GIS Analyst

GIS Analyst

ABOUT THIS POSITION:

EXPECTED HIRING RANGE: 68,358.00 - 83,739.00

WORK LOCATION: 73 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502

SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00 pm. In office

POSTING CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled. Posting may close at any time without notice.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

Performs responsible technical work in the daily administration and operation of the Town’s Geographic Information System (GIS) services.

An employee in this class is responsible for the daily management of Geographic Information System (GIS) components, which includes the collection, verification, analysis, querying, storage, archiving, distribution and maintenance of information related to physical phenomena. Work includes the collection and verification of data; maintaining accurate and current metadata; creating layers, layouts and analyses in response to requests; creating interactive web maps and data; maintaining GIS software; advising Town department users, and working with outside consultants, Town staff, County staff, and neighboring municipal GIS staff to coordinate usages.

This employee works under the supervision of the GIS Administrator and develops GIS-based solutions to respond to various department and Town needs and requests.

A SAMPLE OF THE ESSENTIALS:

• Manages (i.e. collects, obtains, analyzes, queries) and provides quality assurance of geospatial data.
• Maintains, archives, and distributes geospatial data while assuring its effectiveness by keeping the
  associated metadata current and accurate.
• Designs and outputs maps and graphics as visual representations of geospatial data and analysis;
  creates maps and presents data as requested.
• Reviews requests for special maps and data layers, estimates time of completion, and produces
  analysis, queries maps for use by town departments, outside agencies and the public.
• Trains new users on GIS software and assists users in finding spatial information.
• Creates and maintains a wide variety of databases and maps for assistance in data analysis, decision
  making, documentation, and presentation.
• Provide solutions using GIS, other technical knowledge and professional standards to find
  one or more possible solutions that meet user’s needs.
• Participates in an internal, town-wide major user group to advance standardization,
  centralization (where appropriate) and shared usage within the Town’s overall GIS
  implementation.
• Creates and updates interactive web maps and data on the Town’s online mapping site.
• Compiles and integrates geospatial data from outside sources; analyzes errors in digital file
  exchange and corrects errors.
• If assigned, supervises daily tasks of GIS Technician(s) and/or Specialist.
• Performs other duties as required.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a four-year degree in GIS, geography, planning, or related field and considerable experience with GIS software and in data analysis; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirement:
GIS-P certification, MGIST, or ability to attain such certification in timeframes specified by the Town.

WITH...

• Thorough knowledge of geographic and GIS principles.
• Thorough knowledge of the operation of GIS software, hardware, and related peripherals.
• Thorough knowledge of cartography and visual communication, including but not limited to design,
  aesthetics, and presentation.
• Thorough knowledge of web-based GIS and presentation including public web application
  development.
• General knowledge of the Town’s zoning, land use, and other related ordinances.
• General knowledge of municipal assets and systems such as utilities, transportation and public
  works.
• Highly skilled in the use of GIS software, particularly ESRI based applications.
• Skilled in the use of Cityworks, AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Ability to perform complex analysis of GIS and related data to solve problems, analyze data for
  trends or relevant findings, prepare written and graphical representations for management, the
  Council and/or the Public.
• Ability to interpret local ordinances as well as North Carolina General Statutes.
• Ability to read blueprints, tax maps, recorded plats, construction drawings, and other development-related
  drawings.
• Ability to understand and carry out complex written and oral instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate effectively with
  surveyors, contractors, developers, staff from other municipalities, Town departments, and the
  general public.
• Ability to determine alternative means to display a variety of information and to utilize databases
  and GIS technology to effectively present information for use by others.
• Ability to solve technical issues with various software and hardware.
• Performs related duties as required.

WHO WE ARE:

Known as "The Peak of Good Living", the Town of Apex is a rapidly growing Wake County municipality with a current population of 70,000 and was ranked in 2015 as Money Magazine's Best Place to Live in America. Our current workforce is comprised of over 540 full-time employees and over 125 part-time/seasonal staff. Our Human Resources Department - with the support and confidence of Town leadership - is committed to providing best-in-class HR programs for our employees, with a mission to create a culture of empowerment and accountability that maximizes individual and organizational potential. We offer a generous benefits package, and have a highly competitive compensation program. More than that, the Town is an awesome place to work, as evidenced by the 96% job satisfaction rating received in the last employee opinion survey conducted with our employees.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Not only is the Town "The Peak of Good Living", but it's also a great place to work! We strive to "reach the peak" of being an employer of choice by providing competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including:

• Paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees

• 5% contributions to the NC401(k) retirement plans (no matching required)

• Participation in the Local Government Employees' Retirement System (LGERS), 6% contribution by employee

• Traditional sick and vacation leave

• 80 hours Peak Paid Time Off per year (after completion of probation)

• $1,200 Peak Lifestyle Benefit to pay for health and wellness activities (after completion of probation)

• Paid parental, caregiver, community involvement, and bereavement leave

• 13 paid holidays

• Longevity pay

• Tuition assistance

• Expansive wellness program, and more!

KEEP IN MIND:

Providing a safe work environment for our employees is a top priority, therefore all new hires must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test, post-offer functional testing (if required by position), background verifications including references, criminal record and driver's license checks prior to employment.

The Town of Apex provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation or marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.