GIS Analyst, Senior

Description

GIS Analyst, Senior
Do you want to take your career to the next level? Bring your GIS technical expertise to the Snohomish County Public Works Engineering Services Survey Group as a GIS Analyst, Senior to support the Public Works Asset Maintenance and Management System (AMMS) as well as providing essential overall Geographic Information System (GIS) support.

About the Position
As a GIS Analyst, Senior you will provide significant internal efficiencies through developing, analyzing, and maintaining a wide variety of GIS information and layers important to the AMMS, Public Works Asset Inventory and other Public Works GIS programs.

Snohomish County uses ESRI’s ArcMAP and ArcGIS Online software as our GIS platform and integrates the GIS data with Cartegraph software for our asset management. As GIS Analyst, Senior you will help integrate our GIS data with Cartegraph, create automated geoprocesses, improve existing data, build web apps and be an indispensable part of the GIS Asset Maintenance and Management System team in collecting and documenting all of Snohomish County’s road assets including road striping, sidewalks, guardrails, signs, pavement, curbs and more. Hundreds of Public Works employees use the information this team collects to perform maintenance of Snohomish County’s road system.

Qualified candidates will have:

• Advanced knowledge of ArcMAP, Python scripting, ArcGIS Enterprise (including REST services, Web Appbuilder and ArcGIS Online) and Cartegraph;
• Ability to collaborate and form strong partnerships with Snohomish County GIS professional and work group, key partner and colleagues;
• Strong leadership and communication skills; and
• Strong problem-solving skills,

About Engineering Services
Our Engineering Services Division in Public Works encourages a strong team environment for employees to develop career pathways with growth potential and personal satisfaction knowing their role contributes to well-constructed projects for the citizens of Snohomish County.

About Snohomish County Public Works Department
Public Works is the largest department in the Snohomish County government with approximately 600 employees. Snohomish County is one of the fastest growing counties in the nation according to the U.S. Census Bureau. This growth presents many challenges for the Public Works department in maintaining and improving critical infrastructure such as roads and bridges, managing the solid waste and recycling needs of county residents, and monitoring surface water issues. Visit the Public Works webpage to learn more.

When joining Public Works, you will work in an environment where innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement is highly encouraged and supported. We strive to not only provide a meaningful job, but a lifelong career at Snohomish County.

Declaration of Emergency
Snohomish County is currently under a Declaration of Emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The County has put in place initiatives to protect the health of its employees, and as a result, this position may temporarily be assigned to telework. There may be occasions when this position may be required to come into the office to perform certain job duties. Safety guidelines in compliance with the state, CDC and Snohomish County Health District are required to be followed during those times.

Benefits
Snohomish County is a great place to live, work, play, and raise a family. We are proud to offer an outstanding benefit package to employees and their dependents. We offer competitive wages; job flexibility and stability; pension opportunities; and employer paid ORCA cards. Snohomish County will be invested in your success and growth and offers the following benefits to our employees:

• Flexible work schedules for some positions
• Sick leave: You will accrue sick leave each month
• Vacation Leave: you will accrue vacation each month. Your leave accruals increase based on your years of employment with the County.
• Holiday Pay: The County observes 10 paid legal holidays per year and provides employees with two floating holidays annually.
• Pension Benefits: County employees are eligible for Washington State PERS enrollment.
• Benefits: The County offers a wide range of benefits including, medical, and dental, vision, life insurance, LTD, deferred compensation and more.
• Pay Increases: You will be eligible for a 5% annual step increase until you reach the top step.

Job Duties

BASIC FUNCTION

Performs complex duties in support of County and departmental Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analysis, functions, processing, application design, development, and testing of GIS software, hardware, and geospatial data management systems. This position works in coordination with the Department of Information Technology (DoIT).

STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Engages in complex GIS analysis and other datasets; reviews and manipulates records of spatial and tabular data.
• Performs advanced programming and development of cross-platform, multi-function, interactive applications involving graphical interfaces for multiple end-users. This may include determining requirements, design, implementation, debugging, and deployment within GIS, network, and web-based environments.
• Contributes to, evaluates, and leads projects by reviewing existing county data, recommending data needs, accessing available digital data from outside sources, and determines analyses to fulfill project provisions.
• Analyzes GIS data requirements and configures digital data design, assembly, conversion, compilation, and maintenance procedures essential for long term applications.
• Coordinates with consultants, scientists, engineers, planners and other professionals on GIS analysis projects, including determines data requirements and project specifications.
• Develops and provides training on the use, development, and management of geospatial data sets.
• Coordinates and directs collection of field data by professional and technical personnel; develops data standards and methodology for data collection; ensures completed work complies with data standards.
• Prepares and reviews reports, presentations, and metadata to describe application procedures, data requirements, software functions, status, and change management; attends and presents at conferences.
• Develops and supports department and countywide spatial database directory, structure, schema, and configurations per organizational standards; including database administration, data management through replication/syncing tasks, setting privileges, versioning, and domain coded-values for staff within geodatabase environments.
• Assists and provides technical support to staff and customers on GIS requests, which include data extractions, map products and applications, plus on-the-fly data inquiries.
• Provides quality assurance, quality control, and user acceptance testing for projects using established methodology and best practices. Coordinates enterprise-level GIS services, policies, standards, and procedures with other County professionals.
• Acts as GIS resource on various technical advisory committees, commissions, and interest groups.
• Operates GIS equipment, including large format printers, storage media, and viewing devices.
• Assists with updating, revising, design, and maintenance of maps, surveys, plats, legal descriptions, codes, decisions, and reports; supports the interpretation, digitization, acquisition, and processing of remotely sensed data, aerial photography, and satellite imagery.
• Researches and collects data from county and non-county sources for applications, products, and services.

STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIES

• May arrange for, set up, and/or participate in public meetings, hearings, emergency management, executive, and council sessions.
• May collect field data using a Global Positioning System (GPS) or other equipment as needed.
• May be required to perform all the duties of subordinate classifications.
• Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree in GIS, geography, computer science, engineering, planning, natural resources or related field; AND two (2) years of GIS or automated mapping experience; OR any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Must pass job related tests.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's Degree preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

A valid Washington State Driver's license may be required in some divisions for employment.

Additional Information

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• current GIS technologies and industry trends
• analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
• visual communication and data mapping theories
• GIS application development, programming, and/or GIS related technologies
• GIS production of complex cartographic and other spatial data displays
• GIS web-mapping applications served to internal and external users
• project management, planning, organization, and customer service skills
• database techniques to process and analyze geo-spatial datasets
• scientific research and data collection techniques
• User Acceptance Testing, metadata, hardware/software configurations, and GIS standards

Ability to:

• communicate effectively by oral, written, and by other graphical means
• read, understand, and apply technical manuals and procedures
• maintain required records and prepare necessary reports
• independently analyze problems and assist others in GIS analysis
• apply critical thinking and problem solving skills to business needs
• learn new programs, platforms, and tools to finish specific analysis and tasks
• complete multiple competing projects and meet deadlines
• effectively function as a team member
• analyze customer needs and business systems
• convey technical information to non-technical users
• train users in GIS products and promote GIS solutions
• work with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds
• understand disciplines of the assigned department and its divisions

SUPERVISION

Employees receive supervision from a supervisor or manager, while team members provide guidance. The employee carries out assignments on his/her own initiative and receives additional, specific instructions when relevant. Work is performed with considerable independent and may be checked to assure adherence to instructions and conformance with established departmental policies, procedures, and quality assurance standards.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work is performed in an office environment with some field trips to locations throughout the county for the purpose of data collection, quality control, and to increase understanding of projects. Prepares for and provides GIS support during emergency situations including floods, earthquakes, and storms. When on call, employees may be required to carry a County mobile phone, have connectivity and be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
EEO policy and ADA notice