HARRIS  COUNTY  FLOOD  CONTROL  DISTRICT

SUMMARY  JOB  REQUIREMENTS  FOR

SCHEDULER-PLANNER – PROPERTY MANAGEMENT DEPT.

JOB TITLE:                          SCHEDULER-PLANNER 

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Scheduler-Planner is responsible for the GIS analysis and development of maintenance plans and schedules for a wide range of system repair and vegetation management projects.  These duties include, but are not limited to, the following: 

· Develop multi-year system repair plans by identifying site locations from the COMET dataset for each Flood Control Watershed, using MS Project scheduling software or equivalent;

· Perform basic GIS planning operations and special analysis to create/edit geographic data sets, cross utilities data from other databases (such as MS Access, COMET, etc.);

· Review existing System Repair 5-year plan sites with COMET program data and identifies target sites for re-evaluation, pending budget increases, including cost tracking of System Repair Projects

· Coordinates system repair plans with Property Managers and maintains a current listing of PTS project work orders showing status of system repair projects, including recently completed projects and future planned activities;

· Develop multi-year vegetation plans using MS Project software by identifying prospect site locations and generating target site plans and schedules;

· Coordinate tree planting plans, selective clearing plans, and vegetation efforts with Property Managers and Facility Maintenance personnel, using MS Project scheduling software or equivalent; and

· Maintain records and up-to-date status on all projects generated by the Property Management Department.

• Other duties may be required as the nature and scope of the job directs. 

KNOWLEDGE

· Successful job applicant must have: 

Ø High school diploma or equivalent;

Ø Two or more years of related experience working with GIS programs;

Ø Proficiency in MS Project, Geodatabase, COMET, MS Word, Excel, Access, etc.,

Ø Proficiency in ESRI geographic software, such as ArcInfo (Desktop or Workstation) and ArcGIS 9x (ArcMap, ArcCatalog, ArcToolbox);

Ø Proficiency in data conversion and mapping projections;

Ø Ability to maintain database information and create professional maps and exhibits; and

Ø Moderate analytical ability in applying guidelines, policies and precedents and in adapting standard methods to fit facts and conditions. 

Ø ArcGIS Server, ArcSDE and geodatabase knowledge is preferred. 

Ø Applicant should be skilled in database management tools with Microsoft Access, SQL and ArcInfo data files.  Verifiable work experience in the application of these systems is preferred. 

· Successful job applicant must also demonstrate ability to: 

Ø Read and comprehend such written material as safety cautions, warnings, maps, traffic signs, operating instructions, etc.;

Ø Write/record legible notes of activity and correctly complete required forms;

Ø Solve simple mathematical problems that may be required in normal work situations; and

Ø Effectively communicate with co-workers, general public, industry, and/or governmental representatives. 

LICENSE

• Valid Class “C” Texas Commercial Drivers License

PHYSICAL EXERTION

Includes stooping, bending, and/or lifting of items up to 20 pounds, sitting for an extended period of time, and requires: 

• Frequent operation of office equipment including computer, photocopier, telephone, facsimile, digital camera, and calculator;
• Frequent sorting, filing, shelving, and otherwise handling of documents, books, files, materials, plans, and equipment;
• Occasional standing and walking on rough and uneven surfaces or ground such as sloping terrain, plowed or furrowed areas or construction sites;
• Ability to walk up and down steep slopes of ditches maintaining balance and maneuvering on very rough and uneven terrain; and
• Driving of a District vehicle with automatic controls.  

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURE

• Controlled indoor climate, with normal exposure to office lighting, temperature, and air conditions
• Extensive use of video display terminal
• Routine exposure to fluids and chemicals used for photographic or photocopier development or reproduction and in cleaning offices and work areas
• Occasional outdoor exposure to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution, as well as nature’s dust, mists, vapors, fumes, and other pollutants

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