BARGAINING UNIT / LEVEL: Professional Bargaining Unit - Level 08
SALARY RANGE: $79,142 – 87,398 annually DOQ

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Under the supervision of the Chief of Information Technology, the GIS Analyst will perform data management, analytics and mapping using ESRI GIS software, GPS equipment, Microsoft Power BI and other related tools. This position will collect and handle location data, provide mapping services, perform technical research and analysis, and coordinate activities. Duties will also include the incorporation of existing property parcel records, infrastructure components, building geospatial data, and supplementary information into a central repository for access by a multitude of users. This position will work on multiple initiatives across multiple departments to achieve associated objectives.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general direction of the Chief of Information Technology, and in coordination with staff in the multiple departments, including Engineering, Planning & Development, Natural Resources and Marketing. Position works independently and exercises judgment and discretion in completion of duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Serves as the Metroparks technical subject matter expert (SME) for geospatial data and analytics, mapping, GIS and ESRI.
• Collaborates with other teams and vendors to implement GIS applications.
• Prepares GIS maps and performs geospatial data analytics as requested by Metroparks staff using ESRI and other GIS software.
• Acquires geospatial and related data from external and internal sources as needed.
• Establishes GIS data management and quality control procedures in coordination with Metroparks GIS users.
• Identifies and recommends specific GIS tools, data stores and applications needed to improve business operations.
• Supervises installation, upgrades and daily maintenance of GIS applications and tools.
• Develops GIS standards and implements related policies and procedures.
• Assists / supports special projects across various departments.
• Supports day-to-day operations of GIS applications.
• Represents the Metroparks in meetings with vendors, other governmental agencies and business and professional organizations.
• Monitors IT helpdesk ticketing system and answers incoming IT helpdesk calls as needed.
• On-call during a rotating weekend schedule, typically occurring once every 8 weeks.

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Urban Planning, or a related field. Applicants with 8 or more years of related service will be given credit toward meeting the minimum educational requirements and will be considered for the position.
• Four or more years of experience in GIS and geospatial data analytics or similar.
• Knowledge of ESRI GIS software and applications, especially in the context of web and mobile apps
• Basic knowledge of data structures and databases.
• Familiarity with business analytics software, preferably Microsoft Power BI for geospatial data analytics.
• Familiarity with programming in Python and SQL.
• Ability to troubleshoot and make recommendations as to functionality of GIS applications used by the Planning & Development, Engineering, Natural Resources, and Marketing departments.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with the public, outside agencies and co-workers.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Ability to express complex technical concepts effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to communicate with and understand the needs of non-technical users. 
• May be required to adjust schedule to meet organizational needs, including special events, evenings, weekends & holidays.
• Must maintain a valid Michigan driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to perform essential duties.

TOOLS & EQUIPMENT USED: Personal computer, including PowerPoint, word, excel, ESRI GIS software, database applications; calculator, phone, fax machine, copy machine.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear; use hands and fingers to handle, feel, and operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employee generally performs work within an office environment.  The noise level is usually quiet.   Occasionally, the employee will be required to work in outdoor environments and will be subject to weather conditions including heat, rain, and snow.