GIS Data Analyst

City of Lubbock • Lubbock, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Collects or receives geographic data and transfers data into GIS databases. Under supervision, performs updates and maintenance on GIS databases. Uses other business computer software applications as needed to maintain and compile data and to prepare reports.

Requirements

• Completion of two years college coursework in engineering, GIS, planning, architecture, computer aided drafting, computer applications or a related field with an additional two years of related GIS, planning, architecture, computer applications or related experience; or any combination of relevant education and experience, such as completion of a bachelor's degree in geography or related field, that provides the following knowledge and abilities.
• Valid Texas Driver's License
• Training in Esri ArcGIS is required.
• No Class B Misdemeanor convictions within last 10 years
• No Class A Misdemeanor, Felony Convictions or Family Violence Conviction
• Knowledge of the fundamental principles of geographic information systems, mapping, and database software, including spatial and attribute data.
• Advanced knowledge of Esri ArcGIS, Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and photo manipulation software.
• Ability to perform spatial analysis and representation of data in maps.
• Ability to independently create databases for new data including assigning attributes and determining geometry type.
• Ability to determine data attributes for new incoming data and determine data lay-out.
• Ability to import GIS data from other sources.
• Ability to edit and maintain existing GIS data.
• Ability to create other data formats (shape files, etc.) from existing data.
• Ability to identify and execute specific queries in response to analysis of a problem.
• Ability to create Access databases.
• Ability to develop quality control activities.
• Ability to design major map projects of sets for analysis.

Responsibilities

• Creates and maintains geospatial and tabular datasets, which may include parcels, addresses, electric utility, street centerline, zoning, public works engineering, pavement management, emergency operations, public safety, stormwater billing, traffic, or other department data as assigned.
• Oversees the quality of work performed and submitted by the draftsmen for engineered plans, and mark corrections as needed.
• Assigns projects to the draftsmen according to priority and work load.
• Imports GIS data from other sources, converts GIS data from one coordinate system to another, creates other data formats from existing data, and scans, rectifies, and utilizes images to validate datasets.
• Organizes individual workflow and processes, project tracking, printing maps, and general administrative duties.
• Creates maps for different departments as requested.
• Perform related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree