GIS Analyst

Town of Flower Mound•Flower Mound TX 75028, TX

20h

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs professional-level geographic information systems (GIS) work to support Town operations, planning, and decision-making. The position analyzes and maintains geographic data, develops maps and GIS applications, supports GIS systems and workflows, and provides technical assistance to Town departments. The GIS Analyst works with spatial and non-spatial information from multiple sources and creates GIS products for internal and external customers. The role also supports web-based and enterprise GIS resources, field data collection technologies, workflow automation, system integration, and GIS projects from requirements gathering through implementation and documentation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geography, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Planning, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
At least two years of professional experience in GIS, geographic data management, spatial analysis, mapping, or a related field.
Experience using Esri ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, or comparable GIS software.
Valid state-issued driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Thorough knowledge of GIS concepts, spatial data, cartography, and data management practices.
Proficiency using GIS software, including Esri ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, or comparable applications.
Skills in spatial analysis, geoprocessing, data editing, and GIS data management.
Ability to interpret technical documents and incorporate geographic information into GIS databases and applications.
Knowledge of GIS data quality assurance and quality control practices.
Skill in identifying problems, evaluating information, and developing practical solutions.
Ability to troubleshoot GIS applications, data, and workflows and research technical solutions.
Ability to develop maps, dashboards, visualizations, and other GIS products to support departmental needs.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to explain technical information to technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Town staff, external stakeholders, and the general public.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage multiple tasks, prioritize assignments, and meet established deadlines.
Ability to work outside normal business hours or in the field as needed.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, see, hear, talk, read, and write; operate computers and other office equipment; and lift and carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Three years of experience using Esri ArcGIS Pro/ArcGIS Online.
GIS Professional (GISP) certification or GISP-E designation.
Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise or other enterprise GIS environments.
Experience working with municipal, utility, infrastructure, property, addressing, or public works GIS data.
Experience interpreting plats, deeds, legal descriptions, engineering plans, or as-built drawings.
Experience with GPS, GIS field data collection, databases, CAD, or asset management systems.
Experience with GIS data quality assurance/quality control, documentation, or workflow improvement.

Responsibilities

Creates, edits, maintains, and performs quality control of GIS data, databases, feature classes, and map layers.
Researches, analyzes, and integrates geographic and non-geographic information from multiple sources.
Performs spatial analysis and geoprocessing to identify patterns, relationships, trends, and opportunities that support Town operations and decision-making.
Develops maps, dashboards, visualizations, reports, and other GIS products for internal and external customers.
Interprets plats, deeds, legal descriptions, engineering plans, as-built drawings, CAD files, field observations, and other technical documents to incorporate relevant information into GIS.
Develops, configures, maintains, and supports web-based and enterprise GIS applications, maps, services, and related resources.
Collaborates with Town departments to identify business needs and develop GIS solutions that improve workflows, efficiency, communication, and decision-making.
Provides GIS technical assistance, consultation, and training to Town staff.
Performs quality assurance and quality control to ensure the accuracy, consistency, completeness, and reliability of GIS data.
Develops and maintains GIS metadata, documentation, procedures, data standards, and workflows.
Assists with workflow automation, system integrations, and data interoperability to improve GIS operations.
Coordinates and assists with GIS projects, including requirements gathering, analysis, design, testing, implementation, and documentation.
Supports field data collection and the integration of GPS, mobile GIS, and other field technologies.
Responds to GIS-related inquiries and service requests; researches and resolves technical issues.
Researches emerging GIS technologies, methods, standards, and industry practices and recommends improvements to GIS operations.
Adheres to departmental, personnel, and safety policies and procedures.
Informs the supervisor of work activities and assists co-workers and other divisions as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.