Assoc GIS Developer

Las Vegas Valley Water; United States; On-site; USD 93,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Las Vegas Valley Water is seeking a qualified GIS professional to join our team as a GIS Analyst. You will create, process, edit and maintain GIS databases and build data displays, reports and analyses to support water resources and operations.

The role involves developing ESRI mobile apps and dashboards to support business reporting and decision making. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in GIS or related field and at least 3 years of GIS experience, plus a valid Nevada driver’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, geospatial sciences, remote sensing, civil engineering, computer science or related field.
• 3 years of progressively responsible experience using GIS to produce analytical and cartographic products and services.
• Valid Nevada driver’s license and insurability under LVVWD policy.

Responsibilities

• Create, process, edit and maintain GIS databases and related datasets for research and analysis.
• Develop maps, data displays, reports and analyses using ESRI GIS tools.
• Design and deploy ESRI mobile apps (Survey123, ArcGIS Field Maps, QuickCapture).
• Craft ArcGIS Experience Builder apps and Dashboards for business reporting.

Skills

GIS concepts

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in GIS or geospatial sciences

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Enterprise

ArcGIS Field Maps

Survey123

ArcGIS Experience Builder

ArcGIS Dashboards

Python (ArcPy)

ArcGIS API for Python

ETL (FME)

Job description

Open Date: 08/06/26 Close Date: 08/27/26 Salary: $102,968.00 per year Job Type: Regular Location: Molasky Corporate Center, 100 City Parkway, Las Vegas Hours of Work: 4/10s; M-Th 7am-6pm

Introduction

Human Resources will screen applications and supplemental questionnaires. Candidates possessing the strongest skills and experience for this position will be forwarded to the hiring department for further evaluation and to determine who will be invited to the formal interview process. The successful candidate may be required to pass a job-related physical evaluation.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidatedemonstratesa strong balance of ESRI platformproficiency, GIS software development experience, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment; and has knowledge andexperience with the ESRI Water Utility Network (WUN) model, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, ESRI web services, and enterprise GIS database design.The candidateshould have experience using, configuring, implementing formlogicand deployingESRI mobile app solutions (Survey123, ArcGIS Field Maps,QuickCapture); be proficientdesigning and developingArcGIS Experience Builderappsand ArcGIS Dashboards that support business reporting and analysis; and has experience with scripting and automation skills, including experience with Python (ArcPyand the ArcGIS API for Python) and ETL processes using tools such as Safe Software FME.The ideal candidatedemonstratesa collaborative mindset, actively contributing ideas, sharing knowledge, and supporting team success. They are also committed to continuous learning and staying current with emerging GIS technologies, development practices, and industry trends.

General Purpose

Under general supervision, utilizes geographic information and related systems capabilities, tools and utilities and geospatial data to create custom maps, data displays, reports, analyses and other products; creates, processes, edits and maintains GIS databases and natural resources datasets and associated layers for research and analysis; and performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of: Geographic information system concepts, principles, tools and analytical techniques, including computerized mapping and attribute-data conversion, manipulation and analysis; cartographic and graphic design principles and best practices; applicable programming languages and tools; remote sensing concepts, principles and analytical methods and techniques, including feature extraction, vegetation analysis and change detection and processing and analysis of digital elevation data; relational database systems including architectures, design and development principles and administration tools; data editing concepts and tools in a versioned database environment; remote sensing (raster) database design and structure; geographic, geological and feature and terrain analysis applicable to the work; civil engineering design concepts, methods and terminology applicable to the display of spatial relationships of facilities data; analytical techniques using computer science, GIS and remote sensing technologies; GPS system concepts and analytical techniques; structure and operations of CAD systems and applications.

Ability to

• Plan, organize and complete GIS-based analytical and mapping projects to develop a variety of products and services to meet user needs in a timely manner; identify geo-data and information management issues and opportunities, analyze problems and alternatives and develop sound conclusions and recommendations; set priorities and carry out assigned projects to most effectively meet customer needs; use ESRI ArcGIS, ESRI ArcSDE, Intergraph or other remote sensing software and other software as required in carrying out assignments; develop and implement appropriate procedures and prepare accurate GIS products and services that communicate effectively to varied audiences through visual media; communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing; prepare clear, concise and accurate products in a variety of formats, project documentation and reports and other written materials; exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines; establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, co-workers, representatives of other departments and divisions, professionals in other public agencies and others encountered in the course of work.

Training and Experience

A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from a four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in GIS, geospatial sciences, remote sensing, civil engineering, computer science or a related field; and three years of increasingly responsible experience in the uses and administration of geographical information systems to produce analytical and cartographic products and services; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements

• A valid Nevada driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District’s Vehicle Insurance Policy.

Physical and Mental Demands

Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to walk, stand or sit; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone and/or two-way radio; use hands to repetitively finger, handle, feel or operate standard computers, other office equipment and field data collection devices; and reach with hands and arms. Employees are occasionally required to lift objects weighing up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. Employees may be required to hear signal warnings while working around moving mechanical equipment and to differentiate operating equipment sounds.

Mental Demands While performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to use oral and written communication skills; read and interpret complex data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; learn and apply new skills or information; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under changing and intensive deadlines with frequent interruptions; and interact with managers, employees, vendors and other encountered in the course of work.

For any questions regarding this announcement, please contact LVVWD Recruitment at [e-mail].

For questions or concerns regarding the application process, please contact Human Resources at [phone], Monday - Thursday, 7am - 6pm.

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