Sr GIS Analyst

County of Mecklenburg, NC•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

Perform advanced Geographic Information System (GIS) work in capturing, maintaining, and analyzing geospatial data including project management and programming. Research, recommend, demonstrate, and develop GIS/IT System integration tools to better streamline department technology needs. Develop software applications with "SOAP and rest" services from scratch to support departmental automation needs. Consult with customers regarding automation issues and maintain effective customer relationships. Provide GIS/IT project planning and technical leadership to other GIS application developers. This is a lead position, with a high level of knowledge, and the incumbent is responsible for database administration, needs assessment and business process analysis.

Requirements

Minimum of four years of experience in geospatial technologies, geography, Information Technology, land records, land development, planning, cartography, engineering, surveying or related field.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Geography, Planning or related field.
May require a North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License
Applicable computer hardware, operating systems, and software
Map layouts, templates, cartographic elements, mobile GIS/GPS, and metadata
Geographic Information Systems
Applicable programming languages
Systems analysis principles
Geography principles
Relational database concepts
Cartography principles
Operating computers and related software applications
Interpreting maps
Writing computer programs
Conducting research
Performing statistical and quantitative spatial analysis
Transferring information from plans to digital formats for mapping
Creating maps
Achieves Goals: Works tenaciously to overcome obstacles and to meet or exceed goals; derives satisfaction from achieving “stretch” goals
Continuous Improvement: Originating action to improve existing conditions and processes; identifying improvement opportunities, generating ideas and implementing solutions
Engagement Readiness: Demonstrating a willingness to commit to one’s work and to invest one’s time, talent, and best efforts in accomplishing organizational goals
Information Monitoring: Setting up ongoing procedures to collect and review information needed to manage an organization or ongoing activities within it
Planning and Organization: Establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently
Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills: Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise
Advanced in various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

Strong GIS/IT System Integration and programming skills
Master's degree in related field.
GISP & PMP Certification

Responsibilities

Provide administration of enterprise GIS databases and/or GIS projects; prepare and implement plans, designs and schedules; coordinate resources and tasks to ensure objectives and timelines are met
Perform research and analysis of geospatial database/environment in support of project initiatives and asset management; prepare and maintain documentation of business processes and system requirements
Create, update and maintain applications, scripts, geospatial data, database schema and/or other system components; support the enhancement and integration of applications, business processes and systems
Perform advanced troubleshooting of GIS and system technology issues; research processes and practices determining best solutions; implement and maintain technology solutions
Respond to requests from internal and external customers; provide consultation and subject matter expertise in support of projects and solutions; research and develop mapping products and reports
Assist in the evaluation, selection and implementation of software solutions; perform workflow analysis and define business requirements; research, implement and test solutions
Produce digital data for County personnel, contractors, private entities, and the public utilizing a variety of formats
Perform quality control for GIS, including converting files, analyzing data, and reviewing processes
Develop, implement, and modify GIS software applications
Provide digital support for software datasets and essential base mapping data in everyday and emergency situations