GIS Analyst 1, 2, or 3 w/City of Renton (WA)

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/rentonwa/jobs/4221177/gis-analyst-1-2-or-3 

The City of Renton is looking for two talented candidates to fill GIS Analyst 1, 2 or 3 vacancies in our Public Works Utilities Department. The GIS Analysts will be responsible for supporting the operation of 292 miles of storm system and 230 miles of sanitary sewer infrastructure. The GIS Analysts will also develop and maintain GIS system information and web applications to facilitate the operation and maintenance of Renton’s utility system. Additionally, they will support regulatory compliance and capital projects implementation.
 
The GIS Analysts will perform complex data analysis and integration using ArcGIS and other computer software. They will establish relational databases to display information using dashboards, web maps, and story maps.
It’s worth mentioning that the city is planning to evolve its system data from being GIS-centric to a GIS/Asset Management System. These positions may support this evolution. It's an exciting time to join the City of Renton, apply today!

​Telework Program
The City of Renton supports workers performing in a hybrid capacity (partial telework/in-office) where job responsibilities can be performed remotely. This position may be eligible for a telework arrangement, working certain days/times remotely, based on the operational needs of the City and specific Department.  Regardless of job title or telework arrangement, City of Renton employees must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance to their worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS  
GIS Analyst 1:

• Edit and update spatial and tabular GIS data and metadata.
• Create new GIS data through digitization, conversion, extraction, and georeferencing.
• Complete GIS data requests in support of projects, regional partnerships, and vendors.
• Support or actively participate in field data collection efforts.
• Create print and digital map products applying appropriate cartographic techniques based on map purpose and end-user requirements.
• Create online (interactive) maps for presentation, editing, and analysis reflecting end-user requirements and business needs.
• Perform analysis of spatial and tabular data to support projects and business needs.
• Research and acquire external spatial and non-spatial data as required to support projects and business needs.
• Perform technical and administrative tasks associated with the GIS system using GIS equipment, software, data, and products.
• Design, develop, maintain, and analyze geographic databases with database management software.
• Design and produce computer generated maps and reports of the City’s infrastructure, topography, parcels, land use, and comprehensive plans through the use of GIS software, and database management software.
• Define, develop, and maintain primary mapping layers, databases, applications, and associated standards required to produce the products needed.
• Work on GIS projects both independently and as a member of a team; design project methodology and produce final products.
• Organize, maintain, update, analyze and retrieve information from various sources requiring close coordination with all principal providers and users of geographic information in other divisions and departments of the City, as well as outside agencies.  
• Train and assist GIS system users in defining needs and developing GIS applications.  
• Assist defining GIS standards as related to mapping layers and database structures.
• Provide general guidance, instruction, and interpretation on the uses of GIS data.
• Confer with all City departments, as well as outside agencies, on matters pertaining to GIS projects.  Work with other City departments to coordinate mapping and database needs for proposed projects and to resolve problems.
• Contribute to an environment of teamwork and respect.
• Foster a culture of equity and inclusion by recognizing the diverse needs and perspectives of groups and individuals.
• Attend meetings, conferences, workshops as required.
• Remain current with relevant technological advancements as it relates to field.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Communicate with public officials, residents, contractors, vendors, developers, and other employees.

GIS Analyst 2:

