Lidar Data Manager
Washington State Department of Natural Resources
Olympia, Washington
Lidar Data Manager, IT Data Management Journey
Full-time, Project, Represented position
Anticipated Project is March 2025 - June 2027
Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered
Salary: $7,147.00 - $9,612.00 Monthly
Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 2/13/25. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.
Responsibilities:
- Develops, implements, and maintains databases and schemas for the Lidar Program public applications
- Designs, tests, and implements data retrieval methods for internal and external access
- Independently designs, implements, and tests custom Python scripts for database development, custom lidar-based products, and data management
- Provides database support and troubleshooting for users of both internal and external distribution systems
- Performs quality assurance analysis on incoming lidar data deliverables
- Develop products, such as cloud-optimized point clouds or geotiffs, for greater public accessibility
- Uses datums and coordinate systems to ensure lidar data is updated to new datum standards
- Works with internal and external customers of lidar data to consult or solve access and use issues
- Effective time management, documentation skills, and ability to work independently on assigned tasks
- Good communication, teamwork, and a positive, diligent work ethic
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Geographic Information Systems/Science: geography, geology, etc., or other closely related field;
OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. - Four years of relevant professional IT experience in database design and management to include 2 or more years of the following:
- Geospatial programming (Python, VB, JSON, JavaScript, etc.)
- Working with Esri ArcGIS software, including publishing services and management of GIS databases.
- Knowledge regarding the processing of remotely sensed data and advanced technologies, including lidar data.
- Experience working with large data storage and retrieval methods.
- Experience working with geographic map projections, datums, geoids, and transformation methods.
- Ability to analyze, edit, and modify spatial data to conform to Survey standards.
- Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
View a complete position description with full application instructions at careers.wa.gov.
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Category | General / Stewardship |
Tags | GIS |