What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr GIS Analyst position at City of Glendale (AZ)?
| The Role: | |
The City of Glendale GIS Analyst, Sr. assumes leadership in the design, development, maintenance and updating of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) web applications to include City of Glendale maps and GIS databases associated with those maps. The position will also work with legacy databases to develop appropriate work product using GIS tools. This position works with City Leadership, staff from various departments and City organizations to determine respective GIS needs. Has full technical knowledge of all phases of GIS systems including data collection, analysis, web app configuration and delivery. Also has duties instructing, directing and checking the work of other GIS Analysts, Specialists, and Technicians. The ideal candidate for the role will have a Bachelor's Degree in GIS, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Geography, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, or closely related field and five years of experience with Esri software suite. |
| Salary and Hiring Bonus: |
| This position is a Grade 413 with an annual salary between $88,800 - $133,200 |
| Benefits: | ||
| The City of Glendale offers a generous benefits package with competitive rates that become effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. You can review the FY25 Benefits Guide or visit the City of Glendale’s Benefits page for more information. |
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Regular status position’s offer:
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- Leads efforts to research, analyze and evaluate requests for new or improved GIS products including maps and web applications with emphasis on business need and benefit.
- Derives accurate GIS map and application needs analysis through stakeholder interviews.
- Designs, develops and implements web-based software GIS (ArcGIS Portal and ArcGIS Online) applications utilizing established City standards and practices. This includes the full web development life-cycle including:
- Gathering requirements.
- Identifying data sources (field data collection, business system data, existing data warehouse data, etc.) and loading these data to SDE.
- Creating maps and publishing them to Portal or ArcGIS Online.
- Configuring apps using Dashboards, Experience Builder, “Instant Apps”, etc.
- Documenting apps and training users.
- Interfaces with users, consultants, technical teams and vendors for maximum guidance in determining the most appropriate approach in providing GIS functionality.
- Ensures their code (e.g., Python scripts) changes are committed and managed using the City's documented code repository. Prepares and maintains documentation that is current and accurately reflects the GIS application architecture, components and software revision levels as appropriate.
- Implements and monitors appropriate application security procedures to safeguard the city infrastructure from physical harm, viruses, unauthorized users and potential data loss.
- Develops and monitors appropriate performance metrics to identify and correct application performance deficiencies.
- Develops documentation, checklists and processes for communicating appropriate support information to the city support personnel. Provides training as appropriate.
- Provides technical assistance, support and training to City staff; solves user problems with existing approved software application systems.
- Prioritizes tasks, meet project schedule requirements.
- Provides on-call support during non-business hours.
- Maintains a high level of current knowledge regarding systems, technology, and communications.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.
Knowledge of:
- Esri ArcGIS Pro 3.x and ArcGIS Enterprise 11.x, including Enterprise Geodatabase editing and maintenance
- ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online Web Applications including Dashboards, Experience Builder, Survey123
- ArcGIS Mobile Applications including QuickCapture, Field Maps and Survey123
- Database structures and integration
- ArcGIS Pro data management, map creation and geoprocessing tool automation
- Database operation, ability to create SQL statements
- GUI and web user interface design
- Statistical analysis data presentation
- Experience with Vertigis Studio is a plus
- Experience with attribute rules is a plus
- Experience with GIS Web Services is a plus
- Experience with ETL is a plus
- Troubleshooting computer software problems
- Creating design documents and user guides that accurately reflect business needs
Ability to:
- Lead projects, prioritize tasks, meets project schedule requirements
- Act in a mentor capacity for junior staff
- Work effectively with users, technical personnel and consultants to achieve stated objectives
- Develop and instruct training programs in automated systems, microcomputers, software applications and usage
- Conduct research, prepare reports and recommendations
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- Continually learn and demonstrate new skills via hands on training, classroom training and self-study
Special Requirements
- Ability to work weekends and holidays as required.
Success Factor Classification Level - Professional/Supervisory
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This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.Office setting
Salary : $88,800 - $133,200