Data Specialist x 2

Traveline ,
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Salary: £18,000 per annum

Overview

Data Specialist Intelligent Transport Systems Sheffield We are recruiting two enthusiastic and motivated Data Specialists to provide data to power in house and third-party intelligent transport information systems. These are full time, permanent roles with a salary of £18,000 to £22,000 per annum. You must be educated to a minimum of A level standard or have equivalent experience to include working with XML, understanding schemas and processing data, and have good analytical and problem solving skills. Your key responsibilities will include c reating and maintaining routes, tickets, location and other public transport data using specialist software; full training will be given. The right candidate will be given the opportunity to progress and encouraged to gain additional skills and qualifications across our business. Find more details on the job and how to apply on our website by clicking 'Apply' where you will be redirected. JOB DESCRIPTION: Job Title: Data Specialist, Intelligent Transport Systems Reports to: Open Data Platform Manager, Intelligent Transport Systems Responsible for: Creating and collating routes, tickets, location and other public transport data Main Purpose of Job: To provide data to power in house and third-party intelligent transport information systems RESPONSIBILITIES: Data Creation - Creating and maintaining routes, tickets, location and other public transport data using specialist software Data Collation - Collating and coordinating routes, tickets, location and other public transport data from stakeholders and other third parties Data Coordination and problem solving - Coordination of data supply, investigation and resolution of data errors Communication - Day to day contact with third parties at a data supply level Data Management Support - Supporting the Open Data Platform Manager in the collation and publication of the full UK dataset General: Undertake any other duties and responsibilities commensurate with the level and responsibilities of the post. Work in harmony with all other personnel and to communicate in an open and courteous manner with colleagues and customers. Actively and continuously review all work-related activities and suggest areas for improvement. Carry out responsibilities in accordance with Company policies and procedures. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Knowledge Essential: Minimum A level or equivalent in experience Excellent knowledge and experience of working with XML, including understanding schemas and processing data Desirable: Knowledge of databases and related tools and applications, in particular Access and SQL Skills Essential: The ability to pick up new skills quickly Good organisational and analytical skills Ability to help create and to operate data systems and processes Self-motivator, capable of keeping skills up to date Desirable: The ability to work with third parties across a range of organisations Experience Essential: Ability to fulfil job description and the possession of the necessary knowledge and skills sets is as important as experience Desirable: Experience of providing excellent Data Specialist services This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89799752