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GIS Specialist
Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.
Position will be filled at Non-Exempt (technical) 5, 6 or 7, depending on successful candidate's skills & experience
Job Summary
- Distribution GIS (DistGIS) plays a vital role in Georgia Power’s planned strategic direction and daily operations. The DistGIS database serves as the asset repository for facilities data and drives applications such as TCMS (Trouble Call Management System), Designer, and DistView, which are critical to Distribution Operations.
- This position is responsible for the input, processing, and maintenance of Lighting and Smart Services data in accordance with GIS work procedures and consistent with Southern Company GIS Data strategy.
- This role is joining a team of GIS Specialists who are a part of the Leading as a System effort where GIS support for both GPC and APC Lighting, Surveillance, ET and Colocation is required.
- Additionally, the successful candidate will also be responsible for conducting spatial analysis utilizing ESRI-based GIS software to produce specialized map products.
NOTE: Position requires that candidate qualify on the EEI TECH test.
EEI practice tests and study resources for TECH test batteries are available at eei.org:
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Associate’s degree or Certificate in GIS strongly preferred
- Bachelor’s Degree in GIS or Geography is highly preferred
Experience
- Proficient with ESRI suite of GIS tools
- Proficient cartographic skills
- Knowledge and experience working with enterprise GIS database
- Knowledge and experience working with ArcFM, Designer and Express Sketch
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Exceptional organizational and project/workload management skills
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Understanding of basic electric distribution design and construction
- Strong computer skills in standard software packages (Microsoft Office products, etc.) is required
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Analytical approach to problem-solving
- Able to maintain focus on assigned tasks
- Familiar with data manipulation techniques
- Ability to perform spatial analysis
- Ability to create, query, and update databases (SQL, Oracle, MS Access)
- Experience with lighting types, fixtures, and controls
Behavioral Attributes
- Candidate must exhibit Southern Style behaviors
- Excited and willing to learn about innovative technology
- Contributes to overall positive teamwork environment
- Builds effective relationships both internally and externally and at all levels
- Understands and embraces the value of diversity
- Flexible and positively adapts to change
- Demonstrates professionalism in the work environment
Job Responsibilities
- Post updates to the DistGIS database
- Create Construction Prints in support of Lighting Design Analysts
- Create specialized map products
- Maintain high standards for data quality within all applications, including DistGIS
- Reconcile database conflicts and take appropriate action to improve database performance
- Perform analysis using GIS tools
- Database development skills are preferred
Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf. Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.