GIS Analyst

Description

The purpose of this classification is to perform technical work functions associated with preparation, update and maintenance of computerized property maps and records in the city’s geographical information system (GIS). This position is responsible for administering the City’s ARCGIS Enterprise license; ensuring the City is compliant with all local, state, and federal laws regarding the documentation of corporate limits and associated jurisdiction, and; producing standardized and custom maps, and performing analyses and producing work products for various city departments using GIS data.

Essential Functions

• Develops and maintains geographical information system (GIS) database containing the city’s natural and political boundaries and the objects within; codes, digitizes and enters map feature information; matches addresses of location-based data to geographic database.
• Communicates with supervisor, co-workers, users, other departments and other individuals as needed to identify GIS needs, discuss work in progress, exchange information, resolve problems, and provide operational support.
• Researches and/or interprets geographic data; researches data conversions, property records, recorded plats, tax records, ortho-photos, topographical data, engineering plats, diagrams and maps; conducts other research as needed.
• Prepares cartographic products for virtual presentation or display, as needed.
• Works with staff and customers to answer GIS related questions from the public, municipal government, and private sector data consumers.
• Gathers geographic data and other map information through GPS data, forms, reports, correspondence, legal documents, diagrams, tabular data, photos, maps, photo images, drawings, plats, manuals, digital files, etc.
• Produces spatial analysis and accurate GIS mapping products using computer aided design (CAD, drafting), GIS, and cartographic skills; prepares a variety of maps to identify various features such as city zoning, land use, wetlands, streets, boundaries, aerial photos, topography, subdivisions, annexations, hydrant location, sex offender registration, crime scene area, voting districts, public works, park locations, overlays, disaster response and shelter locations and other specialized analyses as needed; updates maps to reflect changes.
• Creates and maintains attribute files of map features including parcel identifications, street and subdivisions, business locations, schools and daycare centers, boundaries, public safety jurisdictions, etc.; completes Metadata files as needed for new ESRI shapefiles.
• Completes annual Boundary and Annexation Survey (BAS) for the US Census Bureau; completes annual report using same annexation data for Baldwin EMC for tax revenue reimbursement.
• Coordinates with local entities including Baldwin County, the Board of Education, local utility providers, etc. provides and/or receives updated information regarding GIS-related changes to various and others as needed or requested.
• Enters, retrieves, reviews or modifies data in computer database; verifies accuracy of entered data; makes corrections as appropriate; utilizes computer-aided design (CAD), mapping, imaging, data transfer, database, or other software programs.
• Operates a variety of equipment and tools associated with mapping and department operations, which may include a computer, digitizer, digital recording devices, plotter, scanner, and scale.
• Coordinates with administrative staff and IT regarding maintenance of computer systems where needed, such as installing software programs and/or upgrades, configuring software, installing/replacing hardware, and backing up data. May also replace paper, toner and ink; coordinates other service/repair activities as needed.
• Provides input and recommendations concerning future purchases of computer hardware, software programs, and mapping equipment.
• Processes a variety of documentation associated with departmental operations, per established procedures and within designated timeframes; distributes documentation or retains records as appropriate; prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, maps, or other documents summarizing various GIS edits/analyses/findings; prepares departmental files; maintains file system of departmental records.
• Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, legal documents, diagrams, maps, photographs, drawings, plats, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
• Maintains inventory of job-related departmental tools, supplies and equipment; initiates requests for new or replacement materials.
• Answers the telephone; provides information, guidance and assistance; takes and relays messages or directs calls to appropriate personnel; returns calls as necessary.
• Communicates with manager, employees, other departments, officials, vendors, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
• Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge and awareness of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of simple arithmetic functions.
• Skill in ESRI software suite and Adobe Suite.
• Skill in operating, maneuvering and/or controlling the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.
• Ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data. Includes exercising discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships.
• Ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, advisory and/or design data and information.
• Ability to calculate decimals and percentages; may include ability to perform mathematical operations involving basic algebraic principles and formulas, and basic geometric principles and calculations.
• Ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.
• Ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving the evaluation of information against sensory, judgmental, or subjective criteria, as opposed to that which is clearly measurable or verifiable.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagrammatic form.
• Ability to communicate in writing and verbally.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Planning, Civil Engineering, Computer Sciences, or related field; three (3) years previous experience and training that includes civil engineering, cartography, mapping, or CAD computer operations; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Licenses or Certifications: Valid State of Alabama driver’s license.

Additional Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is light work which requires exerting up to 25 pounds of force. Work requires require the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in office environment. Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.