GIS Analyst

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Deputy Chief of Strategic Planning, the GIS Analyst supports the administration and operation of Puget Sound Fire’s enterprise geographic information system (GIS) program. The analyst assists in translating operational and business requirements into accurate, timely, and well‑documented GIS data products and applications. The analyst contributes to the maintenance of GIS datasets, workflows, and applications and ensures that GIS services support emergency response, planning, and business decision making.

Entry/journey‑level GIS Analyst performing professional GIS work under established standards and technical guidance. Work assignments are limited in scope and complexity and are carried out within existing enterprise GIS frameworks, policies, and governance practices. The analyst supports and implements GIS solutions but does not design or administer the overall GIS program. The role requires managing assigned priorities in a fast‑paced public safety environment while developing professional GIS and analytical skills.

• Support the administration of the organization’s GIS environment, including software tools, user access, and established workflows.
• Perform assigned GIS tasks and projects based on priorities set by senior GIS staff and leadership.
• Maintain GIS datasets through regular updates, validation, metadata entry, and quality control procedures.
• Assist with data integration and data preparation tasks between GIS and internal and external data systems.
• Develop and update standardized map products, templates, and web applications under established guidelines.
• Perform spatial analysis to support emergency response planning, routing, coverage analysis, and resource deployment.
• Build and maintain ArcGIS Online services and applications using Experience Builder, Field Maps, Survey
  123, Story Maps, and related Esri tools under supervision.
• Ensure GIS products are current, accurate, and usable for operational and business purposes.
• Participate in cross‑divisional GIS projects with defined scope, timelines, and expected outcomes.
• Produce clear and understandable map and data products for technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Create and maintain documentation for GIS data sources, workflows, and applications as directed.
• Follow established GIS policies, procedures, and data governance practices.
• Use scripting and database tools such as Python and SQL to assist with automating routine GIS and data management tasks.
• Coordinate with internal departments and partner agencies on GIS data and mapping needs as assigned.
• Provide user support and guidance regarding GIS tools and map products.
• Operate effectively in a team‑based environment that requires adaptability and responsiveness to changing operational demands.
• Participate in training and professional development to expand GIS knowledge and technical capability.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• GIS concepts, spatial databases, and data lifecycle principles.
• Esri ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and related platform services.
• Basic spatial analysis techniques, including routing and network analysis.
• Data standards, metadata practices, and quality assurance methods.
• Principles of cartography and map design.
• Applicable public sector regulations and data standards.

Skills:

• Translating defined operational and business needs into GIS products and solutions.
• Developing and maintaining GIS and data workflows using scripting and database tools.
• Managing assigned tasks and meeting project timelines.
• Communicating technical concepts clearly to non‑technical users.
• Creating professional quality maps, dashboards, and applications.
• Writing technical and user documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 suite or similar productivity tools.

Abilities:

• Work effectively as part of a team under technical guidance.
• Perform GIS tasks accurately and consistently in a dynamic operational environment.
• Manage assigned priorities and adapt to changing workloads.
• Analyze routine problems and recommend practical solutions.
• Maintain accurate and reliable GIS datasets.
• Build…