Senior Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst

City of Fort Lauderdale; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fort Lauderdale is seeking a highly skilled GIS Professional to support its Geographic Information Systems needs. The role includes administering GIS software, collaborating with various departments, and implementing innovative map-based solutions. This position offers additional management benefits and a vehicle allowance.

Benefits

Management Vacation Days

Vehicle Allowance of $250/month

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• At least three years of experience in GIS, particularly with ArcGIS.
• Possess a valid State of Florida driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Administers the City’s enterprise GIS.
• Installs and configures GIS software.
• Leads collaborative efforts to implement GIS solutions.

Skills

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Data analysis

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in computer science, geography, engineering, mathematics or a related field

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

This is advanced professional, technical, and administrative work of more than average difficulty in supporting the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) needs of the City. Works with departments and/or divisions to evaluate areas where the application of GIS can be used to facilitate improvements; configures and maintains map-centric web applications and web services; configures and maintains enterprise geodatabases in relational database management systems (RDBMS) software. Acts as a lead worker.

This job classification is included within the bargaining unit represented by Federation of Public Employees and therefore is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Federation of Public Employees.

This job classification is in Management Category III for benefits purposes, which includes Six (6) additional Management Vacation Days and a Vehicle Allowance of $250/month.

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performedwithin this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

• Participates in the administration of the City’s enterprise GIS
• Installs, configures, and maintains server-side GIS software
• Administers ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online
• Participates in the training and mentoring of GIS Analysts
• Makes recommendations for improvements to methodologies and procedures supporting the enterprise GIS
• Designs and implements data schemas for the City’s enterprise GIS database and for specific GIS solutions
• Conducts studies of City departments and their subcomponents to identify and implement added value uses of GIS and other location-based technologies
• Leads collaborative efforts to implement map-based solutions with sub-functions that include establishing requirements, formulating project plans, and managing timelines for implementation
• Designs and implements map-based solutions, many of which may be interactive solutions built using web technologies
• Implements configurable Esri applications and solution templates
• Creates and updates Esri web services
• Supports the data science and related data analytics needs of City departments, particularly those associated with data including a geographic component
• Creates scripts and tools for automating tasks and workflows
• Updates data in the City’s enterprise GIS database
• Provides ongoing software and data support to users of GIS software
• Conducts formal and informal training of GIS concepts and software
• Provides after hours technology support as needed
• Stays abreast of developments in the GIS field and other related technology disciplines
• Performs related work as required

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor's Degree in computer science, geography, engineering, mathematics or a related field.
2. At least three (3) years of experience in the GIS field to include experience administering and using ESRI's ArcGIS suite of software.
3. Additional qualifying experience or completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in a job-related field, may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience or education.
4. Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver’s license within 30 days of hire.
5. On-call availability to work nights, weekends and holidays.
6. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204) to the online application.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. An in-depth pre-employment background check including a limited scope polygraph will be conducted as part of thepost offer onboarding processasthis position is deemed security-sensitive.

As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The position involves light physical demands, such as exerting up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.

The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

Veterans' preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form(J-204)to the online application.