GIS Specialist
Job Description
Rugby Borough Council are looking for a diligent, enthusiastic graduate to fill this role to help them deliver mapping and gazetteer services in support of the organisation in all operational and policy areas.
Key tasks include:
• Providing a public-facing contact for the SNN service
• Maintaining our “Health Checks” to deadlines
• Developing clear documentation for all processes and protocols
• Maintaining the Local Land & Property Gazetteer (LLPG)
• Supporting the Senior GIS Officer in providing the organisation and with mapping and gazetteer services
This post will require some lone working and travel throughout the borough so access to your own transport would be preferable.
Full training will be given in all aspects.
Person Requirements
* A graduate from a Geography / Science degree background or similar
* You will be competent with Excel and similar tools also preferably, mapping tools (GIS). Additionally, documentation of processes is also important, so we are seeking someone with well-developed writing skills.
* You will be passionate about great customer service, helping people both within and outside the Council.
* You will be enthusiastic and not afraid to “try things out” and learn new tasks but also not afraid to ask for help.
* It would be desirable that you have experience of street naming and numbering (SNN) or maintaining a Street Gazetteer but it’s not essential. Experience of mentoring or training would be advantageous.
About Rugby Borough Council
Working for one of fastest growing boroughs in the country, they have ambitious plans to build on their track record of delivering growth and investment, while supporting our communities and creating opportunities for all. They proud of their past – after all, Rugby’s home to a game enjoyed by millions around the world.
At Rugby Borough Council, we’re doing what’s Right For Rugby. Innovating, changing, making a difference. If you think you’re Right For Rugby, we want to hear from you.

Quick Info
Type: Graduate Job
Duration: Full time, Permanent
Salary: £22,571 – £24,920
Start Date: ASAP
No of vacancies: 1
Location: Town Hall, Evreux Way, Rugby CV21 2RR
Why apply to this role?
Rugby Borough Council invests in its people, offering both time and resources to equip you with the tools to develop your career. They offer agile working, a flexitime scheme, family friendly policies, generous annual leave, and excellent pension scheme. They also celebrate difference and diversity, a Disability Confident employer which became the first borough or district council in the country to achieve the ‘excellent’ standard under the Equality Framework for Local Government.