Lead Systems Analyst - GIS

City of Georgetown, TX; United States; On-site; USD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Georgetown, Texas seeks an IT Lead Systems Analyst for GIS to guide advanced technical staff in delivering mission-critical GIS systems. You will design geospatial solutions, manage GIS infrastructure, and provide expert support for spatial data and applications using Esri ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, and related tools.

You will collaborate with stakeholders, lead data standards development, and oversee database and server management, scripting, and integration projects within

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS or related field.
• Three years of full‑time GIS experience including database admin and enterprise GIS management.
• Preference for GIS Professional or Esri Certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical GIS projects and processes for the City.
• Develop and edit GIS databases including spatial data design.
• Manage system integrations with ESRI/FME and Asset Management Software.
• Maintain server and database configurations and implement change controls.
• Develop and troubleshoot web services using ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online.

Skills

GIS collaboration

Geospatial analysis

Scripting (Python/JavaScript)

ETL tooling

SQL scripting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in GIS or related field

Tools

ArcGIS Enterprise

ArcGIS Online

ArcGIS Server

Microsoft SQL Server

FME

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. This position leads advanced technical staff in ensuring that mission‑critical systems meet technical requirements. This position is primarily responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of the City’s Geographic‐Information‐System (GIS) and its integration with enterprise software systems. The IT Lead Systems Analyst for GIS collaborates with stakeholders to design geospatial solutions, manage GIS infrastructure, and provide expert‑level support for spatial data and applications. This role requires advanced knowledge of GIS technology, enterprise database management, multi‑system integrations, and project management. Applicants are required to attach a resume.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Collaborates with the GIS Supervisor on the most technical GIS projects and processes for the City.
• Works with City staff in the development of GIS databases including spatial data design, collection, development, and editing.
• Leads and manages system integrations, specifically integrations involving ESRI software, FME software, and Asset Management Software
• Maintains standardized server and database configurations and executing change controls.
• Operates and manages database and server(s), including initial setup and configuration, support during application implementation, go‑live and ongoing operational monitoring/tuning.
• Develops, maintains, and troubleshoots web services and applications using Esri’s ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online.
• Provides technical support for GIS users in multiple departments throughout the organization.
• Utilizes Esri’s ArcGIS Enterprise and Microsoft SQL Server to perform management and maintenance of spatial databases.
• Implements, maintains and troubleshoots departmental servers.
• Monitors and/or reviews system activity, progress, and performance reports of databases, to ensure accurate, appropriate, and effective use of data, including database definition, structure, documentation, long‑range requirements, and operational guidelines to continually seek opportunities for improvement.
• Creates and maintains documentation related to job functions.
• Writes scripts and processes to perform routine data maintenance and other tasks.
• Represents the City and coordinates with other agencies in the development of data standards.
• Evaluates information and data from outside sources, determines the quality of the data, and converts data to assist users.
• May plan, assign, and/or supervise the work of others.
• Coordinate and perform GIS‑related training for users.
• Assists with system administration duties including updating tables, troubleshooting and documenting problems and resolutions, assisting with conversions and upgrades, and acting as a liaison between the user department and Information Technology Department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training, and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Three (3) years of full‑time relevant GIS experience, including database administration and enterprise GIS management.
• Work experience may substitute for 30 semester hours of required education, with a maximum substitution of two (2) years.

Knowledge of

• GIS principles, cartography, geospatial analysis, and geographic coordinate systems.
• Advanced ESRI GIS software (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS for Server).
• Database management systems (Microsoft SQL Server, ArcGIS SDE, ArcGIS Datastore).
• System networking, server administration, ports, firewalls, and web services.
• Scripting and programming languages (Python, JavaScript, SQL, FME).
• Techniques and best practices of project management.
• Assessing software systems’ ability to meet the needs of large‑scale, critical business operations.
• Local government operations, public service delivery, and regulatory requirements.
• Research techniques, IT best practices, and knowledge of contemporary issues in Geographic Information Systems and Information Technology.

Skill in

• Collaborating and communicating with technical staff, system stakeholders, and managers.
• Utilizing the advanced functions of Esri’s ArcGIS suite of software specifically ArcGIS Enterprise and Utility Networks Server maintenance and administration.
• Creating GIS web mapping applications and web services using tools such as Esri’s ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS for Server.
• Includes understanding of HTML and JavaScript.
• Microsoft SQL Server.
• Computer scripting/programming languages (Python, JavaScript).
• Proficient in extract, transform, and load (ETL) tools such as FME.
• Presenting complex concepts to audiences of different levels of technical sophistication.
• Reading and understanding technical manuals, business documents, policies and procedures, and system documentation.
• Writing clear, accurate, timely documentation.
• Writing clear concise memos in non‑technical terminology to brief managers and supervisors.
• Exercising sound judgment in interpretations and decisions on matters significantly affecting operations and costs; able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, clients, citizens, vendors.
• Ability to gain and maintain the trust and confidence of others and the organization through consistency and reliability.
• Solving problems, testing, installing, and implementing geographic information system programs; and in troubleshooting system issues.
• Ability to define, analyze, and find solutions for difficult or complex problems.
• Plan, assign, and/or supervise the work of others.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Class "C" Texas driver’s license required.
• Out-of-state license holders must have a valid license and provide a three‑year driving history.
• Preferred: GIS Professional (GISP) Certification or Esri Technical Certification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Work is performed in an office setting with occasional fieldwork in varying weather conditions.
• Requires standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, vision, hearing, and talking.

Hiring Range: $87,539.92 - $109,657.60, annually.

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Regular‑Full time

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! The City of Georgetown, Texas, with a population of 106,907 (July 2025), is located 30 miles north of Austin along I‑35. Known for its engaged, educated community, award‑winning parks and trails, and small‑town character amid rapid growth, Georgetown is guided by five core values: Integrity, Respect, Service, People‑centered, and Adaptability.

The City of Georgetown is an equal opportunity employer.

Offers of employment with the City of Georgetown is contingent upon:

• Proof of education, certification(s) and experience as listed on the employment application based on the job posting requirements.
• Satisfactory results from a pre‑employment drug screening, criminal history background and driving record check.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• * *The City of Georgetown confirms verification of employment using E‑Verify.

E-Verify checks the information against records held by the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm whether the employee is legally eligible to work in the U.S.

For more information about the City of Georgetown, visit our website at https://www.georgetowntexas.gov