The Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Analyst (Grade VI) will report to the Project Leader within the ICT Department. The primary responsibility of the GIS Analyst is to support and manage the implementation of GIS components of the ICT Operational Plan and Strategy. This role involves overseeing the development and management of Cork City Council’s Enterprise GIS Platform and Spatial Data Infrastructure. The Analyst will ensure the ongoing development and maintenance of the Council's GIS technical architecture, encompassing GIS project management, solution design, and implementation across web, server, and desktop environments.
Key responsibilities include spatial data collection, integration, and management, providing technical GIS support, and collaborating with systems development and infrastructure teams. The role also involves managing vendor relationships with data and technology suppliers and offering training and support to GIS users within the Council.
The GIS Analyst will champion the use of GIS and spatial technologies within the Council to enhance decision-making and efficiency. Staying up to date with GIS technology developments, the Analyst will identify opportunities to improve the Council’s GIS capabilities. They will also promote best practices in metadata management and data cataloguing. Additionally, the Analyst may be assigned other duties by the Head of ICT and Business Services to further develop the role and meet the needs of the Council.
Note: The Council may shortlist applicants based on the information provided on their application form. Accordingly, applicants are advised to carefully complete all sections of the form and ensure that the detail provided clearly demonstrates you meet the minimum requirements for the post. Information provided on application forms may also be discussed in detail, should the applicant be called for interview.
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