Geographic Information System Analyst Iii

at Idaho Division of Human Resources in Boise, Idaho, United States

Job Description

Geographic Information System Analyst III

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$67,142.40 - $74,256.00 Annually

Location

Boise, ID

Job Type

Full Time

Department

Information Technology Services

Job Number

18940

Closing

4/30/2023 11:59 PM Mountain

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Description

Information Technology Services is a team of dedicated professionals providing core technology and cybersecurity services to agencies statewide, enabling state employees to better serve Idaho's citizens. We sincerely hope you will consider being a part of Information Technology Services success. This position will have a start date of June 12, 2023. Information Technology Services ( ITS) currently has an opening for a Geographic Information System Analyst III position in our Chinden office in Boise. This position will report to Idaho's Geographic Information Officer ( GIO) and support a variety of efforts underway in the Office of the GIO including furthering the vision of The Idaho Map (https://gis.idaho.gov/idaho-framework) , Broadband, NG9-1-1, as well as supporting a variety of GIS projects in over 30 different state agencies. We are looking for an individual excited by the potential of GIS to support GIS professionals, as well as the citizens of Idaho, to solve a variety of problems and optimize workflows. The individual enjoys working and coordinating with a variety of stakeholders, and finding solutions to common problems.

BENEFITS:

+ Excellent low-cost Health, Dental, Vision Insurance (https://ogi.idaho.gov/)

+ Participation in one of the nation's best state retirement systems PERSI Retirement (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/Members/base\_plan.cfm)

+ Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start

+ Eleven paid holidays a year

+ Multiple savings plans, including optional 401k & Deferred Compensation plans

+ Group Life Insurance/Disability Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance (https://ogi.idaho.gov/life-disability/)

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Wellness Program (https://ogi.idaho.gov/be-healthy/)

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Please note: The successful candidate will be required to pass a fingerprint-based background check.

Example of Duties

+ Manages the technical design and development aspects of the organization's GIS to ensure the maintenance of programs that satisfies all users;

+ Drives the development and maintenance of quality control programs for GIS;

+ Mentors junior analysts and trains users on GIS applications;

+ Leads and oversees projects and teams;

+ May supervise.

Project Management and Business Analysis

+ Lead the planning, management, and analysis for projects, and ensures objectives are met upon completion;

+ Coordinate with internal and/or external partners to define data management needs, including metadata, define system requirements, and develop workflows to meet needs;

+ Gain familiarity with vendor management.

Technology

+ Analyze existing technical infrastructure and proposed infrastructure changes to certify fit of proposed technology, or determine and document architectural variance required;

+ Analyze and document configuration options to accommodate operation, interface and integration of multiple systems;

+ Research and evaluate new technologies to provide recommendations to business areas.

Development and Support

+ Oversee and provide day to day operational support of GIS databases and servers, perform server administration, GIS network and web performance, security of GIS and software and hardware, and end user support;

+ Write custom ETL scripts for data transport and sharing;

+ Author, maintain and/or troubleshoot web and mobile GIS applications.

Management

+ Participate in the design, development, implementation, and operation of Information Systems and data processing applications in support of the mission, goals, policies, procedures, and programs;

+ Implement goals, policies, procedures, and performance indicators;

+ Assist managers and staff in evaluation and selection of information processing equipment, software, and services;

+ Provide for technical training and educational needs in information processing for department staff;

+ Represent department on various task forces, committees, and study groups;

+ May serve in a lead-worker role.

Minimum Qualifications

Considerable knowledge of:

+ GIS including analysis, data capture and data conversion

+ Cartographic principles

Good knowledge of:

+ GIS programming languages commonly used in the development of GIS programs

+ Database management

+ Web APIs

Experience:

+ Planning, designing, and implementing GIS projects and preparing reports of findings;

+ Operating, applying, and programming GIS software products in a work environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ GISP designation

+ Experience managing ArcGIS Enterprise - ArcGIS Pro and the suite of ArcGIS Online tools and applications (i.e. Web maps, Survey123, Dashboards, etc.)

Supplemental Information

You must have the minimum level of experience or education described in the typically gained by statements for each question to qualify for this position. Scoring will be based on the information you provide. If you have a resume, please attach it with your application. Thank you for your interest in employment with Information Technology Services! If you have questions about this position please contact us at: Email: hr@its.idaho.gov The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html

*Benefits may not be applicable for temporary or seasonal positions.

01 MQ 1 of 7 Please select the option that best describes how you have gained considerable knowledge of GIS Technology, including analysis, data capture and data conversion. Typically gained through successful completion of at least twelve upper division college credits relating to GIS technology such as computer science or geography OR at least three years of professional work experience applying GIS technology on a regular basis.

+ I am currently or have previously been a Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst III or higher with the State of Idaho and therefore meet the minimum qualifications.

+ I do not have at least twelve upper division college credits relating to GIS technology such as computer science or geography OR at least three years of professional work experience applying GIS technology on a regular basis

+ I have at least twelve upper division college credits relating to GIS technology such as computer science or geography OR at least three years of professional work experience applying GIS technology on a regular basis.

+ I have at least twelve upper division college credits relating to GIS technology such as computer science or geography AND at least three years of professional work experience applying GIS technology on a regular basis.

+ I have at least twelve upper division college credits relating to GIS techno

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