GENERAL PURPOSE
Under the direction of the Enterprise Applications Manager, this entry-level position supports the City’s Geographic Information Systems (GIS) by collecting and analyzing spatial data to create maps and reports used by various departments. The GIS Analyst helps maintain accurate GIS data, assists with asset management goals, and works with teams across the city to support decision-making. Responsibilities include creating and updating maps, maintaining geodatabases, and responding to data and mapping requests. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, eager to learn, and comfortable working with GIS tools like ArcGIS. Training and support will be provided, and there are opportunities to grow technical skills and gain hands-on experience in the city GIS operations.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
None.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversees the collection of raw data for input into GIS; performs data entry, data conversion, and data organization for data entry into the system; verifies or collects field data; compiles, digitizes, rectifies and enters interdepartmental information into the GIS database; manipulates and analyzes data to generate reports, maps, and other technical documents.
Provides information on drainage, water, sanitary sewer, streets, and property; responds to mapping and information requests by City employees, private companies, and other governmental agencies, as required.
Programs applications for use in the GIS; performs various calculations and computations using the GIS.
Updates and maintains various datasets and maps, including the official town street, property, centerline, subdivision, water, sanitary sewer, storm water, and utility data using GIS software; creates and develops database layers for the City infrastructure in the GIS system.
Serves a key role in developing and advancing the City’s GIS asset management plans and goals and works closely with other departments to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and alignment with city and department objectives.
Researches and interprets engineering construction plans, plats, legal metes, and bounds descriptions and various mapped information; extracts relevant information for data entry; analyzes data.
Analyzes and performs quality checks on all GIS data.
Provide technical assistance and support for GIS users, including troubleshooting, diagnostics, problem resolution and general question response.
Analyze user department requests and provide solutions to meet operational needs.
Conduct end user training and develop end user documentation.
Establish mapping procedures and standards for all map products.
Coordinate with other departments on their GIS needs.
Research and analyze new technologies to improve GIS operations and efficiency.
Serve as a critical resource to the Emergency Operation Center.
Maintain good working relationships with vendors, outside entities, and city departments. 
Available for on-call duties as necessary. 
Daily attendance is required.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES
Performs all other related duties as assigned, including any special or recurring projects or assignments. 

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Geography, Geosciences, Information Systems, Computer Science or related field of study, with emphasis in Geographic Information Systems 
Working knowledge of setting up and controlling ARCGIS server systems
Knowledge of SQL and relational databases

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Experience with ESRI ArcGIS software suite (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online) is required.
Understanding of cartographic principles and geospatial data management.
Proficient in Geodatabase design, domain, subtype, versioning editing workflow.
Familiarity with spatial data formats (e.g., shapefiles, geodatabases, raster data) and coordinate systems.
Requires good oral and written communication skills; knowledge of English grammar, punctuation and spelling, and the ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Ability to serve the public and other City departments in a diplomatic and professional manner, exercising good emotional control; must have good interpersonal skills.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts, such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to read and interpret Subdivision plats and engineering design plans.
Ability to simultaneously perform a variety of technical and administrative functions and maintain a quality work product.
Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision.
Ability to work on multiple projects.

WORK SCHEDULE
Hours are 8 am to 5 pm Monday thru Friday. On rare occasions work on evenings and/or weekends may be required. Subject to on call 24/7 in the event of an emergency situation.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Desktop or laptop computer, MS Office; calculator; phone; printer; copy machine; fax machine. 
Use of a city vehicle on occasion; Valid Texas driver’s license is required. 

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.
The physical requirements of the job include the ability to sit, talk, kneel, bend at both the waist and knee, reach with the arms over the head, and hear, both on the telephone and in person, using regular conversational tones; vision requires the ability to focus and read printouts, computer, screens, and other written material. Duties may require lifting up to 50 pounds and have the use of hands and fingers to perform essential functions of the job, i.e., typing, data entry, using the calculator, and operating other office equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually medium level. Work generally performed in a climate and temperature-controlled building with minimal exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Travel between city buildings is necessary.

SELECTION GUIDELINES
Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.