Geographic Information Systems Analyst I/II

The County of Yolo is recruiting for one regular, full-time position in the class of Geographic Information Systems Analyst in the GIS Division at the Innovation and Technology Services Department (ITSD). The department is seeking an experienced GIS Analyst to support all county departments in a broad range of areas including creating spatial data, performing analysis, creating web applications, configuring mobile applications, and automating repetitive tasks. The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following characteristics and skills:

• Positive attitude and strong teamwork
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with management and elected officials
• Flexibility with changing priorities
• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• Ability to interpret functional requirements into technical solutions

The salary range for the Geographic Information Systems Analyst I/II classification levels are as follows:
This recruitment is open on a continuous basis until the position is filled. Interested applicants are required to submit an online County of Yolo Employment Application, a detailed resume, and a completed Supplemental Questionnaire immediately for first consideration.

For important and detailed information regarding the application and selection process for this recruitment, please see the APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS section of this job announcement below.

Geographic Information Systems Analyst I
Education: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in geographic information systems, cartography, computer science, geography, planning, civil engineering, or closely related field; AND

Experience: One (1) year of full-time experience equivalent to that of a Geographic Information Systems Specialist II in Yolo County service performing GIS programming and/or database development support work in an automated mapping environment.

Geographic Information Systems Analyst II
Education: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in geographic information systems, cartography, computer science, geography, planning, civil engineering, or closely related field; AND

Experience: Two (2) years of professional level full-time experience equivalent to that of a Geographic Information Systems Analyst I in Yolo County service performing GIS systems analysis, design and maintenance, spatial database analysis and design, or applications development and programming in an automated mapping environment.

Geographic Information Systems Analyst I and II
Substitution: Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis. One year of education consists of 30 semester units or 45 quarter units.

License: This classification requires incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver's license, Class C or higher, to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Knowledge of:

• Modern automated and mapping tools and programs and related programming language
• Principles and practices of geographic information systems, cartography, and engineering drafting, including map projections and scales
• Relational database management systems and principles
• Data maintenance and conversion techniques
• Complex GIS analysis techniques
• Principles and techniques of software and systems quality assurance and control
• Principles and practices of technical problem solving
• Team dynamics
• Principles, practices and techniques of providing customer service
• Principles and practices of project management and workflow analysis
• Principles and practices of producing effective project and technical documentation
• Practices of effective communication of technical issues to user and client community
• Pertinent local, County, State and Federal statutes, laws, ordinances and rules as they apply mapping requirements

Ability to:

• Maintain GIS standards
• Perform complex analytical tabular and spatial queries
• Integrate complex disparate spatial and tabular databases
• Design and develop processing of tasks and perform spatial analysis
• Integrate information technology systems
• Plan, organize, and prioritize work
• Effectively communicate both orally and in writing
• Work effectively with clients, users and County staff
• Recognize problems and develop recommendations and solutions
• Outline and systematically solve complex requests
• Work independently and in a team environment
• Read, interpret and apply complex technical publications and documentation

Application Process

It is highly recommended that you print this job bulletin for future reference.

Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the final filing date. Application information must be current, concise, and related to the requirements in this job announcement. In addition to a completed application, applicants are required to submit a detailed resume and a completed supplemental questionnaire. Incomplete applications will be disqualified.

Additional documents may be submitted to the Yolo County Human Resources Department in any one or more of the following ways:

• As an attachment to the online application
• By e-mail to jobs@yolocounty.org
• By fax to (530) 666-8049
• By hand-delivery to 625 Court Street, Room 101, Woodland, CA 95695. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

All required documents must be received by Human Resources. Human Resources is not responsible for the untimely delivery of materials sent via U.S./specialized mail, or County interoffice mail.

Selection Procedure
The following is a tentative schedule of events that will occur as part of the selection process. The selection process steps, and all listed dates, may change with or without notice.

• Screen for Minimum Qualifications
• Screen for Best Qualified
• Department Selection Interviews
• Reference Checks
• Conditional Job Offer, pending:
  • Pre-Employment Exams
    • Drug & Alcohol Screen
    • Department of Justice LiveScan
  • Proof of COVID Vaccination or Exemption

Screening for Best Qualified
The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant's education, training, and experience will be evaluated to determine those applicants that are best qualified.

Contact Information
For questions about the position or about employment with the County, please contact Human Resources by e-mail at jobs@yolocounty.org or by phone at (530) 666-8055.

Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the County of Yolo to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws or ordinance. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Reasonable testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities or who are unable to attend a scheduled test due to religious reasons in accordance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please call the County of Yolo Human Resources Office at (530) 666-8055 at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled test date to request accommodation. Documentation from a medical doctor, rehabilitation counselor, or other qualified professional will be required.

The average person spends one third of their life at work. Why not spend that time in an environment where you are seen for who you are, celebrated for the diversity you bring, and valued for your potential to contribute to an innovative and dynamic workforce? Yolo County is committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and equitable workplace which supports and values our diverse community.

Come join us! This is where YOU belong.

BENEFITS
The County of Yolo offers a generous benefits package including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• CalPERS Retirement
• Deferred Compensation Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation, Sick, and Administrative Leave
• Holidays & Floating Holidays
• Disability Plans
• Social Security & Medicare

Benefits for County positions are specific to the bargaining unit of the position. The Salary Resolution identifies the bargaining unit for each County classification.

Once you've identified the bargaining unit, you can look up the benefits for a particular position by going to our Benefits Summaries by Bargaining Unit page on our website