Major Functions The County of Volusia is seeking an Engineering Assistant I - Working Title: Asset Management Assistantfor Road & Bridge Division. The Engineering Assistant I - Working Title: Asset Management Assistant is responsible for technical work to collect and add infrastructure data to the GIS enterprise geodatabases for road and drainage assets. Illustrative Duties (NOTE:These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.) * Collects and adds infrastructure data to the GIS enterprise geodatabase, such as roads, sidewalks, drainage canals, retention ponds, control structures, etc. * Reviews construction plans, surveys, aerials, and drawings to determine location and attribute information to include maintenance responsibility, material, size, shape, etc. * Checks maintenance agreements, as-builts, public records, and other relevant documents to analyze how data is to be indexed and related to applicable GIS feature(s). * Uses personal computer and applicable software systems to analyze, build, map, and maintain GIS databases. * Applies GIS and statistical techniques to analyze spatial and non-spatial information. * Prepares correspondence, reports, and exhibits. * May be assigned to other county locations based upon operational needs. * Attends work on a regular and consistent basis. * Must adhere to Federal, State, County and Local ordinances. * Responds to emergency situations. * Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements Three (3) years of experience in Civil Engineering, Land Surveying, Mathematics or related field and experience in design drafting, plans review of subdivisions, drainage, or related fields. OR Associate's degree in Civil Engineering, Land Surveying, Mathematics or related field and one (1) year of experience in design drafting, plans review of subdivisions, drainage, or related fields. The preferred candidatewill have at least two (2) years of experience with GIS (ArcGIS), as well as two (2) years of experience with Lucity or similar asset management software. A comparable amount of education, training or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license at time of hire. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License within thirty (30) days of hire. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities * Knowledge of principles, techniques and terminology of geodetic control, cartography, and geographic information systems. * Knowledge of ArcView or ArcGIS software capabilities and commands. * Knowledge of basic math functions, geometry and legal descriptions. * Knowledge of basic personal computer operation and computer software (database, spreadsheets, word processing, email). * Ability to read & interpret legal descriptions; read and comprehend maps; read and comprehend technical manuals, instructions, procedures, letters and memos. * Ability to analyze data and develop conclusions. * Ability to communicate effectively. * Ability to respond to emergency situations. * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees within and outside GIS. * Ability to interact effectively with others. * Must be able to relocate to other county locations based upon operational needs. ADAREQUIREMENTS Physical Demands: Generally sedentary work. Ability to see, talk, hear, grasp, finger dexterity. Depending on area of assignment, may require ability to walk, kneel, crouch, reach, carry, push, or pull in construction or undeveloped areas including marshy and muddy conditions. Ability to lift, carry, push and/or pull a minimum of 10 pounds. Clarity of vision, with the ability to identify and distinguish colors with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to comprehend written work and electronic materials at arm's length or less (distinguish letters and numbers) and to see in detail- objects or printed material at greater than arm's length. Visual acuity (peripheral vision, depth perception, color acuity) necessary to operate a motorized vehicle and review schematics. Environmental Demands: Primarily inside work. Depending upon position of assignment, some positions may require limited fieldwork with occasional exposure to wind, heat, humidity, etc. Mental Demands: Ability to read and comprehend technical and mechanical drawings, blueprints, layouts and literature, memos, procedures, legal documents and instruments, safety rules. Ability to perform shop math and advanced mathematical functions (geometry, trigonometry.) Ability to write memos, summaries, letters, evaluations, and procedures to explain/relay information to layman. Ability to speak clearly and concisely; conversant in theory and practices of discipline. Ability to identify and resolve problems. Volusia County is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.Veterans' preference is provided to qualified applicants pursuant to State law.