Analyst II, GIS

City of Fort Collins•Fort Collins, CO

About The Position

The City of Fort Collins is seeking an Analyst II, GIS to join its Utilities GIS team, supporting One Water utilities. The role creates, maintains, and manipulates wastewater, stormwater, and potable water GIS data, using advanced techniques to develop and manage complex data models. It supports reliable GIS operations by fulfilling user requests, assisting field crews, configuring and supporting Esri applications, managing application integrations, and troubleshooting. The position requires proficiency with Esri ArcGIS Pro, familiarity with an enterprise environment, strong computer skills, and the ability to learn emerging technologies that support decision-makers and help field crews work safely and efficiently. The position builds and maintains GIS systems and applications, including database design, data modeling, and system integration; automates data capture and maintenance; maintains data quality and accuracy; performs spatial and statistical analysis; and creates maps, reports, and other products. It also configures and troubleshoots GIS-supporting servers, software, and hardware; coordinates assigned project work; and advises and trains staff in the use of GIS tools and data. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Six years of related experience and/or education in Geography, Geospatial Science, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, Computer Science, or Technology.
Working knowledge of spatial and statistical analysis and the ability to use it as an analytical tool.
Skill in designing, developing, and maintaining geographic information services, including cartography.
Skill in database design, data modeling, and programming to automate data processes.
Working knowledge of coordinate systems, map projections, and scale.
Ability to query and manage enterprise databases using database query languages.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing with technical and nontechnical users.
Ability to train users on geographic information products and services.
Working knowledge of federal geospatial data standards.
Foundational knowledge of project coordination and management principles.
Proficiency with Esri ArcGIS Pro and familiarity with working in an enterprise environment.
Strong computer skills and capacity to learn new and emerging technologies.
Must reside in the State of Colorado.
Must pass a general background check.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain geographic information systems and applications, including database design, data modeling, and system integration, to provide staff reliable access to spatial data.
Recommend design approaches within established standards and seek guidance on complex design decisions.
Develop scripts and software applications to automate data capture, conversion, and maintenance, and recommend tools or methods to improve accuracy and reduce manual effort.
Maintain geographic databases through updates, edits, quality assurance reviews, and verification of accuracy and consistency, applying federal geospatial data standards, coordinate systems, and projections.
Perform spatial and statistical analysis to produce map products, tabular data, and reports in response to service requests.
Design and produce maps, including regulatory maps, that meet accuracy and cartographic standards.
Install, upgrade, configure, and troubleshoot servers, software, and hardware that support GIS; resolve routine issues and escalate complex problems.
Contribute to project scope and specifications, and plan, document, and coordinate assigned work with project teams to meet deadlines.
Advise and train staff on geographic information tools and data, communicating with technical and nontechnical users.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and eligible family members.
Paid vacation, paid holidays, and sick leave.
One-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new full-time Classified and Unclassified Management hires.
Retirement plan with company contributions after a six-month probation period and immediate vesting.
Flexible spending accounts for medical expenses and/or dependent care.
Employee Assistance Program offering counseling and legal and financial assistance.
Life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Wellness program and workout facilities.
Employee and family on-site health clinic.
Learning and development opportunities and opportunities for career mobility.