Job Description and Duties
Will Consider Research Data Specialist I
Under general direction of the Branch Chief, a Senior Environmental Scientist, the incumbent will perform a wide variety of the more complex geographic information systems (GIS) work. As a member of the North Region Environmental branch the incumbent will perform research and analysis based on geographic information systems (GIS) techniques and methodologies. With an advanced level of knowledge the incumbent will lead and develop projects that study, analyze and develop conclusions based on the spatial analysis of various subjects, some of which are land use, transportation planning, land surveying, environmental resources, and project development.
Incumbent develops and performs advanced geographic information systems (GIS) research and analysis on project development and asset management efforts in support of the North Region of Caltrans. This advanced research and analysis is complex in nature, utilizing geographic information systems (GIS) methods and techniques which include python scripting, java scripting, C#, SQL, Arcade, development of geospatial data, imagery, applications, tools and models. Incumbent uses this advanced research and analysis to identify, assess and develop spatial data and application needs. Using sound conclusions the Incumbent develops applications, data management plans, and innovative technology based solutions to meet these needs.
PARF 03-26-0442 / JC-518146
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Working Conditions
Position is located at 1031 Butte St Redding CA 96001, Shasta County
Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.
While at their base of operation, employees will work in a climate-controlled office under artificial lighting. Incumbent may be required to travel and work outdoors and when doing so can expect to be exposed to traffic, dirt, noise, uneven surfaces, and extreme heat or cold.
This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
For further details about this position and/or a copy of the duty statement for Research Data Specialist I, please contact Serena Wilden via email at [email protected]
