Geographic Information Systems Analyst (Public Works)

City of Hollywood, Florida • Fl, FL

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About The Position

The Geographic Information Systems Analyst performs technical work supporting the reliable operation of the Public Works Department’s GIS, facility management, and job design software. Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director/Engineering and Construction Services or designee, the analyst works independently under general direction on project management, user-requirement analysis, and the creation, integration, and maintenance of interactive GIS applications, GIS layers, and City databases. The role also assists with software and application customization for public utility operations.

The position supports utility engineering and operations for water, wastewater, and stormwater systems. Duties include GIS database analysis and maintenance, application and software development, mapping and design, field data collection, technical troubleshooting, consultant coordination, and preparation of utility easement documents. The analyst collaborates with Department staff, other City departments, local agencies, and GIS personnel. Work is performed primarily in an office, with occasional work outdoors in varied conditions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Geography, Cartography, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• At least three years of GIS experience in water, wastewater, stormwater, or a related field, including at least one year as a GIS Technician with a comparable utility or consulting firm performing computer-aided drafting and/or GIS mapping.
• A specialized four-year GIS degree may substitute for some experience requirements.
• Valid State of Florida driver’s license, proof of automobile insurance, and an acceptable driving record.
• Acceptable background record.
• Considerable knowledge and proficiency with computer hardware, including desktop PCs, GPS handhelds, scanners, and plotters.
• Considerable knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, the MS Windows operating system, AutoCAD, ESRI ArcCatalog and ArcMap, and AutoCAD Map.
• Considerable knowledge of water distribution, wastewater collection, and stormwater systems engineering design principles and practices, and ability to read and interpret civil engineering as-built drawings.
• Knowledge of map-creation principles and techniques and GIS database management for efficient operation.
• General knowledge of Underground Utilities job functions and Public Utilities Department policies, procedures, and practices.
• General knowledge of MS Office Visio.
• Some knowledge of Visual Basic or an equivalent programming language to customize ArcPad graphical user interfaces and other programs; basic knowledge of Python programming.
• Some knowledge of land-surveying principles and practices and local and state permitting regulations.
• Ability to import GIS data into water, wastewater, and stormwater hydraulic models and customize GIS software for Department needs.
• Ability to build effective working relationships through listening and verbal and written communication.
• Ability to take responsible charge of projects, exercise sound judgment, and respond productively to change.
• Ability to meet the job’s physical demands, including regularly walking, sitting, writing, hearing, and speaking; occasionally exerting up to 50 pounds of force; manipulating objects with fingers or hands; and using close, distance, peripheral, and depth vision.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Geography, Cartography, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• At least five years of GIS experience in water, wastewater, stormwater, or a related field, including at least two years as a GIS Technician with a comparable utility or consulting firm performing computer-aided drafting and/or GIS mapping.
• Additional education and experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience, may be substituted for the stated requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist Department Engineers or designated staff in developing interfaces for engineering analysis and planning using GIS databases and associated software.
• Query and analyze GIS databases to produce reports on water, wastewater, and stormwater facilities and infrastructure.
• Develop, update, and improve GIS layers; edit GIS features and attributes using ArcMap; and modify the geodatabase to meet departmental and internal-user needs.
• Assist in maintaining the versioned enterprise GIS database and implement related changes to its schema.
• Review and approve GIS project documents before submitting them to the Assistant Director/Engineering and Construction Services or designee for final approval.
• Work with Department staff, utility operations, GIS Analysts, and Technicians to develop utility standard designs, procedures, and practices.
• Maintain metadata for GIS feature classes, perform quality assurance and quality control on utility data before GIS entry, and collect field data using Trimble GPS hardware and software.
• Create customized mapping processes to automate map production using ArcGIS desktop and Web GIS software.
• Coordinate with other departments and local agencies on GIS data-layer sharing and standardized products and procedures.
• Install GIS hardware and software; perform mapping, database development, computer programming, and GIS-specific computer troubleshooting.
• Assist in preparing and evaluating requests for proposals for GIS consultant services and in administering consultant contracts.
• Determine annual GIS and AutoCAD software licensing requirements and budgetary needs for the Department.
• Design and develop custom software code for GIS applications.
• Convert surveys, maps, and databases into suitable GIS formats and convert GIS data into other formats as needed.
• Integrate the City’s GIS database into vendor-supplied solutions.
• Conduct user-needs assessments and recommend GIS implementations and future GIS-related products.
• Search for and interpret difficult legal descriptions for land parcels needed for easements and rights-of-way; examine related property abstracts, check accuracy and consistency, and prepare maps, sketches, and verbiage for utility easements.
• Prepare drawings, details, profiles, maps, and utility-system design documents using ArcMap or AutoCAD when required.
• Represent the City effectively and positively, and maintain professional relationships with colleagues, supervisors, managers, and clients.
• Perform related work as required for the position.

Benefits

• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Four-day work week
• Award-winning wellness program
• Paid time off, including 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, personal leave, and sick leave
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility for employees with 10 years of public service and on-time payments
• Pension plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level