We are looking for a talented Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Engineer to join the Applications Development team to contribute to the design, development and implementation of GIS Applications for North Yorkshire Police (NYP), North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (NYFRS) and Office for Policing, Fire, Crime and Commissioning (OPFCC).
The role
The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance of the information held within the gazetteer and mapping systems as well as ensuring the computer systems critical to public safety have access to up-to-date mapping and addressing information. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Investigating and resolving problems arising with Gazetteer and Mapping data
Providing GIS application support to users
Define and develop GIS data and systems
Act as a primary contact with Ordnance Survey (at senior grade)
Provide geospatial advice to Business users to increase its use and effectiveness
The person
You will have the ability to work on multiple tasks at any one time while maintaining high quality standards. You will be a good communicator and have the ability to work on your own initiative as well as being able to provide clear and accurate advice to staff at all levels.
Experience in a Cartographic, GIS environment or Gazetteer environment and knowledge of NEC Universe GIS /Cadcorp GIS or other major GIS System is an advantage but not essential. A degree in GIS or Geography would also be advantageous.
The benefits
Youll work for an organisation that cares about the well-being of its personnel, and actively supports people so they can perform to their best at work. In addition, NYP offers a range of benefits including:
Opportunity for flexible and remote working
Local Government Pension Scheme
24 days holiday entitlement, increasing to 30 days with length of service (plus bank holidays)
Cycle to work scheme at certain times throughout the year
Upbeat Access to a fantastic range of exclusive discounts on well-known online and high street retailers
Unison is the recognised Trade union within NYP and there are also several other Inclusion and Diversity support networks.
Where are we?
Northallerton is the market town of North Yorkshire and has an abundance of cafes and eateries along its historical, but modernised high street. The town is easily accessed by the two main roads going north to south A19 and A1 or by public transport.
By train:
Trains from Middlesborough run about every 20 / 30 minutes, take approx. 30 minutes and cost approx. £12 / 14 return (Anytime)
Trains from York run between every 5 / 30 minutes, take approx. 28 minutes and cost approx. £22 / 25 return (Anytime)
Trains from Leeds are about every 10 / 15 minutes, take approx. 50 minutes and cost approx. £35 / 45 return (Anytime)
By Car:
Northallerton is about 7 miles from the A1 Leeming Bar junction or 13 miles from the A19 / A168 Thirsk junction.
Darlington and Ripon are only a mere 13 miles and takes approx. 30 minutes
Harrogate is only about 30 miles and will take about 50 minutes
About us
enableNY are professionals brought together to support, maintain, and improve the ICT for North Yorkshire Police and North Yorkshire Fire Services. ICT is imperative to the delivery of safety and wellness of all those living and passing through North Yorkshire.
At enableNY ICT, we strive to provide technology that not only responds to people in need at time of emergency but aims to help people with their everyday lives, help the vulnerable, support victims and facilitate law enforcement.
We, at North Yorkshire Police value difference. We have a positive action team who are dedicated to supporting you through your application and beyond. If you feel you need any reasonable adjustments to help reach your potential, please contact our Positive Action Team.
If you think youve got what were looking for, wed love to hear from you.
Please submit you application by 09:00am 18th January 2025
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