Overview
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Full Time
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Skills
Esri
Geographic Information System
Geocoding
SANS
ArcGIS
Editing
Geospatial Analysis
Quality Control
Quality Assurance
Collaboration
Documentation
Communication
Data Quality
Offshoring
Technical Direction
Job Details
Engagement Type
Contract
Short Description
The Virginia Department of Elections is seeking a GIS\nTechnician with a minimum of 2 years' experience to work with a small team of\nGIS analysts on an ongoing project.
Complete Description
This position will support the organization's modernization efforts by ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and completeness of geospatial data, specifically focusing on improving the quality of geocoded address points and resolving topology conflicts and overlaps on statewide GIS layers. The ideal candidate will use ESRI GIS tools to perform data quality assessments, identify errors, and implement corrective measures. The candidate will also collaborate with senior GIS analysts to review the quality of geocoding sources and methodologies to enhance an existing model used for voter placement. Lastly, the candidate will produce professional and clear geographic outputs such as maps, shapefiles, and written recommendations for geographic requests and inquiries from internal stakeholders.
Required/Desired Skills
| Skill | Required/Desired | Amount | of Experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| At least 2 years of experience utilizing ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online to edit and maintain geospatial datasets. | Required | 2 | Years |
| Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive quality control and quality assurance checks on geocoded address points | Required | 2 | Years |
| Experience identifying and correcting gaps, overlaps, and misalignments in statewide boundary layers (e.g., county and municipal boundaries, etc.) | Required | 2 | Years |
| Capability to use automated tools (e.g. ArcPy) and manual techniques to validate spatial data and correct errors. | Required | 2 | Years |
| Facility working with cross-functional teams to resolve data quality issues and improve data accuracy. | Required | 2 | Years |
| Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure consistent data standards. | Required | 2 | Years |
| Strong communication skills, including preparing clear and accurate documentation of data quality procedures, error correction methods, data sources. | Required | 2 | Years |
| Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills, including communicating layers and data quality assurance processes to general audiences | Required | 2 | Years |
Questions
| Description | |
|---|---|
| Question 1 | Commonwealth of Virginia security policies prohibit the use of offshore IT contractors. Do you attest to the fact that your candidate will physically reside within the US for the duration of the assignment? |
| Question 2 | Please list candidate's email address. |
| Question 3 | In what city and state is your candidate located? |
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