GIS Systems Analyst (DOQ) - Business Systems Support

Work Location: 9000 Town Center Parkway, Lakewood Ranch, Florida 34202

Performs entry-level to semi-advanced analytical and technical work supporting the County's computer programming needs in support of the enterprise GIS system. Work involves entry-level to advanced typical recurring and ad-hoc GIS tasks to include (but not limited to): spatial analysis, data cultivation/preparation, presentation design, map publishing using basic cartographic principles, records keeping, web data configuration and the basic use of programming/scripting to design, develop, implement, and document online and automated computer applications. Designs, develops, implements, and documents online computer applications and assists with maintaining existing systems. Uses a variety of programming resources including ArcObjects, ArcGIS ModelBuilder, HTML, JavaScript, VB .Net, SQL, Arcade, and Python.

Note: Position level and salary will be dependent on qualifications (DOQ).

Working Conditions
Typical indoor office environment. Occasional outdoor field work required, possibly in adverse weather conditions. Sitting for long periods of time, working on computer. High noise environment while performing certain responsibilities. Lifting objects up to 25 lbs. alone; up to 50 lbs. with assistance.

Essential Functions:
These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Employees assigned to Public Works may be responsible for providing GIS support, analysis, and data management for a variety of infrastructure, transportation, and operations programs. Work involves creating, maintaining, and analyzing spatial datasets to support decision-making, regulatory compliance, emergency response, and public service delivery.

Assignments may include:

• Traffic Operations & Engineering – Development and maintenance of GIS layers for traffic signals, signs, pavement markings, and crash analysis. Provide mapping and data support for corridor studies, safety projects, and traffic flow improvements.
• Pavement Management – Support pavement condition rating programs, resurfacing prioritization, and capital project planning through GIS-based models and reporting.
• Stormwater – Maintain stormwater infrastructure inventories, support watershed and floodplain analysis, and assist with regulatory reporting and FEMA/DEP compliance through GIS mapping and analysis.
• Transit – Provide GIS support for route planning, ridership analysis, stop/station inventory, and integration with asset management systems.
• Right-of-Way (ROW) Infrastructure – Maintain authoritative GIS datasets for roadway and right-of-way assets, including sidewalks, signals, signage, lighting, and related infrastructure. Provide mapping and analysis to support asset management, capital planning, permitting coordination, and operational efficiency.
• Emergency Operations – Provide GIS support for storm event preparation, response, and recovery, including damage assessment mapping, situational awareness dashboards, and resource deployment.
• Web GIS & Data Publishing – Publish and manage authoritative datasets, services, and layers through the County’s Enterprise and ArcGIS Online environments. Create and maintain both public-facing applications (dashboards, story maps, and citizen engagement tools) and internal operational tools (analytical dashboards, editing solutions, and asset management integrations) to support transparency, efficiency, and informed decision-making.

Employees in this assignment are expected to work closely with engineers, planners, and field staff to ensure data accuracy, provide timely analysis, and deliver GIS products that improve operational efficiency, transparency, and public safety.

Work under the direction of division staff and department GIS coordinator to develop new systems, workflows, and enhancements to existing systems workflows. 

Coordinate with users to discuss problems and system/process modifications; research, troubleshoot, and correct system/process problems. 

Develop applications using GIS to assist transportation professionals in decision making.

Perform Geographic Information Systems (GIS) based spatial analysis.

Create routine and specialized maps.

Perform GIS duties related to digitizing, geocoding, feature class creation and GIS programming/scripting.

Data processing for relational databases utilizing SQL.

Provide for optimum utilization of applications and analyses alternate options.

Prepare geoprocessing scripts (Python, JavaScript, SQL) to automate internal processes.

Develop visualizations, create, and edit geodatabases, and assist with GIS tasks for other Public Works Department needs.

Make final recommendations for new software and assists with implementation of new software packages, technologies, or programming.

Performs other related duties as assigned, including participation in emergency or disaster response activities, as required and consistent with the employee’s qualifications, essential job functions, and applicable federal and Florida law. 

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

GIS Analyst I 

Associate degree from an accredited college, supplemented with major course work in computer science, geography or environmental science or related field.

Minimum of one (1) year of work experience in the areas of information technology systems analysis and programming.

GIS Analyst II

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college supplemented with major course work in computer science, geography or environmental science or related field.

Two (2) or more years of work experience in GIS or information technology systems analysis and programming.

GIS Analyst III

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college, supplemented with major course work in computer science, geography or environmental science or related field. 

Minimum of four (4) years’ work experience in the areas of information technology systems analysis and programming, with at least three (3) years working with GIS and spatially database workflows.

Experience in directing team projects to successful completion and providing stable documented GIS products.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Basic to advanced knowledge of geographic concepts, techniques, coordinate systems, spatial analysis, relational databases, and SQL.

Basic to advanced knowledge of cartographic techniques and map production.

Basic to advanced knowledge of GIS software, ESRI software/solutions, web GIS, and programming (web-based and GIS).

Salary : $26 - $45