AZ STATE LAND DEPARTMENT

Address:  1110 West Washington Street, Suite 510
Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary:  $90,000 - $105,000

Grade: 26

Closing Date: Open Until Business Needs Are Met

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Per statute, the State Land Commissioner serves as the State Cartographer. The State Land Commissioner delegates responsibility to the Deputy State Cartographer/Senior GIS Analyst for managing Statewide GIS activities and working with a wide variety of organizations from different sectors including state agencies, local governments, Federal Agencies, and private organizations. Under the guidance of the agency CIO, the incumbent also manages and supports the Arizona Geographic Information Council (AGIC) along with its workgroups, and committees. AGIC brings GIS professionals together from Federal, State, and local agencies to collaborate on data, best practices, initiatives, and more. The Deputy State Cartographer represents Arizona at the National States Geographic Information Council (NSGIC). Under the guidance of the agency’s Information Section and Resource Analysis Division (IS/RAD) Director, this Deputy State Cartographer / Senior GIS Analyst position will fulfill the role of the State Cartographer.

The Deputy State Cartographer will also support related critical GIS activities of ASLD. These include, but are not limited to, creating cartographic products, training users, designing applications, obtaining and processing data, analyzing spatial data, serving as the point of contact for State level GIS support, overseeing and administering AZGeo, the statewide geospatial clearinghouse, and creating agreements to secure funding to support AGIC and AZGeo.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the development, maintenance, and promotion of high-quality geographic data, information, technology, and governance throughout the state. Assist in geographic data governance and GIS Community of Practice. Participate in geographic data collection, development, visualization, and publishing including from and to state and federal agencies, municipalities, and other entities. Create and promote GIS services, including aerial imagery, elevation, and parcel information. - 25%
• Collaborate with AGIC to create and enforce geospatial data standards, guidelines, and procedures. Support economic development efforts through the availability of geographic data. Foster collaboration with state agencies, municipalities, and other State entities for data sharing and integration. Support the availability and accessibility of geographic data to advance key initiatives. Assist AGIC in developing a measurable and achievable strategic plan - 25%
• Act as an advisor to the Land Department’s IS/RAD Director and the Department’s executive management team. Advise the Executive Staff on geospatial data and systems. Forge strong partnerships with department directors, Agency Information Officers, departmental CIOs, and executive staff to advance AGIC’s agenda and initiatives. -10%
• Design cartographic products following best practices and community standards and guidelines.- 5%
• Provides direction and assistance for junior staff and other users of GIS systems. - 5%
• Applies the principles, theories, and concepts of the Arizona Management System; actively participates in daily group huddles and huddle board updates; continually identifies areas for process and quality improvement adhering to established standard work and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned - 5%
  

• Extensive working knowledge of GIS systems, spatial data, database systems, coordinate systems, and development platforms.
• Knowledge of statewide IT, Data, and Security policies
• Knowledge of open meeting laws

Skills

• Skill with related software such as meeting software, Microsoft Office, Google workspace
• Strong customer service communication and relationship skills. (active listener, clear, honest, strong verbal and written communicator, and good note-taking skills)
• Skill in writing advanced technical documentation
• Skill in creating and manipulating GIS data sets
• Skill in relating data to answer specific advanced spatial questions
• Skill in both web and desktop-based GIS software including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Hub, Story Maps, and Experience Builder.
  

Abilities

• Ability to build strong relationships inside and outside the organization
• Ability to work collaboratively in teams across organizations
• Ability to display data and create advanced maps and map products
• Ability to assess, analyze, and act independently to achieve goals
• Ability to prioritize, exceptional organizational skills, multi-task, and manage time effectively
• Ability to learn and retain industry-specific information
• Attention to detail and accountability.
  

• A Bachelors or Masters degree in geography, computer science, information systems, or related field;
• 5 or more years in GIS or related business/industry;
• 2 to 3 years of leadership responsibility managing multiple projects;
• Experience in establishing standard processes and managing/achieving key performance metrics.

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).[1] 

• The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
  
  By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
  
  

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

• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
• Participation is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria as defined in statute.
• Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
• The current contribution rate is 12.27%.
  

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 542-2629. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.

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