GIS & IT Analyst I — Hybrid, Entry-Level Data & Maps

Sacbar; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent medical, dental, life,vision

401(k) plan with matching

Retirement benefits (CalPERS)

Tuition reimbursement

Training and advancement opportunities

Excellent working environment

Public transportation reimbursements

Hub of public transportation: rail,sub

On-site fitness center

Job summary

Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is seeking an entry-level Information Technology GIS Analyst I in Los Angeles, CA. The role supports GIS operations, data management, and technical support under supervision.

You will assist with maintaining GIS information, troubleshooting hardware and software, and creating maps and reports to help users understand geographic data. Hybrid work schedule with some in-person and remote days is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, or related Information Technology field.
• Entry-level position; willingness to learn under supervision.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technology and GIS support by troubleshooting hardware, software, GIS applications, and related technical issues; responds to customer questions and assists users in identifying practical solutions to technology and GIS-related needs.
• Contribute to GIS and technology projects by participating as a member of project teams, assisting with assigned tasks, coordinating project activities, and gaining hands-on experience with organizational GIS initiatives and technology solutions.
• Maintains and enhances GIS data by entering, updating, organizing, validating, and processing spatial and attribute information to support the accuracy, integrity, and usability of GIS databases and applications.
• Assists with GIS data processing and quality control by reviewing information for completeness and accuracy, identifying potential discrepancies, and supporting established procedures for maintaining reliable geographic data.
• Performs research and related technical tasks as assigned, helping to gather, organize, interpret, and present geographic and technology-related information in support of departmental operations.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, or related Information Technology field

Job description

Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is seeking an entry-level Information Technology GIS Analyst I in Los Angeles, CA. The role supports GIS operations, data management, and technical support under supervision.

You will assist with maintaining GIS information, troubleshooting hardware and software, and creating maps and reports to help users understand geographic data. Hybrid work schedule with some in-person and remote days is expected.