GIS (GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM) ANALYST Job Description
REPORTS TO: Director of Community
Development
DEPARTMENT: Community Development
CLASSIFICATION: Full-time regular
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
DATE APPROVED: September 26, 2024
JOB SUMMARY:
A GIS (Geographic Information System) Analyst creates, develops, and maintains GIS databases, shape/coverage/layer data, and linkages to various databases. A GIS Analyst may be assigned to a department or unit and coordinates GIS data or information that may have specific department/unit or Citywide implications. Duties include entering data into the GIS, providing GIS support to an assigned area, creating reports, and producing maps. The GIS Analyst performs programming and analytical project responsibilities which include planning, developing, analyzing, and performing quality control functions for geographic-related systems in support of the
City’s GIS; and may provide guidance and instruction to other City employees on GIS applications and practices. By assignment, this class may supervise or mentor GIS Technician classes. This class performs related duties as required.
This class is distinguished from the GIS Technician classes by the responsibility of developing and performing complex spatial analyses and multiple database queries and performing full supervisory duties (by assignment) of GIS Technician classes. This class is supervised by a Director of Community Development, Director of Public Works, or administrative supervisor, depending on the assignment. By assignment, this class may be required to be available on a 24-hour basis to cover emergency situations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
This position may not include all of the essential functions, knowledge and abilities listed, nor do the listed examples include all the knowledge and abilities which may be found in positions of this classification.
Communicates with the general public, management, and other City employees.
Provides recommendations and specifications through formal presentations of findings to communicate to management and ITD GIS technical staff.
Prepares written reports with clearly- organized thoughts, and using proper sentence structure, punctuation, and grammar, in order to document work completed, procedures, issues related to GIS data, and status reports.
Graphically communicates through maps and other visual presentation formats
Presents facts clearly and accurately. Performs problem resolution, documentation, and testing related to enterprise GIS and supported systems such as CMMS, CAD Dispatch, and Customer Information Systems (CIS).
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- Operates a motor vehicle requiring a Georgia Driver’s License to make field inspections,
measurements, and field checks on completed work (by assignment).
- Operates a variety of standard office equipment such as a personal computer (PC),
telephone, calculator, printer, and plotter.
- Enters data into a computer terminal, PC, or other keyboard device requiring continuous or
repetitive arm-hand-eye movement.
- Remains in a sitting position for extended periods of time. Distinguishes colors to input land
and utility GIS data (by assignment).
- Performs fine hand movements in the accurate use of drafting instruments.
- Meets scheduling and attendance requirements.
- Oversees the process to convert paper and/or digital data into the City’s GIS format.
- Performs quality assurance on converted GIS data to ensure conformance with City
standards.
- Performs math calculations for GIS data analysis and map development.
- Develops new GIS applications. Seeks job- related knowledge through own initiative, by
attending training courses, conferences, etc.
- Plans work and thinks conceptually, observes, and evaluates trends, analyzes data, draws
logical conclusions, and makes sound decisions and recommendations.
- Develops short- and long-term plans/goals regarding geographic mapping-related
information.
- Comprehends and makes inferences from written material such as journals, trade papers,
and specification sheets to evaluate new data and information systems.
- Makes recommendations to improve GIS functionality.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Knowledge of ESRI GIS software, such as ArcGIS Desktop and extensions, Geoprocessing
Tools, and GIS data management, etc.;
- Digitizing and data manipulation procedures for GIS; geodatabase design; computer system
designs; project management tools; network concepts; and testing procedures, backup and
recovery procedures, and security;
- Ability to become familiar with industry-specific terminology and symbology such as
Water/Wastewater, or Planning and Zoning;
- Ability to learn existing GIS systems and business functions for an assigned area;
- Ability to study procedures and operational methods, and make recommendations for
improving efficiency and accuracy;
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Ability to analyze complex problems, determine resolutions, and recommend action;
Ability to acquire knowledge and keep abreast of new technology trends through seminars, trade journals, and professional organizations;
Ability to recommend appropriate training and provide training to team members;
Ability to develop and test computer applications, using the City's preferred development tools for the recruited position;
Ability to plan how to accomplish assigned tasks;
Ability to work with a team or individually to identify and prioritize tasks needed to accomplish a project; develop contingency plans for multiple tasks and projects;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all City departments/units;
Act as project leader on small projects, develop and use project management skills and tools; contribute ideas; maintain and update GIS data and related databases using GIS and other software;
Complete mapping tasks in a timely manner and prioritize mapping requests; apply quality control/quality assurance standards and practices to GIS data;
Complete spatial analysis and database queries; demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, work cooperatively and jointly to provide seamless customer services; and assist with Web development projects, which may include working on project teams with other City personnel.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science in GIS, Geography, Urban Planning, Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field. Good (1 - 3 year experience working with GIS or a closely related field.
Master of Science in Georgraphy.
A minimum of one year’s experience in any of the following: ESRI technologies (ArcGIS Desktop and extensions, ArcGIS Server, Arc Objects), Intergraph, MicroStation, personal geodatabases, SharePoint, or AutoCAD. Experience in using Microsoft Windows XP or Windows 10.
Must possess a valid Georgia Driver’s License by hire date.
Experience in using Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, and MSSQL is highly desirable.
Experience in Visual Studio, C#, Map Objects, Arc FM, ArcSDE, Model Builder, Spatial Analyst, Network Analyst, 3D Analyst, Python, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), or Data Interoperability is desirable.
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WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Duties are performed primarily in an office setting with prolonged periods of sitting. The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office equipment, etc.,
- This position requires prolonged standing and walking, overhead reaching, crawling, kneeling, climbing, lifting to 20 pounds.
- This position will require occasional travel.
- This position will have frequent contact with others.
- At times, workloads can be extensive with limited time for response/and or action.
- Position requires prolonged periods of concentration and the ability to cope with numerous interruptions and changing priorities.
EQUIPMENT USED:
- General office equipment including computer, scanner, printer, copier and telephone.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS):
- This position requires the ability to work outside of normal business hours as necessary.
STATEMENT OF OTHER DUTIES DISCLAIMER:
The preceding job description does not constitute an employment contract. It has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this position. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job. Incumbent will perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.
Pay: $58,656.00 - $85,145.83 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
