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Form of workWe are currently recruiting for qualified applicants for a GIS Analyst.Come and see why the City of Golden is the place you want to be!
Why work at the City of Golden?
Being a Golden employee is more than just a job, it's a lifestyle. Golden is a vibrant outdoor community making it a great place to live, work and play.
Location, location, location - Work near great restaurants and shops, hit the trails, and enjoy the outdoor scenery of Clear Creek and the foothills. Convenient commuting from all directions.
Paid time off - Paid vacation starts at 16 days (that's over 3 weeks!), plus 12 days of sick time and 12 paid holidays each year.
Great benefits - The City matches up to 8% of your retirement contributions, plus offers a full-spectrum of benefits and perks, including tuition reimbursement (check it out)!
Maintains and ensures data quality by establishing and executing quality control and quality assurance measures. Develops and documents standard operating and work procedures.
Collects sub-meter GPS data for various assets including water utilities and stormwater assets using Trimble handheld GPS equipment according to industry standards.
Utilizes coding languages such as Python and programing skills to maintain and update current web applications and develop new ones that benefit the City.
Applies standard GIS practices and techniques to the City's enterprise spatial database; updates and maintains the City's GIS layers and Asset Management data. Performs spatial queries and geo-processing tasks in response to customer needs and requests.
Communicates GIS and asset management concepts and procedures to other GIS users. Provides training and support to users regarding GIS and GPS.
Analyzes, troubleshoots, and resolves GIS application problems; communicates with internal and external technical resources to resolve end user issues; provides guidance to users on methods for correcting reported problems.
Identifies and pursues outreach opportunities and develops GIS presentations as needed to engage the community and support departmental goals.
Participates in GIS application development processes by meeting with various departments to plan, develop and implement new applications.
Publishes and maintains map services and web-based content using ArcGIS Server/ArcGIS Online for internal and external users.
Stays informed on the latest GIS technologies and trends. Uses acquired knowledge to assist in reviewing workforce efficiency, data accuracy, and information sharing for possible improvements.
Provides exceptional, service-focused, reliable customer service and communication when responding to public queries in the field, third party contractors and staff.
Other duties as assigned.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, Engineering or directly related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum 3 years GIS experience, including data collection, ArcGIS, GIS application development, and GIS database experience.
Experience in ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS for Server, Python and other coding languages, MS SQL and project management experience preferred. Prior municipal, county or state government experience a plus. Experience in project management, with an emphasis in Public Works preferred. Experience with the Cartegraph Asset and Work Management application desired. Ability to pilot an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) in accordance with FAA regulations a plus. Strong interpersonal, training, and analytical skills with the ability to work independently and on teams. Proficient in Windows and MS Office Suite of products.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid driver's license and good driving record. Graduate Certificate in GIS technology from an accredited university or college preferred. GIS Professional (GISP) certification from the GIS Certification Institute (GISCI) a plus.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common technical, and regulatory journals, survey, and boundary descriptions. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to customers and co-workers both orally and in writing. Ability to read and understand all types of legal and survey boundary descriptions.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of current principles, practices and procedures of GIS production, GIS application development and related computing environments. Ability to learn a variety of mapping and GIS packages. Ability to program and troubleshoot applied software.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and citizens; communicate effectively. Ability to exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills.
MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED
Computer equipment, plotters, fax, telephone, and GPS equipment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to hold, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
City of Golden is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Employment Type: Full-Time
