SFO- Geographic Information Systems Analyst- Design & Construction

Airport Minority Advisory Council•Sf, CA

About The Position

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a world-class, award-winning airport that served more than 54 million guests in Fiscal Year 2025. SFO offers non-stop flights to 60+ international cities on over 40 international carriers. The Bay Area's largest airport also connects non-stop with 80+ U.S. cities on 10 domestic airlines. As an enterprise department of the City & County of San Francisco, SFO has a workforce of approximately 1,900 City employees. In Fiscal Year 2021, SFO generated more than 28,000 direct jobs and $6.1B in business activity. SFO is more than an airport - we are a dynamic organization where employees collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders to support global travel, economic development, and public service. We are recognized as a leader in safety, environmental sustainability, and forward-thinking infrastructure, and continue to be at the forefront of transforming the travel experience. Our Vision, Mission, and Core Values shape our culture and operations as we continue to build a supportive, purpose-driven workplace where all employees can thrive. Our mission is to deliver an airport experience where people and our planet come first. Under general supervision, the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst will report to the Geospatial Systems Principal under the Infrastructure Information Management (IIM) Section and will be responsible for assisting with the implementation and maintenance of the Enterprise GIS system architecture while providing spatial analysis, mapping, and application development. This role will be vital in advancing the airport's GIS capabilities, supporting critical operations, and driving innovation with a collaborative, high-performing, awarding-winning GIS team. Additionally, the analyst will collaborate with stakeholders to address business needs.

Requirements

Education: An associate degree in business administration, public administration, information systems, economics, finance, computer science or a closely related field from an accredited college or university OR its equivalent in terms of total course credits/units [i.e., at least sixty (60) semester or ninety (90) quarter credits/units with a minimum of twenty (20) semester or thirty (30) quarter credits/units in one of the fields above or a closely-related field].
Experience: One (1) year in the information systems field, including technical support, content management, administration of network applications or system analysis.
Education Substitution: Additional experience as described above may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis (up to a maximum of two (2) years). One (1) year is equivalent to thirty (30) semester units / forty-five (45) quarter units with a minimum of 10 semester / 15 quarter units in one of the fields above or a closely related field; OR Completion of the 1010 Information Systems Trainee Program may be substituted for the required degree.
Special Condition : GIS Applications and Tools Experience (12 months): Verifiable and recent experience within the last five (5) years in Geographic Information System (GIS) using ESRI products (Arcview, ArcInfo, ArcGIS, MapObjects, ArcIMS) performing analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, and production support for GIS applications.

Nice To Haves

Experience in developing, deploying, and maintaining custom GIS ESRI-based applications, with a focus on automation and enhanced user functionality.
Experience in creating and maintaining automated ETL processes using FME, managing large datasets, and ensuring data quality through robust QA/QC operations.
Experience working with GIS applications in a large hub, complex commercial/industrial environment.
Experience in the integration of BIM and GIS solutions, processes and standards.
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including engineers, planners, environmental scientists, and IT specialists, to ensure GIS solutions align with project goals and organizational objectives.
Experience engaging with stakeholders to identify GIS business solutions, translating needs into actionable plans, and fostering strong cross-functional relationships.
Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, Arcade, SQL, and JavaScript, particularly for GIS application development and automation.
Demonstrable experience with real-time spatial data integration, analysis and mapping.

Responsibilities

Assist with implementation, and optimization of the Enterprise GIS system architecture.
Develop, deploy, and maintain GIS ESRI-based applications to enhance functionality and usability for internal and external stakeholders.
Create and maintain automated ETL spatial data processes to streamline data integration and improve operational efficiency.
Integrate real-time geographic streaming data into decision engines and applications.
Maintain enterprise GIS data, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to quality control standards through QA/QC operations and automation.
Collaborate with stakeholders to identify GIS business needs and deliver customized solutions that enhance operational effectiveness.
Provide GIS analytics and solutions to support major airport projects and initiatives.
Conduct field surveys to collect and validate data on airport infrastructures, ensuring comprehensive and accurate records.
Co-create integrated solutions and processes with BIM Integration Team members under IIM.
Supervise GIS interns by assigning tasks, setting priorities, and ensuring timely completion of team objectives.
Provide GIS support to airport teams, participate in departmental meetings, and foster collaboration to drive continuous improvement.
Performs other functions outlined in the 1052-IS Business Analyst