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The GIS Analyst uses geospatial methods and manages mapping applications to support organizational needs. Responsibilities include training county staff and the public in online GIS applications and internal staff on Denton County GIS standards. The role requires delivering excellent customer service, resolving problems promptly, communicating effectively, and contributing positively to the Denton County Technology Services Team. 

• Researches and manages GIS datasets by creating, editing, and interpreting spatial data; imports, validates, and troubleshoots data from external sources to support county functions.

• Prepares address, street, and boundary data for county departments, including the Sheriff’s Office Dispatch, Development Services, and Transportation and Engineering.

• Manages and updates datasets for 911 dispatch, such as address points, road centerlines, emergency zones, and jurisdictional boundaries.

• Supports development of automated workflows using FME and ETL methodologies.

• Provides GIS support to departments like Development Services, District Attorney, Elections, Emergency Management, Fire Marshals, Public Health, Technology Services, Transportation and Engineering, and Sheriff.

• Develops and updates procedures and documentation for the department and GIS team.

• Keeps updated with new GIS technologies by attending seminars, workshops, and classes to stay informed on trends and developments that could benefit the county.

• Assists in maintaining county facility maps using ESRI Indoors.

• Supports programming, designing, and training for web mapping applications with ArcGIS for internal and external users.

• Follows county policies and best practices related to information security; exercises good judgment to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Denton County computer systems and electronic records; supports compliance with CJIS, HIPAA, and other information security regulations.

• Displays and reflects the culture, mission, vision, values, and direction of the department.

• Regular and punctual attendance is required.

• Performs other related duties as required.

• Bachelor’s Degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Emergency Management or related field required; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience required.

• GIS Certificate and/or GISP Professional Certification preferred.

• Must not have any Class B misdemeanor or higher convictions or deferred adjudications.

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