Data Management Technical Officer - 4470
2
South West
Bristol
Horizon House
Staff Grade 4
Permanent
Full Time
Information Technology
£26,869
We are looking for a motivated team member who can help us provide the technical support which underpins our commitments to create better places for people and wildlife. We play a critical role in implementing the Data and Information Strategy through both technical work and advice and support to the rest of the organisation and beyond, and a suite of excellent tools that support corporate services.
The activities include data management, data quality, data analysis, and processing, metadata, data provision through data services
Support for Easimap, What's in Your Backyard (WIYBY), ArcGIS, Feature Manipulation Engine (FME) through GIS helpdesk.
The activities include data management, data quality, data analysis, and processing, metadata, data provision through data services
Support for Easimap, What's in Your Backyard (WIYBY), ArcGIS, Feature Manipulation Engine (FME) through GIS helpdesk.
The GIS Team in Flood and Coastal Risk Management Directorate. We deliver vital services which underpin much of the Environment Agency’s statutory responsibilities. We provide support for spatial data in GIS using ESRI platform of products and internal and external facing web mapping applications through a dedicated service desk. Incident response is a top priority for the team. We provide data, mapping and GIS skills and services to support key roles during times of incident.
You'll be able to demonstrate relevant data and information management experience. Qualified to at least degree standard (or equivalent work experience) in a relevant discipline and evidence of:
• Advanced computer skills and strong experience in using ArcGIS tools (ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Server and online services). Use of complex databases and data tools such as FME.
• Supporting customers ideally in a 2nd line support role and coaching others to use data and tools effectively.
• Good analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Delivery in a team environment to agreed deadlines.
• Advanced computer skills and strong experience in using ArcGIS tools (ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Server and online services). Use of complex databases and data tools such as FME.
• Supporting customers ideally in a 2nd line support role and coaching others to use data and tools effectively.
• Good analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Delivery in a team environment to agreed deadlines.
Closing Date: 31st March 2017 at 23:55 hours
The post is based in Horizon House, Bristol – with no exceptions.
These roles may include travel to internal meetings etc. at other offices.
More information about the role and application process can be found in the candidate pack.
For an informal discussion please contact Peter Law on Tel. 07717151963 or email peter.law@environment-agency.gov.uk Or Mariateresa Bucciante on Tel. 02030254508 or email mariateresa.bucciante@environment-agency.gov.uk
Interviews will be held in Bristol.
The post is based in Horizon House, Bristol – with no exceptions.
These roles may include travel to internal meetings etc. at other offices.
More information about the role and application process can be found in the candidate pack.
For an informal discussion please contact Peter Law on Tel. 07717151963 or email peter.law@environment-agency.gov.uk Or Mariateresa Bucciante on Tel. 02030254508 or email mariateresa.bucciante@environment-agency.gov.uk
Interviews will be held in Bristol.
31/03/2017, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Data and Information Management
Manage and share data and information appropriately for a variety of purposes.
• Anticipates requirements for data or information and/or identifies future reporting requirements and puts in place the means to meet these.
• Examines and tests out sources and validity of data/information before using; makes clear the status or reliability of material used. Undertakes more data gathering where necessary.
• Anticipates requirements for data or information and/or identifies future reporting requirements and puts in place the means to meet these.
• Examines and tests out sources and validity of data/information before using; makes clear the status or reliability of material used. Undertakes more data gathering where necessary.
Achieves Results
Deliver to high work standards with the drive to meet targets.
• Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results.
• Is resilient and performs well under pressure; responds positively to setbacks and develops alternative action
• Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results.
• Is resilient and performs well under pressure; responds positively to setbacks and develops alternative action
Communicates Effectively
Listens and questions to understand and engage. Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately and persuasively through speech and writing.
• Is an active listener, has time for people; seeks their contribution.
• Considers needs of and impact on audience, anticipates reactions and uses appropriate communication method and style.
• Is an active listener, has time for people; seeks their contribution.
• Considers needs of and impact on audience, anticipates reactions and uses appropriate communication method and style.
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
This Vacancy is closed to applications.