GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The GIS Analyst interprets and prepares information for data conversion and maintenance procedures of a wide variety of GIS themes. Under general direction, this position supports the development and maintenance of information systems, including but not limited to GIS and asset management databases for Public Works related data. This position provide department-specific GIS and asset management data to coordinate and integrate with data maintained by Public Works and other departments. Performs duties in a manner consistent with the stated values of the City.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
(The following essential job functions and examples of duties are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive. At the discretion of the supervisor and/or department director, duties may be modified to address business needs and changing business practices):
- Develops methods of analyzing and depicting geographic information; manages and performs computerized mapping projects of varying complexity; responsible for database management, including data entry.
- Responsible for design and implementation of the asset management software system (Cartegraph) for Public Works assets. Be able to maintain the database and generate reports, run scenarios, and formulate inspection reports for supervisory management as needed.
- Researches and maintains a variety of spatial and associated attribute data for the City, including but not limited to municipal boundaries, parcel, addressing, zoning, land use, subdivision, vacant land, transportation, utility and raw water, and other data layers as needed.
- Creates and maintains standard and customized digital maps as requested, including adapting existing and developing new spatial data sources, and designing and producing map layouts for presentation purposes; creates map templates supporting end user needs.
- Advises on methods of depicting spatial data, creating thematic maps, and translating project goals into appropriate map displays; advises on the level of data accuracy given the available data and its data limitations.
- Participates in a team environment to assist and recommend methodology to be used to create special studies; projects and reports where GIS spatial accuracy and expertise is needed.
- Documents methodology and data sources used in the creation of spatial data and map compositions. Researches data sources and obtains data from other agencies and departments supporting citywide customer service requests; utilizes database management tools.
- Provides assistance and training to other staff members on the use of desktop mapping applications and processes.
- Assists in the design and maintenance of data systems to interface with GIS system.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:
Reports to: Public Works/Capital Projects Manager
Other: Interacts with City employees, community partners, visitors and vendors.
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