{"id":38507,"date":"2021-03-24T18:36:09","date_gmt":"2021-03-25T01:36:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/?p=38507"},"modified":"2021-03-24T18:36:13","modified_gmt":"2021-03-25T01:36:13","slug":"job-gis-database-administrator-seattle-information-technology-seattle-wa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/job-gis-database-administrator-seattle-information-technology-seattle-wa\/","title":{"rendered":"Job: GIS Database Administrator, Seattle Information Technology (Seattle, WA)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<div class=\"summary container\" data-printing-url=\"http:\/\/agency.governmentjobs.com\/seattle\/job_bulletin.cfm?jobID=3020886&amp;sharedWindow=0\" data-location=\"Seattle, WA\" data-job-hits-counter-url=\"\">\n<div class=\"term-container\">\n<div class=\"row-fluid summary-section\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div id=\"salary-label-id\" class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\"term-description\">Salary<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<div class=\"term-value\">$48.49 &#8211; $72.74 Hourly<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-right\">\n<div id=\"location-label-id\" class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\"term-description\">Location<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<div class=\"term-value\">Seattle, WA<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid summary-section\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\"term-description\">Job Type<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<div class=\"term-value\">Civil Service Exempt, Regular, Full-time<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-right\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\"term-description\">Department<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<div class=\"term-value department-name\">Seattle Information Technology<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid summary-section\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\"term-description\">Job Number<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<div class=\"term-value\">2021-00347<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid summary-section\">Apply here:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/seattle\/jobs\/3020886\/gis-database-administrator\">https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/seattle\/jobs\/3020886\/gis-database-administrator<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid summary-section\">\n<div class=\"span2\">\n<div class=\"term-description\">Closing<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" closing-info term-value\">4\/6\/2021 4:00 PM Pacific<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"entity-details-buttons\">\n<ul class=\"nav tab-buttons\" role=\"tablist\">\n<li class=\"active\"><a id=\"details-info-link\" role=\"tab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/seattle\/jobs\/3020886\/gis-database-administrator#details-info\" data-toggle=\"tab\">DESCRIPTION<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a id=\"details-benefits-link\" role=\"tab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/seattle\/jobs\/3020886\/gis-database-administrator#details-benefits\" data-toggle=\"tab\">BENEFITS<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a id=\"details-questions-link\" role=\"tab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/seattle\/jobs\/3020886\/gis-database-administrator#details-questions\" data-toggle=\"tab\">QUESTIONS<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"container entity-details-content tab-content\">\n<div id=\"details-info\" class=\"tab-pane active fr-view\">\n<dl>\n<dt>Position Description<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p><em>Are you dedicated to the delivery of high-value GIS and IT solutions? Are you driven by a philosophy of continuous modernization and continuous improvement? \u00a0Do you have a deep technical background in GIS and Esri technologies as well as strong leadership, problem-solving and communication skills? \u00a0<\/em><em>If you answered yes, then we encourage you to continue reading, as we may have a match!\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>The City of Seattl<\/strong><strong>e<\/strong>\u00a0is seeking candidates for a\u00a0<strong>Geographic Systems Information (GIS) Database Administrator<\/strong>\u00a0with\u00a0<strong>Seattle Information Technology (IT)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Seattle IT is the technology backbone of the City of Seattle\u2019s complex operations and its ability to deliver a wide array of services for the residents of Seattle. \u00a0The 600+ strong professionals in Seattle IT are involved in the full spectrum of a modern IT enterprise offering many dynamic career opportunities. \u00a0Our vision is simple: be a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=inEg4SC7WVY\"><em><strong>Best-in-Class digital services delivery team<\/strong><\/em><\/a>\u00a0and set best practices for others to follow.<\/p>\n<p>In this role, you will be a member of the GIS Operations team which is part of a six-team GIS and CADD organization residing in the Applications division of Seattle IT. \u00a0GIS Operations is responsible for the administration of the City of Seattle\u2019s centralized GIS platform including web servers, geodatabase instances, web services and software (desktop and server), custom and vendor web applications, GIS Open Data and more. \u00a0The team also manages several critical GIS integrations with enterprise systems, including Customer Care and Billing (CCB), Maximo, Infor\/Hanson, Accela, Irth UtiliSphere and others. \u00a0You will work collaboratively with other members of the GIS and CADD organization to ensure the proper operation, stability and performance of the City\u2019s GIS platform, and will participate in on-going efforts to advance the strategic vision and objectives for the City\u2019s GIS program.<\/p>\n<p>You will also be responsible for the operation, administration and troubleshooting of the City\u2019s enterprise Geodatabase, ancillary Geodatabase instances, and other spatial data stores. This includes spatial data modeling duties, data design reviews, and the execution of data model revisions in the test and production instances. \u00a0This work includes a GIS architectural focus and the responsibility to administer and troubleshoot the nearly 300 automated batch GIS data processing jobs that are scheduled to run throughout the week. \u00a0 There is a trend toward adopting real-time data updates as an alternative to batch processes, and the GIS database administrator will lead and oversee this effort.<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<dt>Job Responsibilities<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<ul>\n<li>Performing spatial data and database administration.<\/li>\n<li>Providing superior technical leadership in this functional area.<\/li>\n<li>Monitoring and operation of the spatial database system including the use of ArcGIS Monitor, ArcGIS Server Manager, and custom in-house monitoring tools for reporting results of batch jobs and for sending alerts to GIS Operations team.<\/li>\n<li>Providing architectural expertise for the City\u2019s GIS data platform.<\/li>\n<li>Administering and troubleshooting the approximately 300 spatial data processing and systems integration processes.