year in special and/or asset database management.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATES: A GIS or GISP certificate from a certifying body acceptable to the City of San José is highly desirable.
ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS: Possession of a valid GIS or GISP certificate from a certifying body acceptable to the City of San José may be substituted for one (1) year of experience in computer programming, geographic information systems or transportation planning.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San José will NOT sponsor, represent, or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.
Other QualificationsThe ideal candidate will possess the most desirable combination of training, skills, and experience, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:
JOB EXPERTISE: Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable GIS data and systems management professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.
CONSTRUCTIVE ENERGIES: A demonstration of energy and drive that comes from within, and a willingness to approach all aspects of work with a generally positive attitude; possessing the inclination to take appropriate action rather than waiting to be told what to do; examples of Constructive Energies include but are not limited to: enthusiasm, honesty, integrity, empathy, dedication, reliable, proactive, respectful, confidence, ethical, and a willingness to help others.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts.
TEAMWORK & INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
PROBLEM SOLVING: Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome.
INITIATIVE: Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance.
SUPERVISION: Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness.
ANALYTICAL THINKING: Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.
FLEXIBILITY: Makes effective decisions and achieves desired results in the midst of major changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes, performance expectations, organizational culture, or work environment.
TECHNOLOGY USE/MANAGEMENT: Uses efficient and cost-effective approaches to integrate technology into the workplace and improve program effectiveness.
Selection Process The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process.
If selected, the Conditional Offer of Employment is contingent upon you providing proof of a valid State of California driver’s license, and an assessment of your California DMV Employer Pull Notice (EPN) as per the DMV Release of Driver Record Information form. Failure to pass the DMV Pull Notice assessment will deem you ineligible for employment.
If you have questions about the duties of this position or the selection or hiring processes, please contact Jasmine Medrano at
jasmine.medrano@sanjoseca.gov.
Additional Information: Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.
Please note that applications are currently
not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system.
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.
Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email
CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application.
The City of San Jose offers a wide range of core health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Disability, and Savings Plans. Please visit the City's
benefits pagefor detailed information on coverage, cost, and dependent coverage.
For information on the City’s Retirement Plan(pension for full-time employees), please visit the Office of Retirement Services
website. You will be able to view information based on different Sworn/Federated job classification.
In additional to the benefits above, there is an
additional perks siteto explore further benefits of working for the City of San Jose like paid leave, educational reimbursements, and holiday pay are specific to the job classification and union membership.
Closing Date/Time: 10/1/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
