City of Austin

Geospatial Analyst Senior. The Capital Delivery Services Department (CDS) is looking for an experienced, motivated Geospatial Analyst Senior who will work closely with Capital Delivery Services program leads and stakeholders to develop, maintain and improve geospatial data, tools, systems, and automation that support department operations.. Experience with ESRI Geographic Information Systems (GIS) product suite including ArcGIS Online & ArcGIS Pro to produce and manage geospatial solutions in an enterprise setting.. Experience developing, publishing, and maintaining ESRI ArcGIS Online based web applications, maps, and feature services, as well as administering ArcGIS Online user profiles and content.. Ability to read and interpret surveys, legal descriptions, cartography, engineering documents, construction plans, and aerial and orthophotography.

geospatial analyst

Position Information
Posting Title
Geospatial Analyst Senior


Job Requisition Number
COA091359


Position Number
117601


Job Type
Full-Time


Division Name
Technology Services


Minimum Qualifications




Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job.
Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years.


Licenses and Certifications Required:
None.



Notes to Applicants
Overview of the Position:
The Capital Delivery Services Department (CDS) is looking for an experienced, motivated Geospatial Analyst Senior who will work closely with Capital Delivery Services program leads and stakeholders to develop, maintain and improve geospatial data, tools, systems, and automation that support department operations. This position will use ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and FME software to manage and administer various departmental GIS datasets and applications. In addition, this position will serve as GIS support contact for departmental GIS users and lead instruction and training for CDS GIS systems.

Who We Are:
Capital Delivery Services (CDS) builds public projects to support the community. We do this by directly managing the City of Austin’s Capital Program with over 500 active projects, representing an investment of over $7 Billion. At CDS, we aim to create an environment that values diversity and adaptability and encourages staff at all levels to think creatively, experiment with new ideas, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

Click here to visit our Facebook page to learn more about the Capital Delivery Services Department. (https://www.facebook.com/atxcapitaldelivery/)

Why Join Us?

Meaningful Work
Contribute to projects that improve the lives of the people in our community. Your work directly enables our department to deliver tangible construction projects throughout the city that will resonate for generations to come. Seeing results through a constructed project provides a sense of accomplishment and pride in your work.

Innovation and Collaboration
Collaborate with diverse and talented teams, leveraging technology, continuous improvement, and best practices to drive progress and embrace our One City – One Team – One Approach model of delivering capital projects.

Professional Growth and Development
Achieve your professional goals. CDS offers opportunities to advance in multiple career paths, including engineering, architecture, construction management, project planning and management, finance, business administration, process improvement, and data analytics. Education assistance is available through our tuition reimbursement program, and financial support for continuing education, licenses, and certifications is also available.

Work-Life Balance
Enjoy a balanced lifestyle in a city renowned for its quality of life, outdoor activities, and cultural experiences. Our employees also enjoy the ability to work up to 50% remotely, depending upon position and business needs.

Health and Wellness
The City of Austin is committed to providing cost-effective, sustainable benefits that assist employees in being physically and mentally healthy. For employees that are covered this includes low cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities and more. Click here to review the City of Austin’s Employee Benefits Guide. (https://www.austintexas.gov/department/active-employee-benefits)
To learn more about working with the City of Austin, click here to watch a short video! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lmXyHwXyMbg)

Application Details:
A detailed, complete City of Austin employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications. For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience that is relevant to this position.
This position does allow for a resume or cover letter to be included but only relevant entries on your employment application will be considered for interview qualification and compensation purposes.
Supplemental information or changes to your application will not be accepted after the job posting closes so please be sure all relevant experience is listed in the application.
If you are selected as the top candidate for a position, we may be contacting your current and former employer, as well as the references listed in your application. Please be sure you have listed at least 3 previous supervisors in the application with correct contact information.
Critical Details:
If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include High School graduation or GED equivalent, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees, will be required.
The Capital Delivery Services Department may close this job posting at any time after it has been advertised for seven (7) days, please apply as soon as possible if interested.


Travel:
The Capital Delivery Services Department is comprised of multiple facilities located throughout Austin. If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Record Evaluation (https://www.austintexas.gov/sites/default/files/files/Employment/new_hire_driver_safety_standards.pdf) you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

Hybrid Work Environment:
The City of Austin Telework Program is designed to empower employees and leaders to establish hybrid work arrangements that promote high levels of performance and engagement. The City of Austin has an established work arrangement under which an employee is scheduled to work at least 3 days per week at their designated worksite. Some positions may require additional time at their designated worksite.

90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy:
If the same or an additional vacancy occurs within the Capital Delivery Services Department in the same job title within 90 days after the start date of the top candidate, the additional position may be offered to another top candidate from the same candidate pool. This may include filling other vacancies with the same job title in other division/work locations within the City of Austin Capital Delivery Services. Decisions on assigned selection may be made at the time of hire based on the business needs of the department.


Pay Range
$31.81 – $39.76



Hours
Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Hours may vary depending on work demands and business needs.


Job Close Date
04/12/2024


Type of Posting
External


Department
Capital Delivery Services


Regular/Temporary
Regular


Grant Funded or Pooled Position
Not Applicable


Category
Technical


Location
6800 Burleson Road, Building 312, Austin, TX


Preferred Qualifications
Experience with ESRI Geographic Information Systems (GIS) product suite including ArcGIS Online & ArcGIS Pro to produce and manage geospatial solutions in an enterprise setting.
Experience developing, publishing, and maintaining ESRI ArcGIS Online based web applications, maps, and feature services, as well as administering ArcGIS Online user profiles and content.
Experience designing and administering enterprise geospatial databases, as well as automating data processing tasks using Model Builder, FME, programming languages or similar tools.
Ability to travel to more than one work location.


Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.


Designs, implements, and/or performs data management activities such as modifying elements and assigning privileges.
Performs programming activities such as design, development, testing, debugging, documentation, and modification of geospatial applications.
Analyzes data from various sources to produce data sets, cartographic layouts, and reports in accordance with specifications and standards.
Researches and interprets source records and documents.
Performs business process analysis, develops alternatives, and makes recommendations.
Responds to requests for information from internal and external customers.
Assists with the creation, publication, implementation, and improvement of IT policies, governance, standards, and security.
Installs new software releases and/or upgrades including researching, testing, and implementing new geospatial technology.
Communicates and interfaces with members of the IT, vendor, and user communities.



Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:
May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.




Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.


Knowledge of programming/scripting principles, techniques, and documentation practices.
Knowledge of principles and practices of mapping, coordinate systems, projections, and scale.
Knowledge of basic database design principles.
Skill in selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new concepts.
Ability to implement geospatial technology projects.
Ability to modify geospatial applications and databases using scripting programming languages and automation tools.
Ability to read and interpret surveys, legal descriptions, cartography, engineering documents, construction plans, and aerial and orthophotography.
Ability to read and interpret applicable laws and regulations.
Ability to analyze automation needs and makes recommendations for data, geospatial software, and/or hardware solutions.
Ability to produce maps and other representations of geospatial data using geospatial software.
Ability to accurately identify/determine customer needs and take appropriate actions and/or steps to address identified needs.
Ability to recognize, value, and include different perspectives, experiences, approaches, and cultures in achieving organizational goals.
Ability to gain and maintain the trust and confidence of others and the organization through consistency and reliability.
Ability to give, receive, or share thoughts, ideas, perspective, and data to create shared understanding.
Ability to define, analyze, and find solutions for difficult or complex problems.
Ability to view the big picture.
Ability to quickly become familiar with emerging technologies.
Ability to identify trends as well as isolated events.




Criminal Background Investigation
This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation


EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.



Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within
the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

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