GIS Analyst

City Of Jonesboro • Jonesboro, AR

126d

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to assist in the maintaining of geographic information systems data for the city.

Requirements

• Broad knowledge of such fields as Geography, Biological Science, Earth Science or related fields.
• Experience with ESRI Suite of GIS software.
• Equivalent to a four year college degree, plus 2 years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and policy/procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of algebra, solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Valid driver license.

Nice To Haves

• Arkansas GIS Users Forum membership.
• GISP certification.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for organizing, maintaining, and updating the City's GIS data.
• Responsible for assisting all City employees who work with GIS data, regardless of department.
• Responsible for consulting with outside organizations to improve GIS integrity and usefulness and reduce duplicate efforts.
• Responsible for database development, consulting, and technical specifications on geospatial framework data.
• Responsible for ensuring that GIS data remains updated as the City develops.
• Responsible for maintaining the integrity of data for entry into the Jonesboro GIS Databases.
• Recommend solutions for large scale geospatial database design utilizing digital ortho-photography, global positioning systems and satellite or other remotely sensed image products.
• Provides GIS data to City employees and to the public as needed.
• Performs analysis on GIS data.
• Integrates data from other sources into the Jonesboro GIS.
• Operating a city vehicle is required for the essential functions.
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

• Hourly pay, non-exempt.
• Full-time, 40 hours per week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees