Geographic Information System Analyst III (Data Analytics & Business Intelligence [DBI] Dept., Non-Civil Service)

The City of Dallas is seeking a Geographic Information System Analyst III to support its geographic information systems through advanced analysis, programming, testing, and operational support. The role develops and maintains GIS applications, databases, software, hardware, and networks; prepares technical reports; coordinates GIS projects; and provides guidance and training to analysts and technicians.

Responsibilities:

• Provides daily operational support to departmental GIS users; troubleshoots GIS application problems and provides leadership for other analysts, technicians, customers, and department troubleshooting GIS and related queries
• Develops and creates web applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, ESRI's JavaScript API, Python, and Django; modifies and maintains existing GIS applications and software to improve system efficiency; writes and modifies programs and documentation, tests, debugs, and assists in teaching users how to use newly developed or refined software
• Provides programming, coding, testing, and analysis to support the continual development and refinement of the City’s geographic information systems; ensures quality of other GIS Technician projects and provides feedback for improvement
• Prepares technical and operational reports relative to geographical information models and problems; delivers updated zoning and property description information and checks GIS numbers related; amends dockets, maps, and other exhibits to deliver the most accurate analysis
• Provides guidance to technicians on projects; trains and assists GIS analyst and technicians on the effective use of databases, software, and other GIS equipment and tools
• Coordinates with department divisions to develop GIS databases for their facilities; prepares reports for construction site inspections, industrial facility inspections, and outfall inspections; drafts performance measure reports; maintains sanding and sweeping routes and regularly updates maps and requirements
• Assists in specification development, acquisition, installation and maintenance of software, hardware, and network materials to ensure smooth deployment of the GIS; provides daily, operational support to end user and systems in all areas of GIS deployment and use
• Analyzes current and future software and hardware needs to determine modifications, additions, and deletions to existing system; makes recommendations to improve system reliance and performance
• Creates advanced reports as required based on GIS databases, customer activities, applications submitted, department activities, and other GIS related work
• Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Planning, Computer Science, Information Systems, Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math field
• Two (2) years of experience designing and/or implementing Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Valid driver's license with good driving record
• A high school diploma or GED plus six (6) years of experience will meet the education and experience requirements
• An associate's degree in any field plus four (4) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements
• A bachelor's degree or higher in a non-specified field plus four (4) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements
• A bachelor's degree or higher in a non-specified field plus a valid GIS certification plus four (4) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements
• Experience with one (1) or more of the following: JavaScript, Python, ArcPy, C#, Java, Visual Basic, and/or PowerShell
• Experience with one (1) or more of the following: SQL Server, Oracle, Standard Query Language (SQL), Structured Query Language (SQL), PL-SQL, Transact-SQL
• Knowledge of graphics and mapping techniques and procedures
• Knowledge of GIS applications for mapping, notification, and zoning uses
• Knowledge of analytics and methods of analysis
• Knowledge of systems analysis techniques and relational database systems
• Knowledge of computer programming and ability to use geographic information software
• Knowledge of various software for use in graphics and mapping projects
• Knowledge of City of Dallas zoning ordinances
• Knowledge of project management and project coordination
• Ability to lead and assist other analysts and technicians ensuring quality delivery of services and GIS data
• Ability to make field observations
• Ability to operate reproduction equipment
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships