Geographical Information Systems Analyst

South Australia Police; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 106,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

South Australia Police seeks a Geographical Information Systems Analyst to manage and support the GIS environment, delivering timely GIS applications and datasets. The role collaborates with users to provide system support, develop new solutions, and enhance existing spatial data and views for business outcomes.

You will contribute to critical incident management through reliable spatial information and analysis, ensuring data integrity, security and high availability within SAPOL’s ICT

Qualifications

• Experience in applied GIS development using enterprise platforms for spatial analysis in complex databases.
• Proven ability to manage GIS datasets ensuring performance, data integrity and security.
• Strong SQL skills and familiarity with XML, reporting and data extraction tools for GIS quality control.

Skills

GIS development

GIS datasets management

SQL

XML / data extraction tools

Tools

ESRI ArcGIS Suite

Job description

Full-time vacancy up to 31/07/2028. The Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) Service supports the frontline policing and corporate operations of SAPOL through the provision of ICT infrastructure and communication platforms, operational software applications, and support services. The Service is responsible for driving the ongoing evolution of ICT capability across SAPOL, through the delivery of high-quality ICT change programs. The Service is structured across four core pillars: Strategy, Innovation and Engagement; Program Delivery; Operational Services; and Security and Assurance. The Service extends from traditional ICT services to encompass a specialist radio and technology capability, including laser and radar calibration services. The Application Services Branch provides proactive support to ensure the availability and quality of applications used throughout SAPOL. The Branch manages and maintains SAPOL data and enables its transformation into useful information for business purposes. Application Services staff work closely with application and data business owners and users to optimise the use and functionality of applications and reporting to meet business outcomes. The Branch manages software throughout its life and also contributes to projects by providing expertise and advice and works collaboratively with project managers to ensure projects successfully transition to a supported life cycle model.

Role Overview

The Geographical Information Systems Analyst is responsible for the effective management and support of the Geographical Information Systems (GIS) environment. This includes delivering timely and cost-effective GIS applications, developing new solutions and enhancing existing applications, datasets and spatial views. The role works closely with business users to provide system support, deliver business-driven enhancements and contribute to critical incident management through the provision of reliable spatial information and analysis.

Desired Experience

• Demonstrated experience in applied GIS development, including use of enterprise platforms (e.g. ESRI ArcGIS suite) for spatial analysis within complex relational database environments.
• Proven experience managing and maintaining GIS datasets to ensure performance, data integrity, security and effective end-user access.
• Strong technical capability in the use of SQL and related tools (e.g. XML, reporting and data extraction tools) to support GIS applications and data quality processes.
• Extensive experience supporting, maintaining and enhancing business-critical application systems within complex and high-availability environments.

Special Conditions

• The incumbent must hold a current Australian work eligibility status and will be subject to a criminal history check.
• The incumbent may be assigned to other duties at this remuneration level or equivalent.
• Some out of hours work and intra/interstate travel may be required.
• The incumbent is required to participate in SAPOL’s iEngage program.

Salary ASO6 - $105,747 - $111,854 per annum.

Enquiries Neetu Singh [emailprotected]

Our Culture

South Australia Police is dedicated to strengthening trust and collaboration with First Nations communities in South Australia as we shape a culturally responsive and inclusive workplace for First Nations employees. Our vision is to create safer communities by strengthening the bonds of mutual respect, understanding, and partnerships between police and First Nations peoples. By deepening our appreciation and understanding of First Nations cultures and acknowledging the past, we are committed to focusing on the present and moving forward together into the future. To strengthen our workforce, South Australia Police encourage applications from First Nations peoples. South Australia Police is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. People with disability are strongly encouraged to apply. The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.