Database and GIS Manager



Database and GIS Manager

Salary

$43,590.00 - $113,228.00 Annually

Location

Wake County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

13-01867 MNS60035046

Department

Dept of Environmental Quality

Division

Natural Science Museum

Opening Date

03/05/2013

Closing Date

3/28/2013 5:00 PM Eastern

Position Number

60035046

Section

NC Museum of Natural Sciences/Research and Collections

Work Location

Raleigh

Salary Grade

76

Recruitment Range

$42,590 - $44,720

Description of Work

This is an anticipated vacancy.
This position is primarily responsible for developing, modifying, and maintaining customized database applications in support of the individualized needs of the Research and Collections units and staff. This person must be fluent with the program Microsoft Access and the programming language Visual Basic, and with the mapping program ARCGIS. In addition, this employee will serve as the source person for the development, implementation, maintenance, and management of global positioning (GPS) and geographic information (GIS) systems technology within the Research and Collections Section of the Museum.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

 
**To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.**
(1) Must have training and experience using Global Positioning Systems (GPS) units and be comfortable training others in their use (2) Demonstrated ability to keep current on computer technology as it relates to natural science collections and/or curatorial needs (3) Working knowledge of the specific needs of natural science museums and/or collections (4) Proficieny with Microsoft Office Suite (with particular strength in Access) (5) Experience using Visual Basics for Application (VBA) (6) Proficieny with ARC GIS mapping program

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

 
Graduation from a four-year college or university with nine semester hours in programming and one year of experience in business application consulting or development. Experience in the field of work related to the position's role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred: Experience with Microsoft SQL Server; PHP; ASP; Zend Framework; Drupal; Ruby; Python; and/or other similar languages or frameworks

Supplemental and Contact Information

To apply for this position, please click APPLY link above. All relevant experience must be included on application to receive proper credit. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of state application.

Persons eligible for veteran preference must submit a copy of Form DD-214.

DENR uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Personnel Act with the most qualified applicants. When a salary range is posted, the actual salary will be based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills and abilities, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For additional information, please contact:
Laura Oakley
 
919-707-9809
Laura.oakley@naturalsciences.org

 

For permanent appointments:

State of North Carolina employees have the opportunity to participate in a compelling array of benefits to enhance their quality of life, their health, and their future. Benefits include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few.  Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation. To find out about these, and other programs, please visit our Employee Benefits page: 

https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits


For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:

**There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.**




 

01
To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. I UNDERSTAND that DENR requires a complete descriptive work history with all employment experience detailed to be considered for employment. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)
  • Yes, I understand and have fully completed all requirements.
02
Are you willing to accept this position at a salary of at least $42,590, but no more than $44,720?
  • Yes
  • No
03
DENR - Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?
  • Less than High School Diploma or GED
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • High School + 1 year
  • Associate's Degree or High School + 2 years
  • High School + 3 years
  • Bachelor's Degree or High School + 4 years
  • Bachelor's Degree + 1 year
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctoral Degree
04
If you graduated from a four-year college or university, did you complete nine semester hours in programming?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Not Applicable
05
What best describes your amount of experience in business application consulting or development?
  • None
  • Less than one year
  • At least one year, but less than two years
  • At least two years, but less than three years
  • At least three years, but less than four years
  • At least four years, but less than five years
  • Five or more years of experience
06
Do you have training and experience in Global Positioning Systems (GPS) units?
  • Yes
  • No
07
Have you demonstrated the ability to keep current on computer technology as it relates to natural science collections and/or curatorial needs?
  • Yes
  • No
08
Do you have working knowledge of the specific needs of natural science museums and/or collections?
  • Yes
  • No
09
Are you proficient with Microsoft Office Suite?
  • Yes
  • No
10
Do you have experience using Visual Basics for Application (VBA)?
  • Yes
  • No
11
Are you proficient with ARC GIS mapping program?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Agency
State of North Carolina
Address
NOTE: Apply to the department listed on posting

An Equal Opportunity Employer, North Carolina, State Government