GIS Analyst, Senior

City of Raleigh North Carolina • Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

Raleigh Water, a division of the City of Raleigh, is seeking a Senior GIS Analyst to develop, improve, and standardize GIS data-editing workflows that support the accuracy, integrity, and usability of utility data. The position provides technical guidance to GIS staff, establishes data-management best practices, and supports operational and planning needs through reliable, consistent geospatial data.

The role combines hands-on editing, validation, maintenance, spatial analysis, and mapping with workflow development, quality assurance, troubleshooting, and user training. It supports utility network data management and ArcGIS Indoors initiatives for vertical asset management, as well as GIS data collection using drone, LiDAR, and GPS technologies. The position works collaboratively with GIS and non-GIS staff in support of Raleigh Water’s utility infrastructure and services.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Computer Science, Geographic Information Systems, Surveying, or a related field, and 3 to 5 years of experience in GIS data management or a related field; an equivalent combination of training and/or experience may be substituted.
• Knowledge of GIS data-editing workflows, data-management practices, and QA/QC processes.
• Knowledge of Python, SQL, and use of APIs.
• Knowledge of Esri platforms, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, and ArcGIS Online.
• Knowledge of GIS data models, including versioning, attribute rules, and maintaining data integrity.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting GIS data, tools, and applications, and providing guidance and training to GIS and non-GIS staff.
• Geographic Information Systems Professional Environmental Systems Research Institute Technical Certification.
• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record, or ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Background or interest in water and wastewater utility systems.
• Knowledge of water and/or wastewater utility systems and infrastructure.
• Knowledge of ArcGIS Utility Network and ArcGIS Indoors, including vertical asset management.
• Experience or knowledge of GIS data collection using GPS, LiDAR, or drone technologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of GIS data-editing workflows for utility network data management, improving efficiency, consistency, and data integrity.
• Provide guidance and establish best practices for GIS data editing, attribution, and QA/QC processes.
• Support editing, validation, and maintenance of utility network datasets.
• Assist with configuration, editing, and maintenance of ArcGIS Indoors GIS data for vertical asset management initiatives.
• Support GIS data collection using drone, LiDAR, and GPS technologies, including processing and integrating collected data.
• Perform spatial analysis using GIS tools to support operational and planning needs.
• Produce high-quality static and dynamic map products for internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and training for GIS and non-GIS users.
• Perform other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

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