GIS SPECIALIST

GIS SPECIALIST

£22,571 - £24,920

We are looking for a diligent, enthusiastic person to fill this role to help us deliver mapping and gazetteer services in support of the organisation in all operational and policy areas.

Ideally you will be data-minded having an appreciation of the importance of high-quality and accurate data. You will be competent with Excel and similar tools also preferably, mapping tools (GIS). Additionally, documentation of processes is also important, so we are seeking someone with well-developed writing skills.

You will be passionate about great customer service, helping people both within and outside the Council.

You will be enthusiastic and not afraid to “try things out” and learn new tasks but also not afraid to ask for help.

It would be desirable that you have experience of street naming and numbering (SNN) or maintaining a Street Gazetteer but it’s not essential.

Experience of mentoring or training would be advantageous.

Full training will be given in all aspects.

Key tasks include:

Providing a public-facing contact for the SNN service

Maintaining our “Health Checks” to deadlines

Developing clear documentation for all processes and protocols

Maintaining the Local Land & Property Gazetteer (LLPG)

Supporting the Senior GIS Officer in providing the organisation and with mapping and gazetteer services

This post will require some lone working and travel throughout the borough so access to your own transport would be preferable.

The Company - Rugby Borough Council makes a difference.

Working for one of fastest growing boroughs in the country, we have ambitious plans to build on our track record of delivering growth and investment, while supporting our communities and creating opportunities for all. We’re proud of our past - after all, Rugby’s home to a game enjoyed by millions around the world.

We’re firmly focused on the future - and we know to make a difference, sometimes you have to do things differently. We’re currently driving digitalisation throughout our organisation, transforming the way we work while giving our customers quick and easy access to a wide range of online services. We have also launched Rugby Net Zero, a commitment to cut the council’s C02 emissions to net zero by 2030 while taking the lead in the borough’s bid to become carbon neutral. And we’ve embarked on plans for a radical regeneration of Rugby town centre, creating a sustainable, thriving urban environment supported by a 21st century transport system and digital infrastructure.

We’re making a difference – and we need people who share our vision and ambition.

Rugby Borough Council invests in its people, offering both time and resources to equip you with the tools to develop your career. We offer agile working, a flexitime scheme, family friendly policies, generous annual leave, and excellent pension scheme. We also celebrate difference and diversity, a Disability Confident employer which became the first borough or district council in the country to achieve the ‘excellent’ standard under the Equality Framework for Local Government.

At Rugby Borough Council, we’re doing what’s Right For Rugby. Innovating, changing, making a difference. If you think you’re Right For Rugby, we want to hear from you.

For an informal discussion about this role, please call Mark Percival, our Senior GIS Officer on 01788 533779.

You can view full details of this job via our website www.rugby.gov.uk , where you can also apply on-line. If you are unable to apply on-line please contact 01788 533564, or e-mail: [email removed - click apply for more details] for further assistance.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Closing Date: 17 April 2022

Interview: week commencing 25 April 2022

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