GIS/CAD Specialist

The City of McMinnville is looking for a qualified candidate to fill the position of GIS/CAD System Specialist. This position designs and develops programs and procedures for the City’s geographic information system. Work involves developing applications, translating the application specifications into programs, user menus, scripting and macro-level commands, and report writing. The GIS/CAD Specialist will also create, update, and maintain GIS datasets as well as spreadsheets and database tables. Additionally, the GIS/CAD Specialist performs professional and technical work in computer aided drafting system file management and configuration options and provides technical assistance to engineering staff.

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About Our City
McMinnville is an easy-going, progressive city nestled in the heart of Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Our historic downtown has been recognized by the American Planning Association as one of its prestigious Great Streets in America. McMinnville’s central location means our nearly 35,000 residents aren’t far from the scenic Oregon Coast, our State Capitol, the “Big City” of Portland, or the slopes of Mt. Hood. Home to world class pinot noir, McMinnville attracts winemakers and food and wine tourists from around the globe. Whether it’s a glass of pinot on Third Street or a bike ride through the Willamette Valley, there is always something fun to do in McMinnville.
There is an abundance of opportunities for families of all types in McMinnville. Our school district boasts a high school graduation rate over 90% and there are plenty of opportunities for higher education at Chemeketa Community College or Linfield University, one of the nation’s most respected small universities. Childcare is available at a variety of privately managed daycare and preschool centers throughout the area. Our city also offers plenty of senior services through Yamhill County, Northwest Senior & Disability Services, and our own City of McMinnville Senior Center.
McMinnville operates under the Council-Manager form of government with the Mayor, elected city-wide, and six Council members representing three different wards. The City allocates resources through an annual budget approved through June 30 of each year. In addition to the City Council, McMinnville has numerous commissions and committees to help guide policy decisions related to topics such as diversity, equity, and inclusion, urban renewal, landscape review, and the municipal airport.
The City has approximately 175 full-time employees in the following departments: Administration (City Manager’s Office, Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Communications,) Planning & Building, Parks & Recreation, Library, Police, Fire, Information Services, and Public Works which includes Engineering, Operations, Wastewater Services, and management of the Municipal Airport.

About Our Engineering DivisionThe Engineering Division is part of the City’s Public Works Department and is responsible for providing project management, design, construction surveying, bid and specification development, contract administration, inspection, and other technical assistance in support of McMinnville’s capital improvement projects. The Engineering Division works closely with our Planning Department, Operations, and all City departments working on capital projects. The Engineering Division has four identified core services: 1) managing the City’s transportation, wastewater, storm sewer, and airport infrastructure and systems, 2) providing project management services for the City’s capital improvements projects, 3) monitoring public infrastructure improvements on privately funded development projects, and 4) performing utility locates/”Call Before You Dig.”The duties and responsibilities listed should not be construed to be all-inclusive. The essential job duties will include other responsibilities as assigned and required.
• Develops, designs, and implements the City’s geographic information system, including complex macro and scripting application programming and user interface for applications.
• Trains and assists geographic information system users in defining needs and developing applications.
• Compiles and shares supportive technical data for and with City departments and consults with public and private agencies.
• Assists the public and other staff by answering questions concerning property or cadastral records, property divisions and/or recording procedure.
We are looking for a GIS/CAD System Specialist with strong technical skills complemented by exceptional collaboration and people skills. Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job will be qualifying. A typical way to qualify would be an Associate’s degree in computer science, or related field and four years of increasingly responsible experience in geographic information systems design and using a computer aided drafting system.Application ProcessPlease apply by submitting your resume and cover letter through the online job posting. First round applications are due by October 7, 2022 with interviews scheduled for late October.

This position is considered open until filled and the City will conduct interviews for qualified candidates on a rolling basis after the October 7, 2022 deadline.

Compensation and Benefits
The current range for the GIS/CAD Specialist is $60,600.00 – $90,936.00 Annually.
The City offers medical, vision, and dental insurance through a variety of providers. The City funds 90% of the premiums, employees are responsible for 10%. We also offer a VEBA, flexible spending account, and life and long-term disability insurance. The City of McMinnville is a PERS employer and "picks up" the 6% IAP. Employees have the option to participate in deferred compensation plans through a 457(b) account and an IRA.

We also offer a variety of paid leave options including vacation, sick, holidays, floating holidays, management leave, and bereavement leave.

The City of McMinnville is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation (e.g., assistive listening devices) to participate in the recruitment and/or selection process should contact the Human Resources Manager.

The City of McMinnville is proud to hire veterans.
If you qualify for veterans' preference please attach a copy of your DD-214 (certificate of release or discharge from active duty.)

The City of McMinnville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at the City of McMinnville are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, age, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, ability, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state and federal law. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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