Job Description
Geospatial Data Structure Specialist
Remote assignment
3 months to start, but will likely to be extended.
Project Description Our client has a need for a Geospatial Data Structure Specialist to assist their staff in creating an online service for updating addresses and providing address approvals for online plan check and permit applications. This entails the analysis, integration, design, testing, and implementation of mapping features associated to the online applications and permits.
These mapping features will enable the client to geocode all building applications and permits created through the following Department systems:
- Plan Check and Inspection System (PCIS) • Electronic plan review system (ePlanLA)
- Epermit system (PermitLA).
Geocoding applications and permits will enable them to more easily track building permit activities and progressions through the organization of maps and areas such as Council Districts and Census Tracts.
The client issues approximately 65,000 building permits annually. The legacy Plan Check and Inspection System (PCIS) was developed in the early 1990’s with no geographic information system (GIS) or mapping capabilities. The maintenance and effort to organize and transform non-geocoded data to geocoded data takes significant effort and time. The Technology Services Bureau has only one full time GIS Analyst to perform these duties. The Department cannot keep up with maintaining current operations with one staff member. The need for this position is for twelve months. Technical skills in the area of geospatial data and knowledge of GIS software is required.
Duties: The Geospatial Data Structure Specialist will deliver the following work products and outcomes to support the Los Angeles City Permitting System (LACPS), which will replace legacy systems such as PCIS, ePlanLA, and PermitLA:
- GIS Mapping and Infrastructure Development : Provide expertise in GIS mapping, infrastructure, tools, and techniques to align LADBS’s capabilities with modern, GIS-based permitting workflows in LACPS.
- Creation and Maintenance of Building Layers : Create and maintain GISbased building layers, especially for LADBS retrofit programs, ensuring all new permits and inspections within LACPS have accurate geospatial references.
- Workflow Automation for Geospatial Data : Use GIS tools to automate workflows for LACPS, replacing manual processes from the legacy PCIS system, to improve data accuracy and reduce processing times.
- GIS Map Services Integration : Configure, troubleshoot, and manage GIS map services to be used by LACPS and future applications, ensuring consistent and reliable GIS functionality across platforms.
- Python Scripting for GIS Automation : Develop Python scripts to automate data processing and editing tasks within GIS layers, facilitating data consistency and quality control.
- Spatial and Tabular Data Queries : Perform spatial and tabular queries on GIS layers and LACPS data to provide comprehensive data for reporting and analysis.
- Data Quality Enhancement : Use Python, ArcGIS, and PL/SQL to create and update scripts focused on data quality, ensuring LACPS maintains a high standard for geospatial data.
- Building Footprint Feature Management : Oversee the building footprint feature class and associated GIS services, monitoring and optimizing them for LACPS needs.
- Geospatial Data Usage Metrics : Collect, interpret, and report on geospatial data usage metrics to support data-driven improvements and future GIS enhancements for LACPS.
- Third-Party Integration and Configuration : Collaborate with third-party consultants and partners to ensure GIS data aligns with business data, configure GIS and web server environments, and deliver multi-layer maps and related data accurately.
The qualified candidate will have 4+ years of experience or strong knowledge, as indicated below, in the following areas:
- GIS and Mapping Expertise o Demonstrate strong GIS analysis and mapping skills using industrystandard tools (e.g., ESRI ArcGIS 10.x) to create, edit, and manage geospatial data accurately.
- Proficiency in GIS Concepts and Technologies o Maintain a solid understanding of GIS concepts, terminology, symbology, technologies, and platforms, ensuring all geospatial tasks align with LADBS’s standards and the requirements of LACPS.
- Data Quality and Workflow Automation
- Implement best practices for designing, configuring, and maintaining enterprise GIS databases; utilize Python scripting and SQL for automated data quality checks and workflow enhancements.
- Geodatabase and Data Management
- Efficiently manage geospatial data, including data loading, conversion, troubleshooting, and metadata maintenance, ensuring the accuracy and accessibility of LACPS data
- Familiarity with GIS Software and Programming Tools
- Utilize GIS software (ESRI ArcGIS, ArcView, ArcEdit, ArcInfo) and programming languages (Python, SQL, PL/SQL) effectively to support the creation and maintenance of geospatial layers.
- Cross-Disciplinary Knowledge
- Apply knowledge of symbols and terminology from civil, architectural, or electronic engineering drawings as needed to interpret and incorporate data from various disciplines into LACPS.
- Web Server Configuration and Integration
- Demonstrate experience with GIS and web server setup and configuration, ensuring reliable integration of LACPS with web-based mapping and reporting tools.
Contact Paul
paul@cpsinc.com
(323) 391-2983
Job Tags
Full time, Remote job,