JOB
Applications are available online beginning Friday, June 26, 2026, through Friday, July 24, 2026, 4:30 pm. (EXTENDED)
VACANCY INFORMATION:
Business Systems Specialist V (Geographic Information Systems) – There is currently one Business Systems Specialist Grade V opening in the Technology and Innovation Department. The Business Systems Specialist (GIS) role operates under limited supervision and requires specialized expertise in advanced, enterprise-level Geographic Information Systems (GIS). This includes the administration and maintenance of ArcGIS Enterprise, specifically ArcGIS Server and ArcGIS Pro, as well as the management of multi-editor, versioned enterprise geodatabases (SDE), which involves performing administrative reconciliation and posting.
The City’s GIS infrastructure supports various departments with diverse operational needs, including Public Safety, Public Works, Utilities, and executive leadership.
Please refer to the Desirable Qualifications listed below for more information.
The current vacancy is in Grade V ($46.922 - $63.920 Hourly).
SALARY INFORMATION:
Grade I - $31.378 – $42.612 Hourly
Grade II - $34.687 – $47.149 Hourly
Grade III - $38.354 – $52.185 Hourly
Grade IV - $42.431 – $57.788 Hourly
Grade V - $46.922 – $63.920 Hourly
Grade VI - $51.967 – $70.775 Hourly
Grade VII - $59.714 – $80.367 Hourly
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Under supervision, performs specialized technical work pertaining to applications programming and analysis, system software/hardware analysis and design, and system administration and support activities; prepares or codes programs from specifications; tests and debugs programs; updates and modifies existing programs from detailed specifications; develops, maintain and/or updates system procedures and documentation; performs hardware and software maintenance on complex installations and data communications equipment; interfaces with end users to plan, define and implement systems modifications; accurately interprets end user needs and requirements and modifies or designs programs or systems to meet those needs; prepares detailed technical specifications for programmers to follow in program development and modification; provides timely, accurate and effective customer service; recommends options to end users by considering various solutions to business needs; may act in a lead or supervisory capacity; may prepare or evaluate training materials and manuals; and performs other related duties as required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:
Application and Supplemental Application......................................................Qualifying
Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. This selection procedure will be conducted using a continuous non-competitive process, which means applications are evaluated solely on training, experience, education, or certification. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligible list. Applicants receiving Veteran’s Credit will be placed on the eligible list first and then in the order in which applications were filed.
This is a continuous eligible list, which means eligible lists may be established periodically and may expire six months from their effective date. Applicants may apply only once during a four-month period. Applications received by Friday, July 10, 2026, will be included in the exam process for Test # 01.
If you have not received notification within two weeks after close of filing, please contact the Human Resources Department at (562) 570-7008.
In accordance with Civil Service Procedure 3.38, all eligible veterans that successfully qualify on any or all open competitive examinations shall receive an additional credit of ten (10) points that will be added to their original passing score. Disabled veterans passing the examination shall receive a credit of fifteen (15) points that will be added to their original passing score. (A copy of the veterans DD-214, Member 4 form indicating honorable discharge must be attached to the application at the time of filing.)
This position is eligible for Local Hiring Preferences and Veterans Preference Points. Learn more about available preferences and eligibility criteria here: www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences
EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.
The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act
In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.
This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-7008. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-7008. For the hearing impaired, call (562)570-6638.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
J.O.B.H674AN-26C RC:BSS 06/23/2026
