Lead GIS Analyst — Enterprise Mapping & Analytics

Sacramento Suburban Water District; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sacramento Suburban Water District is seeking a GIS Analyst to manage and advance its Geographical Information System. You will oversee data updates, map production, and GIS workflows across departments, ensuring data integrity and accessibility for planning and operations.

The role requires strong GIS technical skills, experience with ESRI software, and the ability to supervise staff, coordinate with IT, and contribute to budgeting and policy development.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GIS concepts, data conversion, and mapping techniques.
• Experience leading staff and supervising GIS operations.
• Proficiency with ESRI software and relational databases.
• Ability to design, develop, and maintain GIS databases and applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversees enterprise GIS platform and manages data quality and sources.
• Analyzes data and produces maps and reports for district use.
• Plans and directs GIS staff, budgets, and procurement.
• Develops GIS protocols, training, and project management.

Skills

GIS design

Lead supervision

Data analysis

Programming (Python)

Database concepts

ESRI GIS

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in GIS or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

PostgreSQL/SQL Server

Job description

Sacramento Suburban Water District is seeking a GIS Analyst to manage and advance its Geographical Information System. You will oversee data updates, map production, and GIS workflows across departments, ensuring data integrity and accessibility for planning and operations.

The role requires strong GIS technical skills, experience with ESRI software, and the ability to supervise staff, coordinate with IT, and contribute to budgeting and policy development.