Geographic Information Systems Analyst

City of Hollywood, FL; Florida; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Hollywood, FL is seeking a GIS Technician to support the GIS, Facility Management, and utilities data systems using ESRI, ArcGIS, and AutoCAD. You will manage GIS layers, perform data analysis, and assist in the development of utility design records under supervision.

Responsibilities include creating interfaces for engineering analyses, maintaining geodatabases, coordinating with department staff, and preparing reports and drawings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in geography/cartography/engineering/CS or related field
• Minimum 3 years GIS experience in water/wastewater/stormwater
• Valid Florida driver’s license
• Master’s degree preferred with 5+ years experience (substitutions allowed)

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with GIS interfaces for analysis and planning.
• Query GIS databases to create reports on water facilities.
• Maintain and update GIS layers and geodatabases.
• Coordinate with departments on standard designs and procedures.

Skills

GIS software

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

Data analysis

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Cartography, Engineering, Computer Science or related field

Master’s degree in Geography, Cartography, Engineering, Computer Science or related field

Valid Florida driver's license

Tools

ArcMap / ArcGIS Desktop

Trimble GPS

Job description

Looking for a results driven professional with proven leadership, organizational skills, and a strong commitment to team environment dynamics. Come to a City that Builds Careers! As one of the largest cities in Broward County, the City of Hollywood provides an energetic, innovative and collaborative work environment for its employees. Want Top Notch Insurance? We offer low cost health insurance giving you the best value - Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Plans. Need Work Life Balance? We have got you covered with a 4-Day Work Week and an Award Winning Wellness Program. And We Don’t Stop There. The City of Hollywood provides a generous Paid Time Off Program inclusive of 13 Paid Holidays, Vacation Leave, Personal Leave, and Sick Leave. Repaying Student Loans? Employees at the City with 10 years of public service and on‑time payments qualify for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Let’s Partner Together and Come Grow with the City of Hollywood.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director/Engineering and Construction Services or Designee, performs challenging technical tasks using ESRI, ArcGIS and AutoCAD software and/or other interactive application software to support the reliable operation of the department’s GIS, Facility Management, and job design software. Key responsibilities include project management; analyzing user requirements; creating, integrating and maintaining interactive GIS applications, GIS layers and City databases. Performs moderately demanding tasks to assist in the customization of software and applications related to public utility operations. Work is performed independently under general direction.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists Department Engineers or designated staff with the development of interfaces required for engineering analysis and planning using the GIS databases and associated software.
• Performs queries and data analysis of GIS database to create reports on water, wastewater and storm water facilities and infrastructure.
• Develops, updates and improves the GIS layers, edits features and attributes in the GIS using ArcMap, and makes modifications to the geo database to meet current needs within the department and for other internal users.
• Assists in the maintenance and integrity of a versioned enterprise GIS database and execute related changes to associated schema.
• Reviews and approves all GIS project documents prior to submittal to the Assistant Director/Engineering and Construction Services or Designee for final approval.
• Works with Department staff; Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater Operations; and GIS Analysts and Technicians in the development of utilities standard designs, procedures, and practices.
• Maintains metadata for various GIS features classes, QA/QC of utility data before entering into GIS, and field data collection using Trimble GPS hardware and software.
• Creates customized mapping processes to automate map production using ArcGIS desktop and Web GIS software.
• Participates in GIS coordination with other Departments and local agencies in data layer sharing and development of standardized products and procedures.
• Performs GIS hardware installations, software installations, mapping, database development, computer programming, GIS specific computer troubleshooting.
• Assists in the preparation and evaluation of “Requests for Proposals” for GIS consultant services and assists the Utilities Manager/Supervising Engineer or designated staff in the administration of consultant contracts.
• Determines annual department GIS and AutoCAD software licensing requirements and budgetary needs.
• Designs and develops custom software code for GIS applications.
• Performs conversions of various surveys, maps, and databases into suitable GIS formats and vice versa.
• Integrates the City’s GIS database into vendor supplied solutions.
• Conducts user needs assessments and recommends implementation of GIS needs and development of future GIS related products.
• Searches for and interprets legal descriptions for land parcels needed for easements and rights-of-way that are difficult in nature. Examines related property abstracts, checks for accuracy and consistency, and prepares maps, sketches and verbiage for utility easements.
• Prepares drawings, details, profiles, maps and design documents for utility systems using ArcMap or AutoCAD when required by Department.
• Effectively and positively represents the City in delivering and performing work with colleagues and clients, irrespective of gender, race, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, or sexual orientation.
• Establish and maintain effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors and managers.

• Performs related work as required for this position description only.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, Cartography, Engineering, Computer Science or a related field is required. In addition, a minimum of three (3) years of GIS experience in Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater or related field with at least one (1) year in a GIS Technician position with a comparable utility or consulting firm performing computer aided drafting and/or GIS mapping. A specialized 4-year GIS degree may be substituted for some of the experience requirements. A valid State of Florida Driver's License is required.

Preferred:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s Degree in Geography, Cartography, Engineering, Computer Science or a related field is required. In addition, a minimum of five (5) years of GIS experience in Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater or related field with at least two (2) years in a GIS Technician position with a comparable utility or consulting firm performing computer aided drafting and/or GIS mapping.

Additional education and experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for