Geographic Information System Specialist

We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public schools, with the serious work of tailoring the learning environment to better serve our community. Here, you have the opportunity to exercise your potential in the business of education. We are technical professionals, skilled workers, support staff, executives, and community champions. We do our jobs with a sense of integrity, accountability, and pride in shaping the future.

The School Management Services / Master Planning and Demographics Unit supports the Los Angeles Unified School District's mission to educate students through its dedication to the research and analysis utilized in the long-range planning for the optimal utilization of existing schools and determining the need for new school facilities.

A GIS Specialist performs Geographic Information Systems (GIS) related duties and participates in the design, development, maintenance, and deployment of complex geographical spatial datasets, databases, special map exhibits, software applications, and associated technical documentation.

The ideal candidate has a working knowledge of:

• Current versions of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and related computer software such as ArcGIS, Arcinfo, ArcEditor, ArcMap, ArcReader, ArcGIS Spatial Analysis, Maplex, ArcGIS Explorer, Geostatistical Analyst, ArcIMS, and ArcServer
• Advanced mapping concepts and technology trends in GIS cartographic mapping
• Principles of research, data development, and geoprocessing techniques and procedures
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Visio, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator, Oracle, SQL server, VB, and VB.NET
• Sources of geographic spatial datasets and coordinate systems
• Advance techniques for labeling and creating feature link annotation layers
• Terminology, best practices, and technology in the field of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and cartographic mapping
• Development and maintenance of a geodatabase

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Geography, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field.

Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on the basis of two years of experience for one year of education, if proof of graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency is provided.

Experience: Three years of professional work experience using current versions of ArcGIS in a GIS or cartographic setting in geography, education, engineering, or urban planning field which included developing and maintaining a geodatabase platform.

BENEFITS PACKAGE:

Insurance: 100% District paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, vision, for you and eligible family members.

Retirement Pension: Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).

Vacation: 24 days each year.

Paid Holidays: Up to 13 days.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $94,600.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person