Geographic Information Systems Analyst
This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information,please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2540699## General SummaryDo you meet our**[**minimum hiringstandards**](https://adacounty.id.gov/sheriff/careers/hiring-standards-disqualifiers/){tabindex="0"target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" uw-rm-brl="PR"uw-original-href="https://adacounty.id.gov/sheriff/careers/hiring-standards-disqualifiers/"uw-rm-ext-link="" uw-rm-empty-ctrl=""}**?\Please check before applying.**Provides analysis, technical support, and expertise to GeographicInformation System (GIS) projects including design, development,maintenance, and quality assurance. Participates in the long-termdevelopment and enhancement of GIS information technology to meet userneeds, performs GIS modeling; and assistance and guidance to staff. The***GIS Analyst I***is the entry-level GIS professional. Performscomplex GIS work under general supervision for a variety ofapplications. The***GIS Analyst II***can be distinguished from the GIS Analyst Iby the scope and level of work. The GIS Analyst II performs the mostcomplex GIS work under general direction, serves as a team lead ,and manages large projects .## Essential Functions**GIS Analyst I** Designs, develops, and maintains GIS applications and projects; Creates, edits, and maintains county spatial datasets; Performs GIS troubleshooting; Interacts directly with internal and external customers to identifyneeds and develop solutions; Collaborates and works closely with GIS and IT personnel to providesolutions; Provides training and technical advice to users; Develops and maintains user guides and procedure manuals; Provides input into long-term county strategies;**GIS Analyst II:** Performs the essential functions of a GIS Analyst I; Develops project plans and coordinates enterprise GIS projects; Serves as GIS Server Administrator and works with IT staff totroubleshoot and resolve GIS related hardware and software issues; Conducts research into emerging technologies and works with vendors,consultants and other resources to determine capability of products; Provides lead work to other GIS staff; Develops enterprise GIS solutions utilizing a variety of objectoriented programming and scripting languages; Evaluates and makes recommendations on quality control standards andon maintenance procedures for the geographic information system anddigital base map.**ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:** Because this role involves driving between multiple office sites toperform job duties, candidates must possess a valid drivers licenseand maintain an acceptable driving record.Assists with security anddata access-related procedures; Represents the county on committees; Performs related functions as required. ## Job Requirements**GIS Analyst I** Bachelors degree in Computer Science, GIS, Geography or a relatedfield; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience; Two or more years GIS experience; Knowledge and basic understanding of object oriented programming andscripting principles; Ability to program and develop ArcGIS, Suite; Knowledge of complex computer applications and development tools; Ability to perform spatial analysis, produce cartographic output,and edit spatial data; Ability to locate, identify, and validate essential information; Ability to communicate complex technical information in anunderstandable, non-technical fashion; Ability to evaluate a problem, determine requirements, assesspotential outcomes, and implement solutions; Ability to work productively both independently and as part of ateam; Ability to follow written and verbal inst ructions and present ideaslogically and effectively; Ability to analyze problems, draw appropriate conclusions andrecommend an effective course of action; Ability to increase self-knowledge, skill, and understanding of GISand GIS principles. Ability to maintain effective working relationships;**GIS Analyst II**In addition to the above;Five or more years GIS experience;Extensive knowledge of object oriented programming and scripting;Skill managing projects;Skill communicating complex technical information in an understandable,non-technical fashion;Skill evaluating a problem, determining requirements, a