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Geographic Information Systems

The Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst supports the development, maintenance, and advancement of the GIS; integrates field data collection, system administration, application development, spatial analysis, and cross-functional coordination to ensure accurate, accessible, and high-quality geospatial data and services.

• Perform GPS-based field data collection and surveys to create, update, and maintain GIS datasets, including development of data dictionaries and coordination of field activities
• Maintain and update GIS data layers to reflect construction, maintenance, and system changes; develop and implement data maintenance strategies, workflows, and procedures
• Collaborate with departments and stakeholders to support data accuracy, continuity, and enterprise GIS needs
• Design, customize, and support GIS applications, user interfaces, and web-based tools to enhance accessibility, usability, automation, and data integrity
• Develop, integrate, and manage GIS databases and data systems, including identification of authoritative data sources and data modeling
• Administer GIS platforms, including user and group management, data integration, and publishing of maps, services, and basemaps
• Create and distribute high-quality hardcopy, digital, and web-based maps; perform spatial analysis and develop geoprocessing tools and workflows to support planning and operations
• Provide technical support to GIS users, internal teams, vendors, and external partners, including data access and distribution
• Develop and document GIS procedures and workflows, and implement QA/QC processes to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and reliability
• Coordinate GIS activities across teams, Information Technology, and stakeholders; support governance practices and data-sharing initiatives
• Enhance and integrate enterprise GIS systems by evaluating performance and recommending improvements in efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness
• Research, evaluate, and implement emerging GIS and data collection technologies to improve workflows and expand system capabilities
• May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management

Level:

– Intermediate Professional

Base Description:

– Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates ability to perform intermediate tasks in defined skill areas. Demonstrates intermediate knowledge of internal procedures. Works under general supervision, performing assignments that may be varied and sometimes difficult. Supports team decisions and follows through with team responsibilities. Interprets and communicates information clearly and accurately. Demonstrates intermediate problem–solving skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– May serve as direct supervisor for part–time, student, and/or temporary workers or volunteers

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– May validate and pay invoices

Problem Solving:

– Encounters generally routine problems; occasionally faces more complex and/or varied problems
– Typically follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems
– Applies knowledge of larger unit goals, priorities, and related procedures in determining course of action

Independence of Action:

– Work is generally monitored by supervisor
– Detailed instructions and procedures are generally provided
– Uses available guidelines to make appropriate adaptations to routine situations and refers other situations to supervisor

Communication and Collaboration:

– Communicates internally within working unit and/or the University
– May communicate with external audiences
– Collaborates closely with team members
– Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly and accurately both verbally and in written materials intended for distribution

• Comp Grade – 10
• Minimum – $61,800.00
• MidPoint – $75,700.00
• Maximum – $89,600.00