Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst

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Organization: City of Richland
Title: Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst
Location: Richland, WA

Posted: 2026-07-10
Application Deadline: 2026-08-09

Position Description :

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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
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

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 and 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).

WE ARE RICHLAND
At the City of Richland, your work makes a difference every day. From maintaining essential services to enhancing our community, you’ll be part of a team that values teamwork, integrity and excellence in what we do.

With a strong sense of purpose, great benefits, and a commitment to growth, we are building a community we’re proud to serve.

Richland Rewards – Supporting Those Who Serve
Summary of the City of Richland benefits for unaffiliated staff (non-represented employees):

Note: Unaffiliated staff (non-union employees) may receive some or all of the benefits listed below based on the Compensation Plan for Unaffiliated Employees (Comp Plan) with the City; consult the Comp Plan for specific information about position benefits.

Regular Full-Time (35 to 40 hr/week) Employee 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

Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual

Regular Full-Time (40hr) Accrual Rates. (The accrual rates for full time (30-34hr) and part-time positions are pro-rated based upon the position's budgeted hours.)

Years of Continuous Service / Maximum Hours Per Month

0 months through 6 months / 13.33 hours per month

6 months through 9 years / 20.33 hours per month

10 years through 15 years / 22.33 hours per month

16 years through 20 years / 24.33 hours per month

Over 20 years / 26.33 hours per month

The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diversified work force. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), martial or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

In accordance with the American 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 us.fitly.work.

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