Gis Programmer Analyst

Salary: $61,883.00 - $97,340.00 Annually
Location : Suffolk, VA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 3112
Department: Information Technology
Opening Date: 12/14/2023
Closing Date: 1/4/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
The City of Suffolk Virginia is currently seeking a qualified and experienced GIS Programmer Analyst to assist in supporting GIS operations throughout the city. This position will be within the Department of Information Technology and answer directly to the GIS Manager.
Qualified candidates will have expertise in using GIS Software such as ESRI ArcGIS Desktop, Pro, Enterprise, and Online, involvement in building and integrating GIS applications, and experience in analyzing GIS and other data for application development and daily decision making.
Strong candidates will possess skills and knowledge in programming languages such as Python, SQL, HTML, or JAVA. Be able to demonstrate a strong acquaintance using GIS software to develop complex data schemas and models, building GIS web applications, and using data analytic tools. A familiarity with GIS centric asset management and permitting applications. And have prior experience working with land record and other GIS asset data types.
This position will work closely with IT and other city department staff to help guide GIS development and use within the city and providing data to citizens. Primary duties to include capturing and building GIS data/models, GIS web application development, data analytics and integration with other application databases, helping in plan and plat review, and assistance in the overall expansion of GIS technologies throughout the city.
Come be a part of a growing GIS division in an exciting city.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
Essential Job Functions

• Performs work within the GIS Enterprise system capturing and editing GIS data, developing paper and digital map products, publishing GIS map and feature services, and building GIS applications for deployment within the city for staff and public use.
• Provides GIS analytical services using GIS applications, DBMS such as SQL Server, and other applications. Prepares reports and dashboards displaying data and analysis results.
• Assists in reviewing Plans and Plats as part of the Planning Department review process to ensure accurate information is shown on documents, and captures information from these plans into the GIS database.
• Works closely with IT staff and venders to ensure GIS applications and data are interfaced correctly with other applications, databases, and services.
• Develops scripts and other programming to automate GIS functionally, ensure data integrity, and provide GIS data services.
• Assists in the development and deployment of enhanced GIS technologies and capabilities for use by staff.
• Serves as departmental liaison in matters relating to GIS systems and databases; provides information and assistance related to technology programs, services, documentation, procedures, problems, or other issues; responds questions/complaints, researches problems, and initiates problem resolution.
• Prepares and distributes computerized information, reports, maps, and replies in response to information requests from the agency staff or the public. Performs data analysis; compiles GIS data and prepares it for use in GIS application services and application interfaces.
• Conducts information technology needs analysis: works with department staff and management staff to identify and define GIS technology needs; makes determinations regarding options to meet technology needs.
• Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, database queries, or other documents.
• Operates a motor vehicle, personal computer, general office equipment, scanner, CD burner, camera, measuring instruments, or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, to include the use of DOS, SQL, word processing, spreadsheet, database, permitting, property assessment, geographical information systems (GIS), communications, e mail, Internet, or other computer programs; performs basic maintenance of computer system and office equipment, such as backing up data or replacing paper, ink, or toner.
• Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, cadastral maps, deeds, plats, surveys, appraisals, historical assessments, building permits, building plans, site plans, policies, procedures, manuals, directories, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
• Provides technical support, training, information, and assistance to staff in use of GIS technology systems.
• May prepare detailed flow charts and diagrams outlining systems capabilities and processes; writes and maintains system documentation.
• May serve as departmental liaison in matters relating to departmental systems; provides information and assistance related to the applications, services, documentation, procedures, problems, or other issues; responds to questions/complaints, researches problems, and initiates problem resolution.
• May prepare or complete various forms, reports, correspondence, database queries or other documents.
• May provide technical support, training, information, and assistance to users in the use of GIS software applications.
• May develop manuals for application policies and procedures in regard to maintenance and data integrity.
• May act as liaison between the Information Technology Department and the staff of designated departments in utilizing systems applications.
• May maintain a comprehensive knowledge base of the software applications; maintains an awareness of new trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends seminars, workshops, and training sessions as appropriate.
• May communicate with supervisor, employees, other departments, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
• May communicate with software application vendors regarding product correction and/or enhancement capacity.
• May serve as a resource to other departments to answer questions regarding use/manipulation of system data and use of the shared resources.
• May assist in researching software packages to determine availability, value and applicability and may recommend purchase.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of experience in the GIS programming and data analytical field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Requires a valid driver's license.
Supplemental Information

• Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the City and or departmental practices as they pertain to the performance of duties relating to the position of a GIS Programmer Analyst.
• Knowledge of the systems and software programs that are being developed or are in existence in order to communicate to management and end users about the possibility of upgrades and software changes.
• Knowledge of the methods and techniques for development and administering programs.
• Knowledge and proficiency in computers and software programs typically utilized in GIS.
• Skilled and has technical experience to effectively analyze and design the specifications for new implementation.
• Skilled in troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Ability and skill to perform professional and administrative tasks to analyze division operations and provide input regarding the implementation of new software, services, and processes to meet the technological needs of the department.
• Ability to review and provide input regarding vendor products.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply regulations, procedures, and related information.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with supervisors, members of the general public, and all other groups involved in the activities of the department.
• Ability to assemble information and make written reports and documents in a concise, clear, and effective manner.
• Ability to use independent judgment and work with little direct supervision as situations warrant.
• Ability to use mathematical formulas to perform required calculations.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret technical reports and related materials.
• Ability to evaluate, audit, deduce, and/or assess data using established criteria, includes exercising discretion in determining actual or probable consequences and in referencing such evaluation to identify and select alternatives.
• Ability to apply principles of persuasion and/or influence over others in coordinating activities of a project, program, or designated area of responsibility.
• Ability to read a variety of reports, informational and technical documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures.
• Ability to write reports with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech.
• Ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control, and confidence using correct English and well-modulated voice.
• Ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving the evaluation of information against sensory, judgmental, or subjective criteria, as opposed to that which is clearly measurable or verifiable.
• Ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, advisory and/or design data and information.
• Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication and division; ability to calculate decimals and percentages; may include ability to perform mathematical operations involving basic algebraic principles and formulas, and basic geometric principles and calculations.

Seasonal Employees- No Benefits
Part-time Employees - Sick Leave (See below)
Full Time Employees are eligible for the following benefits;
Retirement (Virginia Retirement System employer) for employees hired on or after 1/1/14 - Hybrid Members
Hybrid plan members contribute 4 percent of creditable compensation to the defined benefit plan and 1 percent to the defined contribution plan each month. Members may voluntarily contribute up to an additional 4 percent in 0.5 percent increments to the defined contribution plan each month. Members can increase or decrease their voluntary contributions on a quarterly basis. With the mandatory and voluntary contributions to the defined contribution component of the plan, members can contribute a maximum of 5 percent with a 3.5 percent match from the employer. Members invest in various investment options that best fit their needs.
Vested after 5 years in the defined benefit part of the plan. Vested in phases based on years in the Defined Contribution part of the Plan. The retirement eligibility for a full or reduced retirement pension in the Hybrid Plan is very detailed. Please contact the Virginia Retirement System or the Human Resources Department for details.
Paid Time Off (PTO)Yearly earnings
120 Hours (1-59 months), 144 Hours (60-119 months), 168 Hours (120- 179 months), 192 Hours (180 and over)
Sick Leave
Part Time employees earn 4 hours per month Sick leave accrues at the end of the month and may be accrued with no ceiling.
Personal Leave
All regular full time employees are granted 24 hours of personal leave each calendar year. Personal leave must be preapproved and is not cumulative.
Health Insurance
Coverage available for you and your eligible dependents using pre-tax payroll deductions if elected.
Supplemental Insurances
Employees may purchase the following supplemental insurance policies: short term and long term disability, cancer, accident, supplemental hospitalization, and group universal life insurance.
Employer Sponsored Short Term and Long Term Disability
Provides disability coverage for employees work and non-work related disabilities. Work related disabilities are covered starting on day one (1). Non work related disabilities are covered starting on day eight (8), after you have been employed for one year.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employees may participate in the Health Reimbursement, Dependent Care Reimbursement and Premium Reimbursement Accounts. All deductions are made on a pre-tax basis and will reduce your taxable income.
Life Insurance
The city pays the entire premium for life insurance coverage in the amount of 2 times annual salary for natural death and 4 times annual salary for accidental death.
Optional Life Insurance
Employees have the option of electing additional life insurance coverage in the amount of 1, 2, 3 or 4 times their annual salary. Employees may only purchase optional life insurance on spouses and children if they are enrolled in optional life insurance for themselves.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
12 weeks of job protected leave for leaves approved in accordance with the Family Medical Leave Act. Employees receive continuation of health insurance, job protection and consideration for a comparable job when available, or an equivalent job, upon return to work.
Funeral Leave
24 hours of paid leave of absence in case of death in immediate family.
Holidays
Suffolk follows the Virginia State holiday calendar as set by the Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Jury Duty
Time off with pay with difference between jury pay and regular pay or use annual leave and keep check.
457 Deferred Compensation, ROTH IRA, Traditional IRA
Offered t...