The City of Pelham is seeking a skilled and motivated GIS Analyst to join our team. As a GIS Analyst, you will administer a citywide Geographic Information System (GIS), which includes planning, directing, evaluating and implementing GIS activities, databases, and geospatial data. In addition, this position supports the IT Staff and the City of Pelham regarding technological objectives based on approved business processes and city policies by performing the following duties.
Representative List of Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The list is not intended to be all-inclusive nor exclusive but is intended to provide examples of typical duties performed.
- Implements, administers and operates GIS systems including related software and hardware, plans and organizes GIS system operations and ensures efficient provision of GIS services to all internal and external GIS users.
- Works with end users to identify needs and establish policies and procedures related to GIS system operation, designs, implements and maintains enterprise data models for GIS related data.
- Installs upgrades and administers GIS related software, works with vendors to identify and recommend GIS software system components, monitors licensing and use of software.
- Installs, configures and administers hardware components for GIS system including, but not limited to, servers, database engines, web servers, application servers, etc. and will coordinate such activities with appropriate technology staff.
- Develops implements and maintains enterprise data models which define the structure and format of GIS data, develops and enforces policies to maintain the integrity of said data, manages and enforces data security and integrity as required.
- Works with end users to define needs and requirements related to GIS technology and based upon needs may configure GIS software; develop GIS applications based on web or mobile technologies and otherwise work with end users to implement and support GIS related services.
- Creates GIS related data sets and may also collect, convert and otherwise use or implement data sets from outside sources; publishes open data sets per City established policies and procedures.
- Uses programming languages and/or scripting languages to create GIS applications and to integrate GIS with existing applications; creates codes and maintains web or mobile based GIS solutions.
- Oversees the building and maintaining of the city’s Geographic Information Systems (GIS); designs, creates, and administers geographic and relational databases containing spatial elements and other types of information, specifically: hydrography, typography, infrastructure, and political/legal boundaries; establishes, maintains, and updates links; converts geographical information into digital form for use with the GIS; evaluates and reviews outsourced projects including aerial photography and digital base mapping; prepares map data for departments.
- Works with appropriate technology and city staff to implement geospatial data and services consumed or utilized by the city’s ERP platform.
- Prepares systems documentation and operational procedures, such as design and security policies.
- Prepares and/or receives various forms, reports, correspondence, flow charts, or other documents; reviews, completes, processes, forwards, maintains and/or takes other action as appropriate.
- Provides education, training, information and assistance to users regarding GIS systems operations, procedures, problems, software functions, and other related issues.
- Responds to questions, problems, and requests for information and assistance from employees, officials or other persons.
- Communicates with supervisor, co-workers, users, other departments and other individuals as needed to identify GIS needs, review options and costs, discuss work in progress, exchange information, resolve problems, ad provide operational support.
- Acquires a thorough understanding of the functions, procedures, and workflow of City departments as they relate to GIS operations and related support.
- Maintains a working knowledge of a variety of operating systems and software programs to operate a computer in an efficient and effective manner.
- Maintains knowledge of automated mapping capabilities, information resource management methods and techniques, and geographic information processing systems.
- Performs 24-hour service as required; provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.
- Establishes and maintains effective work relationships with others.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Geography, Engineering, or related field is preferred; 7 years of experience with GIS design, implementation, management and/or project supervision; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Certification as a GIS Professional (GISP) will be accepted in lieu of possessing a bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field of study.
Certification/Licensure:
Must obtain and maintain certification as a GIS Professional (GISP) within two years of employment. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have advanced computer skills in both hardware and software. Hardware skills include but not limited to connecting machines to network, joining domain, and troubleshooting hardware or connectivity issues. Software skills include knowledge of ESRI GIS Software, Microsoft Operating Systems, Office Suites, Internet browsers, database management platforms, and the capability to learn various programs used throughout the City.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Experience working with ESRI ArcGIS Platform and specifically ArcGIS Pro.
- Experience migrating geospatial data to the ArcGIS Pro platform.
- Experience utilizing ArcGIS Network Analyst Extension.
- Experience creating Network Analysis Layers and setting Network Analysis Layer Properties within the ArcGIS Network Analyst platform.
- Experience utilizing ArcGIS to support the Motorola Spillman Flex public safety platform; specifically building geospatial data sets such as Geovalidation Geobase Mapping.
- Experience using ArcGIS to build out geospatial data required to support the Motorola Spillman Flex Quickest Route response functionality.
- Experience performing geospatial data analysis utilizing public safety data sets, utilizing thematic mapping to ask and answer questions.
- Experience using tools such as Safe Software SafeFME platform to manipulate geospatial data.
- Experience using the ESRI ArcGIS platform to support the geospatial data requirements for the Tyler Technologies Munis ERP platform.
- Experience with ESRI ArcGIS Dashboards and Story Maps.
Compensation:
Compensation for this position is $75,498.00 - $102,895.00 based on experience, education, and other training. The City of Pelham offers an excellent benefits package.
How to Apply:
- Apply online here.
- You may download an application and email your application/resume to HR@pelhamalabama.gov or mail it to City of Pelham, Human Resources, 3111 Cummings St., Pelham, AL 35124.
- The final date to apply is July 22, 2024, at 5:00 p.m.
The City of Pelham does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex (including pregnancy), color, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected status. We base our hiring decisions on a variety of factors, including skills and ability to perform the job, prior employment experience, employment references as to character and willingness to work, willingness to accept the offered salary and personal interviews. The City of Pelham is an equal opportunity employer.