Database Management: Design, build, update, and maintain GIS databases to ensure efficient storage and retrieval of geographic data. This includes creating and managing data schemas, tables, and relationships.
Data Standardization: Develop and implement standards and protocols for geographic data collection, organization, and formatting. Ensure data consistency, accuracy.
Geospatial Modeling and Analysis: Utilize GIS software and tools to perform geospatial modeling and spatial analysis. This involves analyzing geographic data to identify patterns, trends, and relationships, and presenting findings through maps, charts, and reports.
Quality Control: Review GIS data for accuracy, completeness, and integrity. Identify and resolve any data discrepancies or errors, ensuring data quality meets specified standards.
Research and Testing: Stay updated on new GIS technologies, tools, and methodologies. Conduct research and tests on emerging GIS software and data management tools to assess their suitability and potential integration into existing systems.
Application Administration and Troubleshooting: Administer GIS applications and solutions, including software installations, upgrades, and user access management. Troubleshoot issues and provide technical support to end-users, ensuring smooth operation and optimal performance.
Unified Data Model Implementation: Implement a Unified Data Model to establish a consistent framework for data management across different GIS applications and departments. This includes developing data integration strategies, data sharing protocols, and interoperability standards.
Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including GIS analysts, data scientists, and IT professionals, to ensure effective data sharing, integration, and utilization. Communicate findings, recommendations, and data-related insights to stakeholders through reports, presentations, and visualizations.
Training and Knowledge Sharing: Provide training and support to GIS users and stakeholders on data management best practices, GIS tools, and applications. Foster knowledge sharing and ensure users have the necessary skills to effectively utilize GIS data.
Data Security and Backup: Implement data security measures to protect GIS databases and sensitive information. Develop data backup and disaster recovery plans to ensure data resilience and minimize potential data loss.
متطلبات الوظيفة
Experience: A minimum of 7 years of experience in GIS database management, including data standardization, geospatial modeling, and spatial analysis. Demonstrated experience in managing and maintaining GIS databases and associated software and hardware.
Education: A bachelor's degree in computer science, geography, GIS, or a related field. Additional certifications or advanced degrees in GIS or database management are advantageous.
GIS Software Proficiency: Strong proficiency in using GIS desktop software and data management tools, such as ArcGIS, QGIS, or similar applications. Experience with geospatial modeling and analysis software is also desirable.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong documentation and report writing skills are essential.
Data Management Expertise: In-depth understanding of data management principles and best practices, including data standardization, quality control, and integration. Proficiency in configuring and manipulating data to meet specific requirements.
Technology Aptitude: Familiarity with various technology methodologies and applications related to GIS, including database management systems, programming languages (such as Python or SQL), web mapping technologies, and cloud-based GIS solutions.
Attention to Detail: A detail-oriented and analytical mindset, with a strong focus on data accuracy, completeness, and integrity. Ability to identify and resolve data discrepancies and errors through thorough data review and quality control processes.
Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze geospatial data, identify patterns, and extract meaningful insights. Proficiency in geospatial modeling, spatial analysis techniques, and statistical analysis is advantageous.
Oracle Certification: Professional certification as an Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) with a specialization in data management is preferred, showcasing expertise in Oracle databases and related technologies.
Data Processing and Analysis: Proficiency in processing and analyzing large datasets efficiently. Experience with data manipulation, transformation, and automation techniques to derive meaningful information from geospatial data.
Teamwork and Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams, including GIS analysts, data scientists, and IT professionals. Strong interpersonal skills to foster effective communication, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.
Adaptability and Learning Orientation: Willingness to adapt to new technologies, tools, and methodologies in the rapidly evolving field of GIS. Proactive in staying updated on emerging trends and advancements in GIS technology.
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