IT Geospatial Analyst (Austin Parks and Recreation)

About This Position

Job Description:

IT Geospatial Analyst

Purpose:

Under general supervision, this position creates, maintains, displays, and updates a comprehensive geospatial information system.

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.

• Produces and/or analyzes data from various sources to produce data sets, cartographic layouts, and reports in accordance with specifications and standards.
• Assists in the design and implementation of and/or performs data management activities such as modifying elements and assigning privileges.
• Assists with programming activities such as design, development, testing, debugging, documentation, and modification of geospatial applications.
• Researches and interprets source records and documents.
• Performs business process analysis and develops alternatives, making 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 - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

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 basic 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 languages and automation tools.
• Ability to analyze automation needs and makes recommendations for data, geospatial software, and/or hardware solutions.
• 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 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of education from an accredited college or university in a field related to the job.
• Experience may substitute for education up to two (2) years.

Preferred Experience/Qualifications:

• Experience editing, analyzing, and maintaining data with the ArcGIS, ESRI programs or similar GIS application software suites.
• Experience editing, analyzing, and maintaining data with the ArcGIS, ESRI programs or similar GIS application software for parkland and park-like settings.
• Proficient in conducting geospatial edits and analysis using ESRI’s ArcMap in ArcGIS desktop version and in an environments with multiple/simultaneous editors.
• Experience using ESRI’s workflow manager for performing analysis as well as for quality control.
• Experience with reading and researching site plans, surveys and property records.
• Experience interpreting ordinances, rules and standard operating procedures.
• Experience analyzing data to inform program and project planning.
• Experience working with community stakeholders on behalf of a governmental or corporate entity.
• Experience communicating to diverse audiences (verbally, written and via presentations).

Other:

• Ability to travel to more than one work location.

Notes to Candidate:

The City of Austin Parks and Recreation (APR) provides, protects and preserves a park system that promotes quality recreational, cultural and outdoor experiences for the Austin community. Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information.

The purpose of this IT Geospatial (GIS) Analyst position will address geospatial requests for these APR Divisions: Cemeteries, Aquatics, Community Recreation, Centralized Programs, and Natural Resource Programs. Specifically, the position will handle GIS projects including, but not limited to mapping, providing geographic changes and assisting with the maintenance of our GIS digital database.

• Application: A detailed, complete application is required, and applicants must include on their Employment Record all experience (work and/or volunteer) related to this job posting – up to 10 years or more; this will be used to determine your base compensation. Employment Record dates must include month and year. Verification of employment history dates on resume should match online Employment Application. Statements such as “See Resume” will not be accepted, and a resume alone will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online application.
• Skills Assessments: Skills assessment(s) may be required as part of the recruitment process.
• Virtual Interviews: APR may conduct virtual interviews.
• Military/Veteran: An applicant claiming Military/Veteran status must provide a copy of his or her DD-214(s), or valid comparable document, at the time of interview.
• Physical Requirements: Tasks involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying or using a force equal to lifting up to twenty (20) pounds. Must be physically and mentally able to communicate, respond and work with participant’s needs and safety issues; and tolerate loud noise associated with enthusiasm and excitement. Ability to adapt to a variety of conditions such as daily walking, climbing, standing, balancing, kneeling, stooping, running, bending, crawling, stretching and reaching; and frequently walk and sit when leading various recreational activities. Work outdoors in any and all types of weather and/or inclement conditions; and in confined spaces. Work environment includes inside, and outside environmental conditions, extreme temperatures, and hazards associated with equipment operation including fumes, oils, gases, and mists.

Other Information:         

• Posting Guidelines: APR reserves the right to close posted positions prior to the advertised close date, based on recruitment strategies and business needs. This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other divisions/work locations within the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department. Decisions on assigned selection will be made at the time of hire based on the business needs of the department.
• Travel: If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular
• Tobacco and Vape-Free Workplace: APR work site locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any APR work site – including construction sites, parking lots, garages or in any personal vehicles located on the premises.

Salary:

$29.11 to $35.66 per hour.

Location:

Austin Memorial Park

2800 Hancock Drive

Austin, TX 78731

Note: This position will work and train from Springwood Parks - 9117 Anderson Mill Rd.

Hours:

• Monday – Friday, 8am to 5pm.
• Will be required to work during special events, evenings, weekends & holidays.
• Work schedule and location is subject to change based on department needs and programs.
• May be required to work during city emergencies such as extreme weather events.
• Remote work available after probationary period following the City of Austin Flexible Work policy.

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