GIS Officer

London's diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share. Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required., To support the work of the Infrastructure team's Data & Innovation digital tools (particularly the Infrastructure Mapping Application - IMA), through carrying out spatial analysis, producing innovative, customised web mapping applications and by managing and maintaining databases., * Assist with the delivery of digital and data support services (particularly the IMA), including creating mapping visualisations of data in support of the Unit, and responding to ad-hoc requests and enquiries as required.

• Work closely with the team's and wider organisation's existing data and technical expertise to help, design, develop, and support the IMA on behalf of its stakeholders.
• Promote and support the use of GIS across the Unit, including helping professionals from other disciplines to complete mapping tasks and assisting with the delivery of in-house GIS training when required.
• Carry out spatial analysis in support of the Unit.
• Working with the team's existing data and technical expertise, and the wider organisation to explore and implement innovative uses of technology.
• Continue to maintain and enhance the range of thematic datasets held in the Data & Innovation digital tools (particularly the IMA) through liaison with data leads in other GLA departments and partner organisations.
• Keep abreast of new developments and innovations that may impact on the GLA's policies, strategies and data requirements, via liaison with a range of regional, national, international, professional and other bodies dealing with Geographic Information. Maintain an awareness of, and contribute to, other aspects of the work of the Unit.
• Manage staff and resources allocated to the job in accordance with the Authority's policies and Code of Ethics and Standards.
• Realise the benefits of a flexible approach to work in undertaking the duties and responsibilities of this job, and participating in multi-disciplinary, cross-department and cross-organisational groups and project teams.

Gis, Fme, Openlayers, Html, Arcgis Server, Python, Javascript, Technical Requirements, Css, A strong technical background evidenced by a qualification in GIS (or a related subject) or equivalent professional experience Detailed knowledge of GIS in practical use, and evidence of commitment to keep abreast of new developments Experience of working with desktop GIS tools including ArcGIS Desktop Experience of spatial data conversion tools such as FME, ESRI Productivity Suite would be an advantage Experience of working with ESRI ArcGIS Server, knowledge of web map services and appropriate standards The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here: GLA Competency Framework, * A strong technical background evidenced by a qualification in GIS (or a related subject) or equivalent professional experience

• Detailed knowledge of GIS in practical use, and evidence of commitment to keep abreast of new developments.
• Experience of working with desktop GIS tools including ArcGIS Desktop
• Experience of spatial data conversion tools such as FME, ESRI Productivity Suite would be an advantage
• Experience of working with ESRI ArcGIS Server, knowledge of web map services and appropriate standards
• Experience of or can demonstrate interest in web mapping technologies such as ArcGIS JavaScript API, OpenLayers, OpenStreetMap API
• Knowledge of and interest in any of the following programming or scripting technologies including: JavaScript, CSS, HTML, Python

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