Applications Systems Analyst II – EHRA

State of North Carolina - DIT EBS; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina - DIT EBS seeks a Senior GIS Data Analyst to design, implement, and administer enterprise geospatial data systems. You will ensure data quality, security, and integrity while supporting expanding GIS infrastructure.

Responsibilities include leading GIS projects, mentoring junior staff, and coordinating with the Database team on migrations and upgrades. A bachelor’s degree and relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or IT related field or equivalent with two years of relevant experience.
• Experience with GIS data systems, ETL, and data standards.
• Knowledge of ESRI products, SQL Server, and PostgreSQL.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise geospatial data systems.
• Ensure data standards, security, and data quality across GIS apps.
• Guide junior staff and coordinate with Database team on migrations and upgrades.

Skills

GIS knowledge

SQL

Python

ETL processes

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field

Two years in business app consulting or development

Tools

ESRI suite

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

ServiceNow

Azure DevOps

Job description

AgencyDepartment of Information TechnologyDivisionDIT TransportationJob Classification TitleApplications Systems Analyst II (NS)Position Number60027607GradeDT09About UsThe N.C. Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) serves as the Technology Center for the State of NC. Services that NCDIT provides reach a client base of state and local government agencies, as well as schools, colleges and universities. NCDIT’s mission is to enable trusted business-driven solutions that meet the needs of North Carolinians. NCDIT provides technology services to state agencies and is charged with closing the digital divide by expanding availability of broadband services and promoting the adoption of affordable, high-speed internet.Description of WorkSalary Range (or Recruitment Range): $81,504 - $122,256The position is designated Statutory Exempt (EHRA) and is exempt from the State Human Resources ActThis position may be eligible for hybrid remote work in accordance with state policy and the agency’s remote work program but does require weekly onsite work. Any telework will be under the conditions of the state Teleworking Program Policy and the employer may end any teleworking arrangement at any time in the employer's sole discretion.Are you ready to take the next step in your career?We currently have an opening for a Senior GIS Data AnalystNCDIT is seeking a highly skilled Senior GIS Data Analyst to design, implement, and administer enterprise geospatial data systems. This role is critical in ensuring data quality, security, and integrity while supporting the organization’s growing GIS infrastructure.Duties include, but are not limited, to:• Participate as a senior team member in the design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise geospatial data systems• Ensure compliance with data standards, security protocols, and integrity best practices• Create and refine data schemas and metadata for new projects, ensuring compliance and consistency across the enterprise• Review and optimize ETL scripts used to migrate data from legacy systems into modern GIS databases using SQL, Python and other scripting languages• Guide and mentor junior staff in the Spatial Data Management Group, providing technical direction and delegating tasks as needed• Coordinate with the Database team on schema modifications, data migrations, and database upgradesThe primary purpose of the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Unit is to provide GIS services, direct all GIS based application systems development, reports, server/system architecture, and GIS system maintenance for the NCDOT infrastructure.• The GIS Team employs management, architects, application developers, GIS analysts, and subject matter experts to meet the growing business and technological needs of NCDOT departments and external users.• The GIS Team meets with NCDOT clients and gathers established strategic business requirements needed to create NCDOT GIS content, applications, and servers.• These applications are used to improve internal NCDOT user and external user productivity and communication.• The GIS Team continues to maintain these applications throughout the application’s lifecycle. The GIS Team also creates and maintains the internal and external GIS systems and services enterprise wide• In addition, the GIS Team determines project timelines, resources, and costs for each application project, and provides leadership, vision, and direction for Internal NCDOT and external GIS systems.Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesThe following Management Preferences are not required, but applicants that possess these skills are preferred:• Demonstrated ability to lead GIS projects, conduct requirements gathering, collaborate with stakeholders to align geospatial solutions with business needs and create necessary documentation for the projects using products like ServiceNow and Azure DevOps• Demonstrated experience in developing and/or managing Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL) processes, ensuring efficient data integration, migration, quality control of data and reporting data processing using ESRI suite of products, SQL Server and PostgreSQL• Demonstrated experience in establishing and enforcing GIS data standards and policies to ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance for edited and published spatial datasets within the ESRI suite of productsDiscover why NCDIT is the ideal destination for your professional growth - Why Work for NCDITMinimum Education and ExperienceSome state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.Bachelor's degree in computer science or an IT related field or related technical degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in business application consulting or developmentORAssociate degree in computer science or an IT related field from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience in application consulting or developmentORHigh School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and six years of experience in business application consulting or development; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.EEO StatementT he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.Recruiter:Tina Honeycutt HolmesRecruiter Email:[e-mail]