GIS Analyst

Hiring Range:$65,462 - $72,007 annually, depending on experience and qualifications

Work Schedule: Generally, Monday-Friday; and, after-hours meetings, problem resolution & on-call as necessary

As a member of the town’s Information Technology (IT) Department, the GIS Analyst I will provide exceptional, service-focused, and reliable customer service and communication in handling service requests, incidents, changes, and releases related to the town’s Geographic Information Systems. The GIS Analyst I works under the general supervision of the GIS Supervisor and in collaboration with the IT Department Team Members.

The GIS Analyst I is required to perform work in a manner consistent with and exemplary of the town’s PRIDE philosophy and the town’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy.

The GIS Analyst I works under the direct supervision of the GIS Supervisor to carry out assigned duties, functions, roles, and projects in both routine and complex circumstances.

The GIS Analyst I is assigned specific assignments, job duties, scope, authority, responsibility, roles, and requirements as determined by the town, department, and pursuant to laws, regulations, and practices. Individuals in this position must be able to successfully perform, be responsible for, and/or assist in the fulfillment of many job functions and duties, with or without reasonable accommodation.

The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive:

• DATA: Determines appropriate data for specific uses; mines and prepares data for analysis; creates and edits data and tables in Enterprise geodatabase environment and other geospatial data formats; performs quality assurance and quality control; performs queries and filters; performs automated, batched data manipulations based on identified patterns
• ANALYSIS: Performs basic geoprocessing and spatial analysis; produces descriptive summaries of results; researches analytical methods
• MAPS: Creates and maintains static maps and dynamic, interactive web maps; designs cartographic products that are visually appealing, informative, and easy to use and interpret
• REPORTS: Creates and maintains static and dynamic visualizations such as graphs, charts, and dashboards; produces reports; develops and delivers internal presentations
• DOCUMENTATION: Develops comprehensive methodology documentation; develops and adheres to data management and map design standards; follows processes and workflows
• INFRASTRUCTURE: Troubleshoots technical issues with hardware and software; manages GIS-specific software on personal workstations; proposes exploration of new solutions and assists with evaluation testing and implementation as directed; provides technical support to GIS users and customers
• PROJECT MANAGEMENT: Creates and manages basic project documents, including requirements lists and communication records; gathers requirements through conversations with the customer; performs alternatives analysis when determining solutions; manages personal workload; provides customer service to internal and external users as needed
• USER SUPPORT: Provide diagnosis and resolution of end-user problems, recommends and implements corrective solutions; provides system usage training

Depending on organizational need, additional duties may include the following:

• The GIS Analyst I position participates in the Shared Fleet Vehicle Program, which requires an annual motor vehicle record check.
• Perform research as directed, such as discovering new technology or tools, market research, etc.
• Perform related duties as established by law/ordinance or reasonably directed by the town.
• Assist other…