Senior Systems Engineer-GIS & Data Analytics

County of Marin (CA)•San Rafael, CA

30d•Hybrid

About The Position

At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people "I work for the County of Marin." Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture on the Department of Human Resources website. Read on to find out more about this opportunity. About the Information Service and Technology (IST) Department: Marin County IST connects the people of Marin with their government by providing innovative products and services tailored to the needs of our departments and communities accessible anytime, anywhere. We provide centralized IT services to County departments across four key areas: Business Solutions Delivery, Enterprise Platforms & Services, Information Security & Compliance, and IT Governance & Operations. The Department of Information Services and Technology is recruiting for one (1) full-time vacancy for a Senior Systems Engineer - GIS & Data Analytics. This position plays a key role in advancing the County's Geographic Information System (GIS) and data analytics platforms, ensuring both spatial and non-spatial data are leveraged for informed decision-making. The Senior Systems Engineer will design, implement, and maintain enterprise GIS systems and develop Power BI dashboards, reports, and analytical models that enhance data accessibility and insight across County departments. As part of the dynamic Innovative Digital Solutions division, this individual will work with other IST personnel, as well as Subject Matter Experts from other County departments and jurisdictions connected to MarinMap, to collect requirements and design and develop GIS and analytics solutions.

Requirements

ArcGIS 10.8 or higher, including ArcGIS Enterprise and desktop extensions
Python scripting
ArcGIS Experience Builder
Understanding of Web Application Architecture
REST API knowledge
MVC Web Application development
Digital accessibility in GIS and digital solutions
Power BI development, including data modeling, DAX, and Power Query
Design and maintenance of interactive dashboards and analytical reports
Integration of data from multiple sources (including GIS, SQL databases, and APIs)
Application of data analysis, visualization, and predictive analytics techniques
Application analysis, design, programming, testing, and debugging.
Computer hardware platforms, operating systems, and middleware systems.
Database design and data access.
Records management and documentation principles and standards.
Middleware products and deployment of multi-tier components
Information Security Principles.
Office automation products.
Principles of customer support and service.
Principles and practices of technical problem solving.
Relational database theory and design.
Testing standards and procedures.
Principles and practices of project management, work planning, and status reporting.
Business processes, operating practices, and the organizational structure of a public-sector
Principles and techniques of application and systems analysis and design.
Any six-year combination of professional experience, certification, and/or relevant coursework that demonstrates the necessary knowledge and abilities.

Responsibilities

Identify, collect, and analyze user requirements for GIS applications and analytical dashboards
Develop and customize scripts to automate workflow
Design, develop, analyze, support, and deploy new Enterprise GIS applications, and administer and maintain existing GIS applications
Manage and maintain ArcGIS Enterprise infrastructure
Provide emergency GIS support and perform scheduled maintenance to GIS Servers and related systems, including nights or weekends during critical events such as wildfires
Perform spatial analysis and create specialized informational products from GIS and related software
Design and develop Power BI dashboards, reports, and create visual or graphic representations of complex information across County departments
Integrate GIS data with enterprise datasets for analytics, reporting, and predictive modeling
Apply data analysis, visualization, and predictive analytics techniques to identify patterns, trends, and actionable insights
Build and maintain data pipelines and system connections to ensure reliable and automated reporting
Collaborate with County departments to define business intelligence needs and translate them into effective analytical solutions
Provide support to the County departments and MarinMap

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Pension/Retirement
deferred compensation
flexible spending accounts
Hybrid (telework/onsite) work schedules
Options for Alternative Work Schedules (such as 4-5/9's)
A culture of public service collaboration and work/life balance
Training and career development opportunities
County benefits such as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)