Specialist II, III, Sr GISAtlanta, GAGIS SpecialistRelocation assistance is not offered for this position.Position will be filled at Non-Exempt (technical) 5, 6 or 7, depending on successful candidate's skills & experience.Job SummaryDistribution GIS (DistGIS) plays a vital role in Georgia Power's planned strategic direction and daily operations. The DistGIS database serves as the asset repository for facilities data and drives applications such as TCMS (Trouble Call Management System), Designer, and DistView, which are critical to Distribution Operations.This position is responsible for the input, processing, and maintenance of Lighting and Smart Services data in accordance with GIS work procedures and consistent with Southern Company GIS Data strategy.This role is joining a team of GIS Specialists who are a part of the Leading as a System effort where GIS support for both GPC and APC Lighting, Surveillance, ET and Colocation is required.Additionally, the successful candidate will also be responsible for conducting spatial analysis utilizing ESRI-based GIS software to produce specialized map products.NOTE: Position requires that candidate qualify on the EEI TECH test.EEI practice tests and study resources for TECH test batteries are available at eei.org:EEI online test preparation materialsJOB QUALIFICATIONSEducationHigh School Diploma or EquivalentAssociate's degree or Certificate in GIS strongly preferredBachelor's Degree in GIS or Geography is highly preferredExperienceProficient with ESRI suite of GIS toolsProficient cartographic skillsKnowledge and experience working with enterprise GIS databaseKnowledge and experience working with ArcFM, Designer and Express SketchExcellent written and oral communication skillsExceptional organizational and project/workload management skillsKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesUnderstanding of basic electric distribution design and constructionStrong computer skills in standard software packages (Microsoft Office products, etc.) is requiredGood interpersonal and communication skillsAnalytical approach to problem-solvingAble to maintain focus on assigned tasksFamiliar with data manipulation techniquesAbility to perform spatial analysisAbility to create, query, and update databases (SQL, Oracle, MS Access)Experience with lighting types, fixtures, and controlsBehavioral AttributesCandidate must exhibit Southern Style behaviorsExcited and willing to learn about innovative technologyContributes to overall positive teamwork environmentBuilds effective relationships both internally and externally and at all levelsUnderstands and embraces the value of diversityFlexible and positively adapts to changeDemonstrates professionalism in the work environmentJob ResponsibilitiesPost updates to the DistGIS databaseCreate Construction Prints in support of Lighting Design AnalystsCreate specialized map productsMaintain high standards for data quality within all applications, including DistGISReconcile database conflicts and take appropriate action to improve database performancePerform analysis using GIS toolsDatabase development skills are preferredEqual Employment OpportunitySouthern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.#J-18808-Ljbffr
