Geographic Information Systems Analyst I/II

County of Tulare; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tulare County Information Communications Technology department in Visalia seeks a GIS professional to maintain spatial databases, develop maps from survey records and parcel data, and integrate external data with internal datasets. Strong CAD/GIS literacy and data management skills are required.

Level I/II roles offer progression with education and experience requirements; a bachelor's degree and experience in surveying, drafting or GIS are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with coursework in civil engineering, surveying, drafting, geography, CS or systems analysis.
• 1 year of experience in surveying, drafting, computer systems support, programming, systems analysis or data management (Level I).
• 3 years of experience in surveying, drafting, computer systems support, programming, systems analysis or data management or 1 year as GIS Analyst I; 1 year supervisory experience (Level II).
• Knowledge of map data, CAD, GIS concepts, and data structures; familiarity with Autocad, ArcView, ArcInfo; and integration of data from various sources.

Responsibilities

• Maintain spatial databases.
• Develop digital maps from survey records, parcel maps, deeds and other data sources.
• Integrate external map data with in-house data.

Skills

Map reading

Aerial photo interpretation

Contract specifications literacy

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in geography, surveying, civil engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcView

ArcInfo

GIS data management

Job description

This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies for those County departments that have this position, which are the TCICT and RMA offices. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies within these departments, please submit an online application for consideration.

Current vacancy is with the Tulare County Information Communications Technology department in Visalia.

Salary Ranges

Level I: $6,101 - $7,435 Monthly
Level II: $6,737 - $8,211 Monthly

Duty Sample

• Maintain spatial databases.
• Develop digital maps using records of survey, Assessor’s parcel maps, deeds, and other hard copy maps or pertinent data sources.
• Integrate electronic map data imported from outside sources with in-house data.

• Analyze county-wide procedures for creating, maintaining and distributing map data.
• Evaluate the availability and quality of map source data, according to the accepted principles of surveying.
• Write import/export, quality control, and edit programs to convert AutoCAD or other format electronic maps into GIS format.

For a full list of duties for Level I, please click here.

For a full list of duties for Level II, please click here.

Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.

Education Level I/II

• Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in civil engineering, surveying, drafting, geography, computer science or systems analysis.

Experience

Level I:

• One (1) year of responsible experience in surveying, drafting, computer systems support, computer programming, systems analysis and/or data management.

Level II:

• Three (3) years of responsible experience in surveying, drafting, computer systems support, computer programming, systems analysis and/or data management or one year equivalent to a GIS Analyst I. One year of supervisory experience desirable.

Knowledge of

• Legal documents and descriptions
• Basic drafting and design practices
• File structures for spatial and attribute data.
• Database and teleprocessing programming techniques.
• Computer equipment and its use.
• Various types of software applications, such as word processing, spreadsheet, AutoCAD, ArcView, ArcInfo.
• Terminology and nomenclature relevant to geographic information systems surveying.
• Mapping.
• Computer-aided drafting and design (CADD) and computer science.

In addition to the above, Level II:

• County government structure and procedures.
• Principles of cadastral and geodetic surveying.
• Organization and management analysis methods and procedures.
• LAN, WAN, and Internet concepts.
• Relevant engineering principles, terminology and nomenclature.

Skill/Ability to

• Use of personal computers and peripheral devices, such as printers, plotters, and scanners.
• Read and interpret maps of all types including governmental sectional surveys.
• Read and interpret aerial photos.
• Use mapping and drafting symbols correctly.
• Read and understand technical material such as computer manuals.
• Read and understand contract specifications, engineering blueprints, maps and project plans.
• Prepare drawings on a computer work station and operate scanners, plotters and printers.
• Develop end-user applications using appropriate programming languages.
• Follow verbal and written instructions and coordinate work and others.
• Maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other departments, state agencies and outside organizations.
• Adjust to changes in work assignments.
• Work independently and under pressure of meeting deadlines.

In addition to the above, Level II:

• Develop systems and procedures, such as computer applications, to ensure an efficient and effective flow of multi-departmental information and records.
• Apply the principles and techniques of systems analysis, administration and management analysis to the gathering, organizing and interpretation of data.
• Develop recommendations and assist in implementing solutions to problems.
• Work with minimal direct supervision and under pressure of meeting deadlines.
• Convey instructions and procedures, and train staff on computer usage.

License or Certificate

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.

Conditions of Employment

Candidates selected may be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act

This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER