MURRAY CITY CORPORATION
is now accepting applications for 

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS) SPECIALIST
Administrative & Development Services

If you meet the following requirements, submit your application online at 
https://munisselfservice.murraycity.org/MSS 

Your written application and related education and/or experience will be the basis for determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications to be placed on the register for this position.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the GIS Manager. Independently completes mapping 
projects and generates simple & complex data. Uses ArcGIS to design, implement and 
maintain the cities geographic information system including databases, metadata 
documentation, reporting, and asset management system.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

Education and Experience

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in GIS, 
Geography, or closely related field is required.

Special Requirements

Must possess a valid Utah driver’s license. 

Working knowledge of Windows Operating System. 

Working knowledge of ArcGIS Desktop 10.5+

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent knowledge of ArcGIS, ArcGIS Pro (not required but a plus), Windows and 
networking components. A conceptual knowledge of SQL Server. 

Desire & ability to learn and stay current on GIS technology. 

Knowledge of relational databases, understanding joins and relates. As well as creating 
simple SQL queries. 

Knowledge of cartography techniques. 

Good working knowledge of PC's, mobile devices. 

Ability to follow GIS standards in operations. 

Ability to interface different systems like ArcGIS, AutoCad, MS Office, databases, etc. 

Ability to operate GPS equipment. 

Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other departments, supervisor, 
and employees. 

Follow quality control procedures and techniques.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES 

*Create and maintain geographic data sets ensures the accuracy and completeness of 
digital data. 

*Provide support to departments regarding spatial analysis and general map production 
requests. Editing & georeference GIS related data from hardcopy maps, drawing, or 
scanned images 

*Use GPS unit or other mobile device to collect field data. 

*Coordinate directly with all city departments to develop and maintain specific GIS data 
and analysis. 

*Develop and maintain positive and constructive working relationships with City 
employees in various departments. 

*Provide support, and training for city personnel in relationship to GIS, GPS data 
collection and related software. 

Performs related duties as required. 

*Essential functions of the job.

SALARY RANGE: $20.08 - $30.11

BENEFITS

Enrollment in the Utah State Retirement System.

Life, medical, and dental insurance at reasonable cost. Long Term disability paid in full.

Vacation - 12 days/yr; sick leave - 12 days/yr; 14 paid holidays per year.

TOOLS & EQUIPMENT USED

Personal computer including word processing, spreadsheet and design software; various 
mobile devices, phone, copy and fax machine, GPS equipment, large format plotters, and 
other equipment pertaining to this position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.

--While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit; 
walk, talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or 
controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required 
to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and smell.

--The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific 
vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color 
vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must 
be able to meet DOT hearing standard requirements.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions.

--Work is performed primarily in an office setting. The noise level in the work 
environment is usually quiet to moderate.

In the interest of workplace and public safety, all offers of employment to include promotion or a change in job status are contingent upon successful completion of a chemical screen for the purpose of detecting the presence of alcohol and/or controlled substance in the body. A background check is conducted if the candidate is over 18 years of age.

Murray City normally grants its non-exempt employees compensatory time off in lieu of cash payment for overtime hours worked. However, some departments/divisions may pay for overtime in lieu of compensatory time off.

No contract exists between Murray City and its employees with respect to permanent employment, salaries, salary range, or employee benefits. Salary, salary ranges, and benefits may change as a result of market surveys, job analysis, availability of funds, or changes in policy.  

Movement within the range is based on job performance, availability of funds and policies and procedures as they are amended from time to time. All new hires are placed on a six (6) month merit probation, which may be extended for good cause. The information contained herein may be altered at any time by Murray City without further notification.

Murray City Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees in compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act.

DD214 must be submitted with application when claiming Veterans Preference.

EOE M/F/D/V 

March 16, 2018