Job Description and Duties
Will Consider Research Data Specialist I.
Within the Caltrans District 4 Division of Environmental Science & Engineering (ESE) and under the direction of a Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory), the incumbent serves as ESE's GIS single focal point in support of project development and the delivery of transportation projects throughout the vibrant nine-county Bay Area. The GIS Specialist produces maps, conducts data analyses using various spatial applications, and provides technical support to ESE GIS users. The incumbent uses various tools and mapping applications to facilitate the assessment of the environmental impacts of transportation projects. The incumbent creates cartographic products used to visually communicate information about State Highway System projects to internal and external stakeholders.
The incumbent represents ESE on districtwide and statewide GIS user groups and maintains familiarity with the latest software, including ArcGIS Pro and web-based platforms. Coordinates with the Headquarters Division of Environmental Analysis to disseminate environmental data layers and changes in practice. The incumbent understands and conforms with policies, standards, and guidance from Caltrans Enterprise Data and Geospatial Governance while staying up to date on industry trends and applicable technologies.
PARF# 04-6-0652 / JC- 501429
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Research Data Specialist II / Research Data Specialist I exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.
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