Senior Geospatial Data Librarian (bureau Of Technology)
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeHybrid
location_onNorth Lower Michigan Avenue, New East Side, Loop, Chicago, South Chicago Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60602, United States
As the Geospatial Data Auditor within Cook County's Bureau of Administration, you will serve as the steward of the County's enterprise geospatial data holdings. Your mission is to organize, curate, and catalog spatial datasets to ensure they remain accurate, accessible, and fully aligned with County data governance standards. You will act as a bridge between technical data management and evidence-based decision-making, ensuring that internal departments and external partners can rely on high-quality geospatial information.
In this role, you will collaborate across the organization to promote data integrity and improve the discoverability of critical spatial assets. You will be responsible for maintaining the accuracy of metadata and reference materials, adapting to new analytical methods, and providing technical expertise to solve complex data problems. Your work ensures that the County's geospatial infrastructure supports the needs of 20 million residents and visitors through reliable, up-to-date data.
This position is actively recruited and operates under an "At Will" employment basis. Candidates who are contacted for an offer will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver's license, diploma, school transcripts, certifications) within five (5) days of the offer being extended in writing by the Bureau Chief of the Bureau of Human Resources (BHR) or designee. Specific instructions on document submission will be provided upon notification.
Successful candidates must complete post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen, and medical examination. Falsification of any information during the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County's Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline up to termination.
Candidates with degrees awarded outside the United States (excluding those from U.S. territories and Canada) must have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services (WES), Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE), or a NACES member organization.
For inquiries regarding this position, please contact BHR.WorkforceStrategy@cookcountyil.gov.
Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We prohibit illegal discrimination and harassment and afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law.
The County's hiring process is governed by the Cook County Employment Plan, which strictly prohibits employment actions from being influenced by political reasons or factors for non-exempt positions. The advertisement of this position does not constitute an offer or promise of employment. Any complaints alleging political influence in the hiring process are referred to the Cook County Office of the Inspector General.
The County offers a hybrid work environment that allows for telecommuting and flexible scheduling options. This position involves sedentary work, requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. While sitting is the primary activity, the role may involve walking or standing for brief periods.
Work model: Hybrid
North Lower Michigan Avenue, New East Side, Loop, Chicago, South Chicago Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60602, United States
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Skills: Python, SQL, Oracle, SQL Server, Postgresql, Geographic Information System, Gis, Data Management, Geospatial Data.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Geography, GIS, Information Science, Data Management, Library Science or related fields.
Cook County Government operates as a major administrative entity headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, serving a population exceeding five million residents as the second-most populous county in the United States. The organization functions under the leadership of Board President Toni Preckwinkle, delivering public services to a diverse community of residents, businesses, educational institutions, and visitors. Its operations span critical sectors including healthcare, economic development, criminal justice, and court administration, aiming to support a dynamic center for culture, industry, and travel.
The administration executes its work through a five-year Policy Roadmap designed to foster safe and thriving communities. This strategic framework addresses six key priorities: enhancing access to community-based healthcare and public health services, promoting equitable economic growth, supporting the criminal justice system, ensuring responsive and transparent government services, developing infrastructure to improve connectivity, and building resilient communities. The organization adheres to guiding principles that emphasize fiscal responsibility, innovative leadership, transparency, and accountability to maintain an efficient government structure. By focusing on these areas, Cook County Government strives to provide high-quality services that reflect the needs of its varied population while fostering a workforce that mirrors the communities it serves.
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Experience
4+ yrs (Mid Level)
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Geography, GIS, Information Science, Data Management, Library Science or related fields
Job Type
Full-Time