**A sample of work is required as part of the submission for this position. A sample of work can include documentation of a GIS process, a cartographic map, a report on a GIS solution, or a link to a GIS application in which the candidate was the primary creator/developer. A sample of work can be as simple as a screenshot of a map the candidate made. A write-up with no maps will not be considered, unless it is some sort of Arcade/Python script that clearly demonstrates GIS knowledge. USE OF AI FOR THIS WORK SAMPLE IS NOT ALLOWED. If the application does not include a work sample it will not be considered**
Job Description:
NCDIT-Transportation (NCDIT-T) GIS Team is seeking a Technical Specialist – Junior that will provide dedicated support the State Traffic Operations Center (STOC) and Transportation Mobility & Safety Unit by assisting with maintaining and updating GIS data used in routing, traffic operations, and incident response.
This role works with TM&S staff to understand basic workflow needs, assist with gathering requirements, and help build simple to moderately complex maps, dashboards, and GIS tools that support daily operations.
The primary focus is to communicate clearly with non-GIS users, ask questions to understand requests, and follow established GIS Unit standards when creating or updating data and applications. Daily work includes editing geometry, updating events and attributing data, performing QA/QC checks, and assisting with progress tracking and documentation.
The role may also support Arcade coding and help with ETL processes under guidance from more senior team members.
This position will require an advanced knowledge of ArcGIS Online, the Esri Software Suite, and ArcGIS Enterprise. The candidate must be able to build web mapping applications independently, publish hosted and referenced feature services, and understand the life cycle of GIS products from requirements gathering to databases, schema creation, cartography, application development, and maintenance.
Note:
Candidates must be willing and able to perform 12+ hour days in the event of a major emergency activation, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. The ideal candidate will be able to travel to and from the STOC in Raleigh for in-person support during a major activation lasting >5 days.
The State will not cover this travel expense, and it must be budgeted and supplied by the contracting firm. Candidates will be paid a flat hourly rate during approved overtime hours, if required. Preference will be given to candidates that live within <1 hour commute to STOC.
The ideal candidate will be able to shadow meetings, listen to issues, and independently identify potential GIS solutions based on complex issues.
The ability to quickly generate solutions and describe them to non-IT personnel is essential to this role. Documentation, organization, and communication skills are required. This position will report to the Specialist – Expert position and must be able to take direction and work collaboratively extremely well, both in person, and remotely.
A sample of work is required as part of the submission for this position. A sample of work can include documentation of a GIS process, a cartographic map, a report on a GIS solution, or a link to a GIS application in which the candidate was the primary creator/developer.
Role/Responsibilities:
Update and maintain GIS data by editing geometry, events, and attributes to support STOC and TM&S operations.
Perform routine QA/QC checks to ensure data accuracy and follow established GIS Unit workflows and standards.
Assist in creating and updating basic to moderate complexity maps, dashboards, and GIS tools used for routing, signal operations, incident response, and situational awareness.
Work with TM&S staff to understand their requests, ask clarifying questions, and document requirements in a clear and simple way.
Write basic Arcade code to support mapping, queries, calculations, and display.
Support ETL processes under guidance from senior GIS staff, helping keep data and applications up to date.
Attend STOC meetings to observe workflows and learn operational needs, gradually building the context needed to support the future GIS solutions.
Provide general GIS support by answering user questions, troubleshooting simple issues, and escalating more complex problems to senior staff.
Report to Specialist – Expert and work effectively as a team.
Required/Desired Skills:
ArcGIS Pro
ArcGIS Online Administration, Web Mapping, and Cartography
Survey123, Field Maps, Experience Builder
Strong oral and written communication, translation of non-GIS meetings and requests to GIS outcomes
ArcGIS Enterprise Administration & Server Management-Highly desired
Arcade & Python Scripting-Highly desired
GIS for Public Safety-Nice to have
Numbers & Facts
Location
Raleigh, NC
Industry
Computer/IT Services
Company Size
20 to 49 employees
Year Founded
2002
Website
http://crescensinc.com/
About Company
Crescens Inc. is an industry leader in providing IT staffing services and tailored workforce solutions to meet the demanding expectations and distinctive needs of clients across the United States and Canada. We have grown tremendously in the past years and have been applauded by our clients for the quality of workforce and the quick turnaround time. We have evolved from good service to great service and all management plans are geared towards quality.
Our vision is to be the best in Talent Acquisition and strive for excellence consistently by focusing on four performance dimensions; Quality, Efficiency, Cost and Risk. A satisfied client and candidate are the backbone to our continued success. Headquartered in New Jersey, we are a team with unique expertise to deliver exceptional results to our clients by setting benchmarks and establishing best practices.
Skills
Administrative Managementunmatched
ArcGISunmatched
Budgetingunmatched
Cartographyunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Data Qualityunmatched
Database Administrationunmatched
Database Extract Transform and Load (ETL)unmatched
Database Technologyunmatched
Documentationunmatched
ESRIunmatched
Editingunmatched
Field Mappingunmatched
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)unmatched
Geometryunmatched
Geospatial Analysisunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Incident Responseunmatched
Internet Applicationunmatched
Needs Assessmentunmatched
Operational Supportunmatched
Operationsunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Product Lifecycleunmatched
Python Programming/Scripting Languageunmatched
Quality Assuranceunmatched
Quality Controlunmatched
Reporting Dashboardsunmatched
Requirements Managementunmatched
Resolve Customer Issuesunmatched
Software Administrationunmatched
Software Developmentunmatched
Spatial Dataunmatched
Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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