GIS Analyst or Senior GIS Analyst

Position Summary
Full-time 40 hours per week
AFSCME-represented
12-month probationary period

Must meet all qualifications and requirements as listed in the position description.


$33.77 - $42.95 per hour


$36.41 - $46.32 per hour

IT staff provide robust and feature-rich computer services to all City departments through their commitment to excellent performance and high reliability. Services range from enterprise core infrastructure to complex data analytics and aggregation for superior visibility into all areas of the organization.

Essential Functions

GIS Analyst
Designs, creates, and maintains the citywide GIS databases, data sets, and mapping system. Applies GIS technology to produce and perform advanced data entry and manipulation, produces documentation, performs spatial analysis and produces reports.

Researches, evaluates, recommends, acquires, installs and maintains GIS solutions and software. Tests, de-bugs and maintains GIS applications.

Assists with analysis of short and long-range GIS planning. Assists with contract administration for GIS work and related services.

Assists work groups and departments with the selection of appropriate GIS solutions. Coordinates and directs implementation as appropriate. Provides input and recommendations regarding hardware.

Oversees small-scale GIS projects. Monitors project status, identifies and addresses potential barriers to meeting targets, assesses outcomes and recommends process improvements.

Provides training, development, implementation and ongoing operational support for GIS and GIS users.

Develops and automates processes to update, maintain, and analyze databases and ensures spatial integrity.

Applies software such as, CAD, database, spreadsheet, word processing, communications, graphics and web publishing software to the production and delivery of GIS related products.

Provides technical assistance to users. Performs departmental-focused project management. Meets with GIS users to define project requirements and set priority.

Participates on interdepartmental teams and committees for GIS projects. Contributes to work group GIS software design projects.

Collects, inputs, edits, and verifies spatial data from a variety of internal and external data inputs. Integrates associated attribute data. Manipulates, models, and analyzes spatial data in the geographic information system. Documents data entry and related procedures.

Operates printers, copiers and large-format plotters, and loads large rolls of paper into plotters.

Acts ethically and honestly; applies ethical standards of behavior to daily work activities and interactions. Builds confidence in the City through own actions.

Conforms with all safety rules and performs work is a safe manner.

Delivers excellent customer service to diverse audiences. Maintains positive customer service demeanor and delivers service in a respectful and patient manner.

Maintains effective work relationships.

Arrives to work, meetings, and other work-related functions on time and maintains regular job attendance.

Complies will all Administrative Policies. Performs work in accordance with Council Policies and Municipal Code sections applicable to position.

Senior GIS Analyst
Designs, creates, and maintains the citywide GIS databases, data sets, and mapping system. Performs technical leadership, advice and support for all mapping and GIS functions. Applies GIS technology to produce and perform advanced data entry and manipulation, produces documentation, performs spatial analysis and produces reports.

Researches, evaluates, recommends, acquires, installs, and maintains GIS solutions and software. Tests, de-bugs, and maintains GIS applications.

Leads the analysis of short and long-range GIS planning. Administers contracts for GIS work and related services.

Leads work groups and departments with the selection of appropriate GIS solutions. Coordinates and directs implementation as appropriate. Provides input and recommendations regarding hardware.

Oversees large-scale GIS projects. Monitors project status, identifies and addresses potential barriers to meeting targets, assesses outcomes and recommends process improvements.

Provides training, development, implementation and ongoing operational support for GIS and GIS users.

Develops and automates processes to update, maintain and analyze databases and ensures spatial integrity.

Applies software such as CAD, database, spreadsheet, word processing, communications, graphics and web publishing software to the production and delivery of GIS related products.

Provides technical assistance to users. Performs departmental-focused project management. Meets with GIS users to define project requirements and set priority.

Participates on interdepartmental and inter-agency teams and committees for GIS projects. Contributes to work group GIS software design projects.

Operates printers, copiers and large-format plotters, and loads large rolls of paper into plotters.

Acts ethically and honestly; applies ethical standards of behavior to daily work activities and interactions. Builds confidence in the City through own actions.

Conforms with all safety rules and performs work is a safe manner.

Delivers excellent customer service to diverse audiences. Maintains positive customer service demeanor and delivers service in a respectful and patient manner.

Maintains effective work relationships.

Arrives to work, meetings, and other work-related functions on time and maintains regular job attendance.

Complies with all Administrative Policies. Performs work in accordance with Council Policies and Municipal Code sections applicable to position.

Qualifications and Skills

Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent. Six years (nine years for Senior Analyst) professional experience in designing, supporting and implementing GIS applications.

A post-secondary degree in GIS or closely related field may substitute for up to 4 years of experience.

Municipal experience is desired.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - GIS Analyst
Good oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate technical information to a non-technical audience, ability to research, interpret and summarize data.

Ability to integrate, compare and correlated geographic information and related data into spatial data systems.

Ability to program in GIS, relational and spatial database, and web languages is desired.

Knowledge of GIS software, Computer Aided Drafting software, related third party GIS software applications, database management systems software and windows based operating systems.

Advanced skills in use of GIS related software in a production environment.

Knowledge of principles, concepts and tools of data management, data gathering, research and analytical abilities. Knowledge and skill in administering relational databases.

Ability to research, interpret and summarize data. Analyze complex mapping and GIS development and production strategies using current knowledge of computer applications and technology.

Ability to analyze complex mapping and GIS development and production strategies using current knowledge of computer applications and technology.

Ability to research industry trends and recommend new methods, equipment, or programs to better accomplish tasks.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Senior GIS Analyst
Strong leadership, interpersonal, organizational, and oral/written communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate technical information to a non-technical audience. Maintains effective working relationships.

Ability to integrate, compare, and correlate geographic information and related data into spatial data systems.

Ability to program in GIS, relational and spatial database, and web languages is desired.

Advanced knowledge of GIS software, Computer Aided Drafting software, related third party GIS software applications, database management systems software and windows based operating systems.

Advanced skills in use of GIS related software in a production environment.

Knowledge of principles, concepts, and tools of data management, data gathering, and research and analytical abilities. Knowledge and skill in administering relational databases.

Ability to research, interpret and summarize data. Analyze complex mapping and GIS development and production strategies using current knowledge of computer applications and technology.

Ability to apply evolving, advanced knowledge of complex computer systems, GIS and other system applications, systems operation and maintenance, aerial mapping programs and techniques, and system acquisitions.

Knowledge of principles, concepts, and tools of data management, data gathering, research, and analytical abilities.

Strong project management, analytical, planning, and organizational skills. Excellent time management skills; ability to manage multiple projects and to meet multiple deadlines.

Research industry trends and recommend new methods, equipment, or programs to better accomplish tasks.

Special Requirements
Travel among City worksites.

Demonstrable commitment to sustainability.

Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing equity, diversity and inclusion.

The individual shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of the individual or others in the workplace.

Ability to pass a pre-employment background and/or criminal history check.

How to Apply

Qualified applicants must submit an online application located on the (click on "Apply" above). Position is open until filled with first review of applications on March 6, 2024. Applicants are encouraged to include a cover letter and resume with the online application; however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed online application. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted/considered.