Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst

Organization: City of Richland Title: Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst Location: Richland, WA Posted: 2026-07-10 Application Deadline: 2026-08-09 Position Description Apply Here: Pay Range: $82,303.49 - $115,224.89 Annual Midpoint: $98,764.19 Starting salaries generally fall between the minimum and midpoint of the range. Each offer depends on the candidate’s experience and qualifications, internal pay equity, and available budget. Salary offers are negotiated individually based on these factors. Summary of Position Performs difficult skilled technical work related to planning, organizing, and coordinating the development and maintenance of the City’s Geographic Information System (GIS) system(s), and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the Information Technology Manager (supervisor). Supplemental Information Priority consideration and first review will be given for those candidates who apply on or before Thursday July 23, 2026. Selection will be based on overall qualifications, skills testing (if applicable), and an interview process. The final candidate selected will be subject to a comprehensive background/reference check commensurate to the position. Minimum Qualifications Associates/Technical degree with coursework in computer science, engineering, geography, GIS, or related field. Three (3) years of experience providing technical engineering support. Minimum one (1) year in the design, development, programming, implementation, and maintenance of GIS programs or applications. Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered. Special Requirements Valid driver’s license. Desirable Qualifications Experience working with GIS data and workflows for electric utility systems, with additional familiarity in fiber and other utility networks. Hands‑on experience with electric utility GIS and asset management platforms such as Futura, Esri ArcGIS Utility Network, Schneider Electric ArcFM, or similar systems commonly used in the utility industry. Experience integrating GIS with enterprise systems using webhooks, API integrations, ArcGIS REST services, or Microsoft Power Platform tools (Power Automate, Power Apps). Benefits Excellent open access (preferred provider) medical plan with substantial City‑paid contribution. City‑paid dental and vision plans. City‑paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (equals two times the employee’s annual salary). City‑paid Long‑Term Disability Insurance. Participation in the State of Washington’s Retirement Plan (PERS). Paid Time Off (PTO). 10 Paid Holidays. 4% City‑match deferred compensation with 457 and 401(a) plan options. Senior Management Level additional 4% City‑paid into the 401(a) Plan. Management Level additional 3% City‑paid into the 401(a) Plan. Supervisors or Exempt Level additional 1% City‑paid into the 401(a) Plan. Extended Sick Leave (ESL). Section 125 - Flexible Benefits Plan (Medical/Dependent Care). City Paid and Employee Paid Retirement Health Savings Plan. Employee Assistance Program. Annual Performance Assessment System. Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual rates based on hours worked. Equal Opportunity Employer The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diversified workforce. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be provided for participation in the application and selection process, if requested. Persons with a disability who need assistance must notify the Human Resources Department about the accommodation needed at the time of application and prior to the closing date by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io. The provisions of job announcements listed on this website do not constitute an expressed, or implied, contract of employment with the City. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr