BASIC FUNCTION:

This position is for the management of a Geographic Information System (GIS), which will be utilized to design, assess, and manage telecommunications networks and to accurately locate network outages. The Data Manager will be responsible for uploading data into a GIS application and populating all GIS attribute data as appropriate. The successful candidate will also manage and maintain the integrity of the GIS database as well as enhance the GIS application to meet priority requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent is responsible for GIS (Geographic Information System) systems design and timely deliveries to network teams for their use.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Manage and maintain a GIS database to include daily updates and input of information retrieved from field engineers.

- Update all required GIS attribute fields and perform quality assessment and quality control on produced data.

- Conversion of all required AutoCAD and other types of files into GIS.

- Enhance GIS application functionalities to include the integration of network risk management planning: (mitigation of risk of outage, preparation for an outage, response, and recovery).

- Prepare short term Business Plan for data updates.

- Use spatially enabled data such as georeferenced DGNs, images, spreadsheets or other GIS data in order to identify locations of outages or other potentially problematic areas.

- Prepare or supervise preparation of all data, drawings, records and as-built documents related to the project in close coordination with the GIS team.

- Use wide range of coordinate systems and projections for achieving spatial accuracy and provide support to all stakeholders.

- Understanding of GIS data policies, systems, processes, procedures and standards to ensure the consistent performance and service delivery.

- Respond promptly to internal and external customers