• Provide technical and administrative assistance for the GIS program by operating GIS equipment, software, data, and products.
• Design, develop, maintain, and analyze geographic databases with database management software.
• Design and produce computer generated maps and reports of the City’s infrastructure, topography, parcels, land use, and comprehensive plans using GIS software, and database management software.
• Perform a variety of complex and independent duties involved in the management of large-scale GIS studies and projects.
• Design or review GIS projects to ensure compliance and compatibility with existing systems and applicable codes, standards, specifications, and practices; may perform lead duties as assigned.
• May provide training, instruction, and feedback to personnel in assigned work group; may provide information to staff on procedural changes; may assist in scheduling and assigning tasks to ensure accomplishment of functions in a timely manner.
• Define, develop, and maintain primary mapping layers, databases, applications, and associated standards required to produce the products needed.
• Work on GIS projects both independently and as a member of a team; design project methodology and produce final products.
• Organize, maintain, update, analyze and retrieve information from various sources requiring close coordination with all principal providers and users of geographic information in other divisions and departments of the City, as well as outside agencies.  
• Train and assist GIS system users in defining needs and developing GIS applications.  
• Assist defining GIS standards as related to mapping layers and database structures.
• Provide general guidance, instruction, and interpretation on the uses of GIS data.
• Confer with all City departments, as well as outside agencies, on matters pertaining to GIS projects. Work with other City departments to coordinate mapping and database needs for proposed projects and to resolve problems.
• Present facts clearly and accurately in graphic form. 
• Perform complex calculations of distances, areas, and quantities, using applicable software, requiring an understanding of geometry, trigonometry, and algebra.
• Utility Systems Functions Also Include:
• Interpret complex engineering plans and documents to transfer asset and system information to databases.

GIS Analyst 3:

• Design accurate and efficient methods to perform GIS analysis and evaluate result in order to answer complex business questions or support end-user requirements.
• Develop monitoring, tracking, and analytical tools and dashboards to provide statistics and operational insights in support of long-term planning and resource allocation.
• Plan and lead high-level GIS projects.
• Create workflows and automations to reduce manual GIS data editing and update.
• Automate repetitive tasks or analysis requests by designing and deploying standalone or application-based scripting.
• Lead the design, management, and monitoring of departmental GIS databases and ancillary data.
• Perform GIS database maintenance using available database management tools and applications.
• Create SQL scripts for database query, analysis, and data extraction.
• Create database views to improve data accessibility and integration.
• Create database triggers and stored procedures to automate data maintenance and update tasks.
• Design and manage the integration of GIS and other information system data and platforms.
• Possess an understanding of structured data file and interchange formats outside their accessibility within software and platform interfaces, and modify them appropriately when required.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting of software, platform, and data issues.
• Take a lead role with vendor support to resolve difficult technical issues, or improve functionality or performance of GIS and related systems and platforms.
• Perform a variety of complex and independent duties involved in the management of large-scale GIS studies and projects.
• Continually apply understanding of and expertise with City GIS software and platforms to solve problems and identify possible enhancements
• Mentor GIS Analyst 1/2 staff as required.

Utility Systems Functions Also Include:

• Interpret complex engineering plans and documents to transfer asset and system information to databases.
• Develop advanced network data models and applications.
• Perform advanced GIS data integrations with asset management and other information systems used by department sections.
• Design, develop, maintain, and analyze geographic department databases with database management software.
• Guide the design and deployment of GIS network data models and set standards for data maintenance.

ALL:

• Contribute to an environment of teamwork and respect.
• Foster a culture of equity and inclusion by recognizing the diverse needs and perspectives of groups and individuals.
• Attend meetings, conferences, workshops as required.
• Remain current with relevant technological advancements as it relates to field.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Communicate with public officials, residents, contractors, vendors, developers, and other employees.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• May be assigned to support city priorities during emergencies.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. 
• Successful passing of a required background check and national fingerprint-based records check. (Required for those that work in the GIS/IT Division)

GIS Analyst 1:

• Minimum 2 years GIS experience using GIS software to produce maps, perform spatial analysis, and generate databases.
• Or minimum 6 years relevant education and experience.  

GIS Analyst 2:

• Minimum 4 years GIS experience using GIS software to produce maps, perform spatial analysis, and generate databases.
• Or minimum 8 years relevant education and experience.

GIS Analyst 3:

• Minimum 6 years GIS experience using GIS software to produce maps, perform spatial analysis, and generate databases.
• Or minimum 10 years relevant education and experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Move throughout City facilities and buildings.
• Operate a computer and other office equipment.
• Communicate with City employees and residents.
• Lift or move items weighing up to 40 pounds on occasion.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is performed in an office environment and outdoors in all weather conditions occasionally. 
• Work evening and/or weekend hours as needed.
• Night meetings may be required.
• Approved reasonable accommodation requests will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.