Computer Aided Dispatch Mapping/GIS Analyst

Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) Mapping/GIS Analyst

Salary

*EDP Systems & Programming Analyst I: $95,209.92 - $114,622.56 Annually

*EDP Systems & Programming Analyst II: $104,794.30 - $126,312.50 Annually

BENEFITS: The County of Santa Barbara offers generous benefits. For information click here. In addition, applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for:

• Retirement reciprocity
• Time and service credit towards an advanced vacation accrual rate

For additional information on Health Benefits and Compensation, click on the links below:

• Health Benefits and Wellness: CLICK HERE
• Retirement Plans: CLICK HERE

About the Regional Fire Communication Center (RFCC):

• ESRI's GIS Suite
• ArcGIS extensions
• Microsoft Access
• Microsoft SQL
• Microsoft Excel
• GISP Certification
• A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or at least five years of experience in managing and administering a CAD system for emergency services is preferred.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of emergency dispatching and communication.
• Proficiency in the use of CAD Central Square software and hardware, as well as other relevant applications and tools.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills.
• Attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to manage customer expectations and prioritize time to resolution based on service level and priority.

1. Incident mapping; familiarity with Fire Incident Management tools.
2. Provides GIS services during emergency incidents which may involve long duration assignments at incident locations. Creates maps, graphics, diagrams, illustrations, imagery, and reports in hard copy and digital formats for departmental use as well as for other County departments, private parties, governmental agencies, and special districts.
3. Retrieves and distributes stored maps; and provides efficient and accurate mapping-related information to the public via telephone and in-person requests.
4. Compiles mapping and geographic data from a variety of sources including; enters new map data through use of a digitizer, computer input from scanned materials, imported maps, aerial imagery, or by direct input of coordinate information; and moves, copies, deletes, and adds files, drawings, and maps to output reports in hard copy or electronic transfer.
5. Learns, applies, and maintains proficiency in various hardware and software technology used by the department.
6. Learns, applies, and maintains proficiency in basic knowledge of operational areas related to assignment, including new rules, statutes, laws, and/or chain of title.
7. Interprets and explains laws, procedures, and technical aspects of map preparation and assessment to coworkers, other departments and agencies, attorneys, title companies, engineers, surveyors, and the public.
8. Researches and analyzes legal descriptions, deeds survey notes, maps and various other recorded documents to identify and verify property boundaries, establish ownership, and segregate /combine property.
9. Uses Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) to create boundary line adjustments, open space easements, closed traverses, street expansions and abandonment, and other information on cadastral maps.
10. Collaborates with Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Dispatch to verify and maintain Fire Department layers for accurate dispatching.
11. Providing technical support and training to the dispatchers and other users of the GIS CAD data.
12. Analyzing GIS CAD data and generating recommendations for improvement.
13. Keeping abreast of the latest developments and best practices in CAD technology and the 911 industry.
14. Working closely with partner agency GIS teams to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of the geospatial data used by the CAD system.

To be considered for this position, applicants must demonstrate how they meet these employment standards. Applicants will need to attach all relevant degrees and/or unofficial college transcripts to their application for verification.

1. Completion of 24 quarter/18 semester units of college-level courses in the principles and methods of systems analysis, systems design, computer program design, computer programming using a language utilized by the hiring department, and information system technology, AND two years of experience writing business application programs; OR,
2. A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to the employment standard listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities.

• You must possess a current and valid California Driver's License at the time of appointment and must remain valid throughout the term of employment.
• This position may require working during weekends of off-hours.
• This position may require travel throughout the County.

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS:

• Review applications and supplemental questionnaire to determine those applicants who meet the employment standards.
• Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Ranking: Responses to the required supplemental questionnaire and the information provided on your application will be evaluated and scored. Candidates' final score and rank on the eligibility list will be determined by their responses to the supplemental questionnaire and information provided on their application. This process may be eliminated if there are fewer than 11 qualified candidates.