What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS Analyst III or IV position at LITTLE THOMPSON WATER DISTRICT?
GIS Analyst III minimum of 4 years, or GIS Analyst IV minimum of 6 years of progressive working experience in all phases of geodatabase administration, systems implementation and application development required.
The GIS Analyst occupies the only formal GIS position within the District with many other employees assisting in data collection and data usage. The position is focused on all District GIS and mapping activities and the successful candidate’s expertise is supplemented by an external consultant, as deemed necessary. This position requires full-time attendance at the District office in Berthoud Colorado and is not a remote or hybrid employment opportunity. Additionally, maintaining GIS system functionality is of critical importance, which may require occasional evening or weekend work to do so.
Performs a wide variety of advanced analysis, design, programming, testing, installation, integration, maintenance, operational support, quality assurance and control, database administration, troubleshooting, and training tasks related to the LTWD GIS system. A successful candidate must be self-starting with the ability to prioritize, manage, and accomplish multiple tasks with minimal direction. This individual must also have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to work closely with staff who have varying degrees of education and skill levels. The District’s system is built and maintained with data acquisition utilizing District field personnel. Tasks are based on system requirements and are accomplished with a set of established guidelines. Direct contact with application vendors is required to coordinate release upgrades, resolve system failures and to define specifications for new system features. This position coordinates and/or performs training of District staff. Works with and collaborates extensively with staff from all departments to ensure accuracy and completeness of data. Configures, administers, and maintains ArcGIS Online to provide mapping and data collection capabilities. Provides a variety of reports and maps as requested.
Learn and apply policies, rules, regulations and procedures to a variety of work-related situations with the following general list of items important to the position: advanced expertise in all aspects of geodatabase design and administration including data modeling, database security, performance optimization, database backup and recovery, coordinate systems, versioning and replication.
Bachelor's Degree in geographic information systems, geography, land surveying, civil engineering or closely related field is required. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may substitute for education requirement on a year-for-year basis. A valid Colorado driver's license and satisfactory driving record to drive District vehicles. The essential functions of this classification are performed in a controlled-temperature office and in the field.
- Interested, qualified candidates must submit a Little Thompson Water District job application. Please visit our website to obtain a copy of our job application and to see the full job description for GIS Analyst III and GIS Analyst IV. Position open until filled.