GIS Analyst III (hybrid) Please apply at company website

About us

We are professional, agile and professional.

Our work environment includes:

• Modern office setting
• Work-from-home days
• Wellness programs

Please apply here: https://dallascityhall.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/CODCareers/job/1500-MARILLA/Geographic-Information-System-Analyst-III--Data-Analytics---Business-Intelligence-_24-17027

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Overview
The Geographic Information System Analyst III provides advanced professional journey level analysis, programming, and testing to support the City’s Geographic Information System (GIS). Maintains user and operating software, performs network administration, acquires hardware, and performs various maintenance.

Essential Functions
1 Provides daily operational support to departmental GIS users; troubleshoots GIS application problems and provides leadership for other Analysts, technicians, customers, and department troubleshooting GIS and related queries.

2 Creates, designs, and implements various maps, GIS numbers, and property descriptions for planning, utilities, and other departments; acts and serves as systems manager for the distributed work-station design to ensure that the systems and networks remain accessible to all users.

3 Develops, creates, and web applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, ESRI's JavaScript API, Python, and Django; modifies and maintains existing GIS applications and software to improve system efficiency; writes and modifies programs and documentation, tests, debugs, and assists in teaching users how to use newly developed or refined software.

4 Provides programming, coding, testing, and analysis to support the continual development and refinement of the City’s geographic information systems; ensures quality of other GIS Technician projects and provides feedback for improvement;

5 Prepares technical and operational reports relative to geographical information models and problems; delivers updated zoning and property description information and checks GIS numbers related; amends dockets, maps, and other exhibits to deliver the most accurate analysis.

6 Provides guidance to technicians on projects; trains and assists GIS analyst and technicians on the effective use of databases, software, and other GIS equipment and tools.

7 Coordinates with other DWU divisions to develop GIS databases for their facilities; prepares reports for construction site inspections, industrial facility inspections, and outfall inspections; drafts performance measure reports; maintains sanding and sweeping routes for the public works department and regularly updates maps and requirements.

8 Assists in specification development, acquisition, installation and maintenance of software, hardware, and network materials to ensure smooth deployment of the GIS; provides daily, operational support to end user and systems in all areas of GIS deployment and use.

9 Analyzes current and future software and hardware needs to determine modifications, additions, and deletions to existing system; makes recommendations to improve system reliance and performance.

10 Creates advanced reports as required based on GIS databases, customer activities, applications submitted, DWU activities, and other GIS related work.

11 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge and Skills

1 Knowledge of graphics and mapping techniques and procedures.

2 Knowledge of GIS applications for mapping, notification, and zoning uses.

3 Knowledge of zoning and land use management including property descriptions.

4 Knowledge of analytics and methods of analysis.

5 Knowledge of systems analysis techniques and relational database systems.

6 Knowledge of computer programming and ability to use geographic information software.

7 Knowledge of various software for use in graphics and mapping projects.

8 Knowledge of City of Dallas zoning ordinances.

9 Knowledge of project management and project coordination.

10 Ability to lead and assist other Analysts and Technicians ensuring quality delivery of services and GIS data.

11 Ability to make field observations.

12 Ability to operate reproduction equipment.

13 Communicating effectively verbally and in writing

14 Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Experience
5 years performing GIS activities and computer programming.

Licenses and Certifications
None

Education
Associate's Degree in GIS, Computer Science, or a related field.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $57,655.00 - $72,069.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• GIS activities and computer programming: 5 years (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dallas, TX 75201