<\/li>\n<li>Reviewing and providing input for proposed new GIS solutions.<\/li>\n<li>Reviewing and advising on spatial data models.<\/li>\n<li>Deploying and tuning new data sets.<\/li>\n<li>Troubleshooting spatial data and GIS applications as needed.<\/li>\n<li>Ensuring that critical and routine maintenance is completed.<\/li>\n<li>Continuously improving processes, procedures, and standards to ensure stable, secure and scalable databases and Web services that meet operating service levels and disaster recovery requirements.<\/li>\n<li>Being a leader in the continuous improvement of Citywide IT processes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/dd>\n<dt>Qualifications<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p><strong>You will be prepared for this role if you have the following knowledge, skills, and technical proficiencies:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>7+ years\u2019 experience with Esri suite of software.<\/li>\n<li>5+ years\u2019 proven experience in administering an enterprise GIS data platform comprised of multiple related geodatabases.<\/li>\n<li>5+ years\u2019 database-oriented scripting using Python (ArcPy) and PL\/SQL.<\/li>\n<li>Proven leadership and interpersonal skills in environments that change with technology, strategy, and personalities.<\/li>\n<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to express complex topics and issues to numerous audience types.<\/li>\n<li>Proven experience administering and troubleshooting Esri enterprise geodatabase instances.<\/li>\n<li>Strong data modeling and design skills.<\/li>\n<li>Experience operating within an Oracle, MS SQL Server or other major RDBMS environment.<\/li>\n<li>Expert understanding of Esri suite of software, including SDE and GeoEvent Server.<\/li>\n<li>Familiarity with ArcGIS Monitor, Orion SolarWinds or other system health monitoring tools.<\/li>\n<li>Experience with managing data streams from AVL \u2013 Automated Vehicle Tracking systems.<\/li>\n<li>Understand the importance of teamwork, building relationships and facilitation.<\/li>\n<li>Strong oral and written communication skills to convey technical information to non-technical staff or customers; commitment to excellent customer service; outstanding customer relationship skills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Your effectiveness in this role will depend on your ability to:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Work collaboratively and build trust with customers and peers.<\/li>\n<li>Produce high quality deliverables while maintaining schedule commitments.<\/li>\n<li>Proactively solve problems and recommend solutions.<\/li>\n<li>Diagram systems and workflows.<\/li>\n<li>Deal with demanding pace and changing priorities and remain calm under pressure.<\/li>\n<li>Maintain confidentiality, use good judgment and discretion, and interact with diverse workforce within the City customer base.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>You will be most successful in this role if you have:\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\nA Bachelor\u2019s in Computer Science, Geography or closely related filed, or a combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position duties. \u00a0Experience with installation and administration of Esri desktop and server software. \u00a0Familiarity with Azure DevOps and automated pipeline deployment as well as experience with local government and\/or utility GIS data installations.<\/dd>\n<dt>Additional Information<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p>Employees of the City of Seattle enjoy competitive pay and\u00a0comprehensive benefits package\u00a0generous leave programs, and the satisfaction of doing work that helps make Seattle a great place to live, work, and play. \u00a0Explore\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.seattle.gov\/Documents\/Departments\/HumanResources\/Benefits\/Benefits%20at%20a%20Glance\/2021_Most_BaaG_Final.pdf\">City of Seattle \u2013 Benefits at a Glance<\/a>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/get.adobe.com\/reader\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">(Download PDF reader)<\/a>\u00a0for more information.<\/p>\n<p>Seattle IT is in the midst of a transformation as it pivots to become a best-in-class digital service delivery team. Chief Technology Officer Saad Bashir is leading the change through talent and development, investing in employees, collaborating with clients, and adapting modern workplace tools. \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=inEg4SC7WVY\">Click here<\/a>\u00a0to learn more.<\/p>\n<p>The successful candidate must reside in Washington State on their first day of employment. \u00a0Relocation will be at the candidate&#8217;s expense.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How to Apply:<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Submit a cover letter and resume by applying online at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/seattle\/\">https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/seattle\/<\/a>.<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n<p>This position is open to all candidates who meet the minimum qualifications. \u00a0The Seattle Information Technology Department values diverse perspectives and life experiences. \u00a0Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. \u00a0ITD encourages people of all backgrounds to apply.<\/p>\n<p>#\u00a0<strong>LI-MV1<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"container job-details-agency-info\">\n<div class=\"agency-info agency-name\">\n<dl>\n<dt>Agency<\/dt>\n<dd>City of Seattle<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"agency-info agency-address\">\n<dl>\n<dt>Address<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<address>Seattle Municipal Tower<br \/>\n700 5th Avenue, Suite 5500<br \/>\nSeattle, Washington, 98104<\/address>\n<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"agency-info agency-website\">\n<dl>\n<dt>Website<\/dt>\n<dd id=\"agency-website-info\"><a title=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/www.seattle.gov\/jobs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-toggle=\"popover\" data-trigger=\"hover focus\" data-placement=\"bottom\" data-container=\"body\" data-selector=\"true\" data-content=\"Link will be opened in a new tab.\">http:\/\/www.seattle.gov\/jobs<\/a><\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":8699,"featured_media":34097,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mi_skip_tracking":false,"_s2mail":"yes","footnotes":""},"categories":[14,15],"tags":[4,32,33,7,8,9],"class_list":["post-38507","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-full-time","category-jobs","tag-alumni","tag-full-time","tag-jobs","tag-pnw","tag-seattle-area","tag-students"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/38507"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8699"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=38507"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/38507\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":38508,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/38507\/revisions\/38508"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/34097"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=38507"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=38507"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=38507"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}