GIS ANALYST

JOB POSITION: GIS Analyst (Planning and Asset Management)

Division:
Engineering

Status:
Non-Exempt

Grade: 108

Job Code: 274

Reports To:

GIS Manager

Date: 11-25-25

Revised Date: 11-25-25

Last Reviewed Date: 11-25-25

Support the Authority's planning and asset management functions by providing advanced spatial and data analytical support for Geographic Information System (GIS), Mapping, and Asset Management programs. Bachelor's degree in GIS or related program from a recognized technical training institution. Eight (8) or more years related experience preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong knowledge of cartographic principles and their application in the digital realm/map coordinate systems/projections and their usage in GIS.

Key responsibilities involve performing spatial analysis, taking on lead roles for GIS development and advancement, development and maintenance of automated processes and advanced map development and production. This high level GIS position that will take on more of lead role in tasks and applications. Proficient in use of computers and various software programs which may include Arc Pro, Python, Arcade, AutoCAD, Microsoft Suite of products is required.

• Investigates plans/documentation of existing utilities and conditions in specified areas to support mapping updates and project design efforts.
• Processes field survey data for use in CAD and GIS.
• Updates company asset management databases and GIS for design project areas.
• Performs basic field surveying as needed.
• Assists with data collection, monitoring, and documentation of field activities, as needed.
• Prepares base sheets, plats, site plans, plan/profiles, details, schematics, and other project-related documents under the close direction of an Engineer as needed.
• Imports and manipulates survey data using computer software.
• Performs basic updates of GIS mapping and databases.
• Examines work for exactness, neatness, and conformance to specifications.
• Scans documents to be incorporated into document management system.
• Composes and produces presentation quality maps, graphics, schematics, plots and basic technical reports.
• Supports workorder system analysis and quality control.
• Supports Asset Management team with data analysis.
• Supports quality control pertaining to GIS data.
• Perform spatial projections and data conversion (i.e., geodatabase, shape files, coverages, DWG, etc.).
• Create and maintain metadata.
• Coordinates, processes data, and prepares summary reports for hydraulic analysis and hydrant flow tests.
• Assists in creation of base maps and asset inventories for design projects from the asset system of record.
• Develops standard operating procedures for documenting common workflows.
• Develops automated workflow.
• Takes on responsibility for external datasets updates on regular intervals.
• Assists in training others in the use of GPS equipment and asset management software platforms.
• Assists and trains system users with hardware, software and conversion of documents.
• Takes lead in improving and updating existing internal GIS standards, templates, and workflows.
• Effectively troubleshoots GIS system when manager is unavailable.
• Proficient in developing automated GIS workflow using programming commands.
• Proficient in ESRI Enterprise/Engineering analysis responsibilities.
• Develops new GIS applications and proficient in upgrading currently used GIS application.
• Develops automation of data updates/processing through the use of scripts or stored procedures.
• Shows proficiency in work order integration with GIS system.
• Develops analysis processes to aid in Asset Management investigations.
• Initiates discussions on GIS development/advancement.
• Supports the upgrading of GIS systems.

General oversight as needed.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work safely and obey all safety rules.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with coworkers, other Water Authority departments and the general public.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety…