*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*

Major Responsibilities

- Under administrative direction, with broad latitude of independent actions or decision, develop and maintain advanced GIS applications that support the planning, management, and operational needs of parks and recreational facilities.
- Design, develop, and implement GIS applications and tools using the ESRI ArcGIS platform to support various departmental needs.
- Utilize Python for scripting and automation tasks within the GIS environment. Assist in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to GIS applications.
- Collaborate with team leads to produce outage reports and ensure proper automated notifications are distributed when outages occur or when there is a change in the production environment.
- Assist in the development and review of technical specifications for automation and monitoring solutions.
- Develop and maintain standards and guidelines for implementing IT automation and monitoring.
- Conduct spatial analysis and generate reports to support decision-making processes. Develop dashboards and visualizations to present findings effectively.
- Ensure the quality and accuracy of GIS data through regular audits and validation processes. Implement best practices for data management and maintenance.
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for GIS applications, processes, and workflows to facilitate knowledge sharing and continuity.
- Stay updated with the latest GIS and automation technologies and trends.

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 685948.

All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.

*Current Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 685948 on your cover letter and resume.

NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. *Posting period extended to 11/22/2024. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. References will be required upon request.

nyc.gov/parks

MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)

1. A baccalaureate degree in computer science, engineering or a related field from an accredited college and four years of satisfactory full-time experience related to IT automation engineering, monitoring engineering, management of infrastructure; or

2. Eight years of satisfactory full-time experience related to IT automation engineering, monitoring engineering, management of infrastructure;

3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above.

1. Minimum of 2 years’ professional experience in developing applications using the ESRI ArcGIS platform and SQL Server. 2. Proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS software (Desktop, Server, Online), SQL Server, and Python scripting. 3. Advanced certifications in ESRI ArcGIS. 4. Basic understanding of Microsoft Power Platform (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate). 5. Experience with other GIS software or tools. 6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. 7. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results within deadlines. 8. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail. 9. Familiarity with web mapping and geospatial data visualization techniques. 10. Knowledge of GIS-related programming languages (e.g., JavaScript, R) a plus.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

This position is exempt from NYC residency requirements.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.