GIS Analyst II

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Posting Number
4109P


Position Title
GIS Analyst II


Department
Information Technology


Job Code
02176


FLSA Status
Exempt


Union Code/Affiliation
Unrepresented


Division
APPLICATION OPERATIONS


Job Description Summary


The purpose of this job is to lead and drive innovation, design, planning, and implementation of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and related applications. This position performs the most complex tasks involving GIS analysis, database design and management, system architecture, and application development. The role also includes project management responsibilities for planning and executing projects with significant data or GIS components. The incumbent provides expert recommendations on project staffing, hardware, software, data, budget, and scheduling needs. Additionally, this position communicates complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to non-technical GIS users.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities - The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description

• Performs complex data analysis using ArcGIS software, related extensions, relational databases, and other computer software.

• Designs, develops, and maintains GIS and relational databases in multiple formats to support organizational needs.

• Creates and implements custom GIS applications for both desktop and web environments.

• Collaborates with stakeholders to define requirements and deliver meaningful, data-driven reports, maps, and visualizations.

• Leads team efforts to identify and implement effective approaches for project completion and public outreach initiatives.

• Serves as a working project manager for projects and programs. Plans project timelines, assigns tasks, and monitors progress.

• Communicates complex technical concepts clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, to non-technical users.

• Provides coaching and technical training to staff.

• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No supervisory authority. Work requires providing guidance and training to others. This position may oversee work quality, training, instructions, and work assignments.

Human Collaboration and Job Impact - This area describes the personal interaction with others outside direct reporting relationships as well as the impact the job has on organization, the department or unit objectives, the output of services, or employee or public satisfaction

• Interactions and communications may result in recommendations regarding policy development and implementation. May also evaluate customer satisfaction, develop cooperative associations, and utilize resources to continuously improve customer satisfaction.

• Interactions have significant impact on the organization in terms of time, money, or public/employee relations.

Fiscal Responsibility

• Position has limited responsibility.

• May assist in the collection of data in support of recommendations for departmental budget allocations. May monitor work unit or program/promotional level budget and expenditures.

Education and Experience - An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Geography, Computer Science, GIS, or related filed.

• 5 to 7 years' experience with enterprise GIS systems.

Licenses or Certifications

• Valid driver's license

• Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) certification.

• Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP) within one year of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position

Knowledge of:

• ArcGIS, ArcPro, Python, and SQL databases.

• Principles, best practices, and current trends in geospatial technologies, spatial databases, and cartography and visual communication,

• Relevant policies, business practices, pertinent data sources, and research methods.

• Agile work methodologies.

• ITIL foundation practices

• Project management framework.

Skill in:

• Communicating verbally and in writing to meet the needs of the audience.

• Project management.

• Creating and maintaining technical records.

Ability to:

• Direct and perform high-level GIS analysis using multiple GIS software products - including ArcGIS Desktop, Pro, Server, ArcSDE, Portal, and GeoEvent.

• Research data sources, edit data, and assemble into datasets, create and utilize networks, datasets, matrices, and programs required for analysis, modelling, planning, and business needs.

• Develop and maintain applications for data access and maintenance using technologies including ArcGIS ExperienceBuilder and ArcGIS Online, Javascript, Python, and HTML.

• Compile, organize, interpret, and communicate data and results concisely.

• Apply logic and reasoning to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

• Provide guidance and training to others.

• Provide high levels of effective customer service.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

• Identify and distinguish colors.

• Regularly use a computer, software, phone and related office equipment.

• Focus on tasks.

• Pass a Criminal Justice Information Services background check.•

Work Environment - Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job

Work Environment:
Office or similar indoor environment - Frequently/Often

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• This position is relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards and is generally sedentary.

• Incumbents may be required to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Hours/Days


M-F 8-5

Starting Salary
$72,342 - $80,672/yr


Pay Grade
111


Number of Positions Available
1


Deadline to Apply

Open Until Filled
Yes


Special Instructions to Applicants


This position is open until filled with a preferred application deadline of July 1, 2026.

Notice to Applicants


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