Gis specialist Jobs in Phoenix, AZ

Job Summary :

The Arizona Department of Public Safety is seeking a Geographic Information Systems Specialist who will work under general supervision providing support in the preparation and maintenance of the Department's Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases, coverage, and various linkages to other databases in support of the Department's law enforcement activities. Performs related duties as assigned. This is a competitive classification.

This recruitment will be used to establish an 18-month eligibility list to fill current and future vacancies over the life of the list. Apply promptly; application period may close without notice.

Job Duties :

Requires a Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science or closely related field from an accredited college or university and a minimum of one (1) year of experience in GIS; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience for a total of five (5) years.

NOTE : One year of work experience is equivalent to thirty (30) semester hours of coursework from an accredited college or university.

Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver license.

IMPORTANT!!!

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Pre-Employment Requirements :

Applicants must complete an examination process. A polygraph and background investigation are required for successful applicants. DPS supports a drug-free work environment through pre-employment drug testing.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply : Driver’s License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply :

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits :

The Arizona Department of Public Safety is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to benefit-eligible employees in cooperation with the State of Arizona.

• Accrued vacation pay and sick days
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Deferred compensation plan
• Top-ranked retirement plans
• Affordable medical, dental, vision, life, and short & long-term disability insurance plans
• Employee Assistance, Peer and Family Support Programs
• Bus Cards (Subsidized partially by the State)
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster / adopted child (pilot program).

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program . For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our