GIS Jr Analyst

Grayson County, Texas; Sherman (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

Grayson County is seeking a GIS Junior Analyst to design, develop, and support GIS solutions for the Development Services Department. The role involves creating GIS databases, publishing internal and public GIS services, and assisting with the interoperable GIS initiatives.

You will work with ESRI software including ArcGIS Pro 3.0+, manage data quality, and support emergency management and planning teams. A related associate degree is required, with a preference for a bachelor’s and a GISP

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience with ESRI software, including ArcPro 3.0+ and GIS design, development and administration.
• Associate Degree in Geographic Information Systems or closely related field; Bachelor preferred.
• GISP Certificate is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement GIS applications, tools, workflows, and database models.
• Create, maintain, and update GIS databases, layers, maps, templates, and datasets.
• Develop and publish GIS services for internal and public use, including ArcGIS Online web applications.
• Administer GIS servers, workstations, and system software; install updates and troubleshoot issues.
• Manage system access, permissions, and security for GIS users.
• Produce maps and spatial analyses for planning, development, emergency management, law enforcement, and economic development.

Skills

ESRI ArcGIS

ArcPro 3.0+

GIS analysis

Database development

Education

Associate Degree in Geographic Information Systems

Bachelor degree preferred

GISP Certificate desirable

Tools

AutoCAD

SQL Server

Microsoft Access

Job description

GRAYSON COUNTY JOB POSTINGEqual Opportunity Employer.

Date Posted: October 23, 2026

Position: GIS Jr Analyst

Department: Development Services

Salary: $50,000 Annually

Duties: The GIS Jr. Analyst performs computer applications and database design, development, and implementation services for departmental users utilizing Geographic Information System (GIS) technology; supports the GIS environment, policies and procedures, standards, and the accuracy and consistency of the GIS information. In addition, the GIS Jr. Analyst assists the Director as required in the day-to-day operations of the Grayson County Development Services Department and must work effectively with managers and users at all levels.

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement GIS applications, tools, workflows, and database models.
• Create, maintain, and update GIS databases, layers, maps, templates, and datasets.
• Develop and publish GIS services for internal and public use, including ArcGIS Online web applications.
• Administer GIS servers, workstations, and system software; install updates and troubleshoot issues.
• Manage system access, permissions, and security for GIS users.
• Transpose and integrate data from record maps, CAD drawings, land base maps, demographic models, and other sources into GIS databases.
• Participate in developing and maintaining GIS policies and procedures to ensure data accuracy and consistency.
• Provide technical assistance to developers to ensure compliance with county requirements.
• Respond to GIS information requests from the public, other agencies, and county staff.
• Assist with processing applications and entering data into the work order system.
• Answer incoming calls and assist customers with inquiries related to GIS and development services.
• Prepare technical reports, maps, illustrations, correspondence, and graphic materials.
• Produce maps and spatial analyses for planning, development, emergency management, law enforcement, and economic development.
• Provide onsite Emergency Operations Center support during incidents when the EOC is activated and requires active GIS support.
• Assist Development Services in a new joint project with the Office of Emergency Management: designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining an interoperable GIS “system of systems.” This project will bring together into a single suite the GIS products available and utilized by all Grayson County Departments to provide a more cohesive common operating picture and environment.
• Provide training and support to staff on GIS tools, applications, and workflows.
• Assist the Director with daily operations of the Development Services Department.
• Perform skilled and technical duties related to permitting, inspections, planning, and other departmental functions.
• Handle cash, check, money order, and credit/debit card transactions.
• Participate in interdepartmental projects requiring GIS support.
• Maintain documentation of GIS processes, datasets, and system configurations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications&

Requirements:

Education/Training/Experience

• 2 years’ experience with ESRI software, including ArcPro 3.0+ above with professional-level experience in the design, development, implementation and administration of geographic information systems, including analysis and database development and integration and ArcGIS Online.
• Associate Degree in Geographic Information Systems or closely related field (Bachelor degree preferred).
• A GISP Certificate is highly desirable.

Knowledge Of

• Principles, practices, concepts and techniques of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) theory and function; including computer mapping and attribute data conversion, transfer, manipulation and analysis
• Principles and practices of mapping coordinate systems, projections and scale
• Principles and practices of database structures, design and database management
• ESRI ArcGIS software family, AutoCAD, Microsoft Access, SQL Server and other mapping and GIS software
• Equipment needed for GIS development, including workstations, printers, plotters, communications devices, scanners and other related peripheral devices

Ability to

• Produce maps, datasets and reports using GIS; independently perform advanced GIS assignments with initiative and creativity
• Understand emerging GIS technologies and their application to improve County services
• Analyze complex problems, evaluate alternatives, and make sound, well-structured recommendations
• Read and interpret surveys, legal descriptions, cartography, engineering documents, construction plans, and aerial and orthophotography
• Perform moderately complex technical computations, compile or analyze GIS data, and develop mapping products
• Prepare and present clear and well-organized written and oral reports to County staff and other groups as required
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other County employees/ departments, County officials, and the public

Benefits

• Excellent employer paid health insurance, vacation, sick leave, retirement plan and paid holidays.
• Many options for employee paid voluntary products.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to request assistance during the application process by calling 903.813.4091.