Under general supervision of the GIS Coordinator, this position provides analytical services to the Information Technology Department using the Geographic Information System (GIS).  Job duties include analyzing and digitizing spatial and tabular data to produce maps and related products; writing computer scripts; creating database queries; ensuring data integrity by performing continuous maintenance activities to enhance and update the Enterprise GIS; developing, maintaining.

1. Maintain the Enterprise GIS by inputting and correcting data, researching data conversions, establishing data specifications, updating resources (maps, databases, and scanned images), and ensuring data accuracy
2. Integrate and perform analyses on spatial and tabular data from a variety of sources and other applications, create database queries, and develop reports utilizing a variety of data sources.
3. Optimize tabular and database data for fastest performance using metrics and database tuning.
4. Develop, design and edit custom templates, scripts, and macros to meet project parameters or customer needs; and develop automation or customized routines to enhance GIS applications and increase inter-departmental productivity. 
5. Build and enhance web pages to effectively communicate the City’s GIS resources to others.
6. Research and implement new GIS technology, software, and practices.
7. Facilitate the development and implementation of protocols for the GIS/GPS systems.
8. Provide guidance to and train other GIS staff in various departments.
9. Act as a technical resource in assisting internal and public GIS customers with technical issues.
10. Fulfill internal and external requests for GIS information to include developing graphic presentations, charts, graphs, and maps. 
11. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Science or related technical field and two (2) years or more years related experience using Geographic Information Systems

Knowledge and experience with MS Windows, Windows-based applications, ESRI ArcGIS,

Trimble GPS, HTML, CSS, and SQL database language

Knowledge and experience with Website administration and content management

Knowledge of fundamental GIS/GPS principles and practices

Experience updating and maintaining web pages

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Excellent customer service skills

Possess and maintain a valid Texas Driver’s License

Ability to attain ITIL Foundations Certification within 12 months of employment

Preferred:

Five (5) years of GIS work experience

Two (2) years of Website Administration experience

Master’s degree in GIS or GIS related field

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An Equal Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:

www.cstx.gov/careers

recruiting@cstx.gov