It Analyst Senior Gis/Utilities

Salary : $114,429.33 - $139,091.68 Annually
Location : Fairfield, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2023-00044
Department: PUBLIC WORKS
Opening Date: 11/17/2023
Closing Date: 12/15/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: FGMA
Description
Now accepting applications for Senior IT Analyst - GIS/Utilities!
The City of Fairfield Public Works Department, Water Division, is recruiting for the important and demanding role of Senior IT Analyst - GIS/Utilities. This individual will be charged with managing, maintaining and keeping up-to-date the Geographic Information System (GIS) and its complete database for the City's Utility. This includes the City's water and wastewater infrastructure, as well as possibly other aspects concerning City infrastructure. This includes mapping functions, but more importantly, this role concerns overall data management. This candidate will exhibit strong motivation and dedication to their work and engender trust and confidence.
DESCRIPTION
The Senior IT Analyst - GIS/Utilities, under direction of the Assistant Director of Public Works, supervises professional and technical staff involved with systems analysis, systems programming/systems administration, programming, and/or computer operations work; performs advanced, specialized work of a professional nature, utilizing skills that require technical expertise and an understanding of complex analytical procedures and systems processes with a significant amount of independent authority and judgment. Prepares information technology studies and reports and assists in the development and implementation of goals and policies.
Incumbents may manage large, complex projects and lead project teams or provide expertise in information systems analysis, including definition of user requirements, feasibility studies, design, program specifications, testing and implementation, and perform other related duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed primarily inside at various City locations; occasionally traveling to other locations. Controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Work environments may include noise, dust and/or unpleasant odors, and may occasionally require work in confined spaces. Work is performed in an office setting with frequent interruptions, multiple priorities and deadlines, inquiries and peak workloads. May require flexible work schedules including early morning, weekend, and evening hours to accomplish after-hours tasks and provide on-call support.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Mobility - Frequent standing or sitting for extended periods; frequent walking; occasional driving may be required, depending upon assignment; occasional pushing/pulling, bending, kneeling, squatting and crawling. Lifting - Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds. Vision - Constant use of good overall vision for reading/close-up work; frequent use of color perception and eye/hand coordination; occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision. Dexterity - Frequent repetitive motion from writing and using a computer keyboard; frequent grasping, holding and reaching. Hearing/Talking - Frequent hearing/talking to others on the telephone and in person.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISEDReceives direction and supervision from the Assistant Director of Public Works and/or the Chief Information Officer.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience:Two years journey-level professional information technology experience comparable to Information Technology Analyst II with the City of Fairfield.
Education:

• Completion of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in computer science, information technology or a closely related field.
  • Additional relevant technical experience that demonstrates the ability to perform analytical duties in the assigned technology area may substitute for the required education on a year for year basis.
  • Possession of one or more approved industry certificates and/or completion of other approved technology-related training may substitute for some or all of the required education.

License and/or Certificate:
Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License is required. Possession of a valid equivalent is acceptable during the application process.
Background Check:
Requires successful completion of a thorough background investigation prior to employment.
BENEFITS AND GENERAL INFORMATION
The City's generous benefits package includes:

• 5.5% COLA increase effective the first full pay period in July 2024 (not reflected in the posted salary)
• CalPERS pension eligibility
• Generous contributions to medical, dental, and vision plans
• 3 medical carriers to choose from: Kaiser, Sutter Health or Western Health
• 144.86 hours of personal leave (cashable) annually, plus vacation and sick leave
• City-paid life insurance, generous contributions to deferred compensation and retirement and health savings accounts
• Tuition reimbursement up to $4,000 annually

Examples of Duties
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Supervises, trains, and evaluates professional and technical subordinates; provides technical advice and assistance to staff; supervises the work of contractors.
• Supervises and participates in the development of plans and estimates for systems development and major enhancements of the City's information technology systems, network design, and/or business requirements; supervises and participates in the preparation of special information technology studies and reports.
• Designs system architecture, network infrastructure and configuration, database, and/or web-based application solutions that meet the needs of the organization and develops plans to initiate improvements.
• Coordinate resolution of complex and technical problems and system changes that affect the work of the unit.
• Prepares comprehensive technical and statistical reports; maintains a variety of records and technical data.
• May provide recommendations for developing and/or improving hardware, software, and/or web-based applications across multiple City departments in order to accomplish business goals; recommending and/or implementing operating system adjustments to maximize application performance and resource resolution.
• May serve as the administrator for large and highly complex databases; researching and identifying database environment requirements and specifications; determining integration requirements to ensure inter-operability across multiple platforms and technologies.
• Performs related or other duties as assigned.

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Knowledge & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Advanced principles and practices of computer hardware and software system analysis, design, testing, implementation and controls.
• Integrated software packages designed for and used by municipalities and a variety of software tools and languages.
• Enterprise-level information technology infrastructures.
• Existing and emerging municipal data processing applications.
• Principles and practices of complex database design and administration.
• A broad range of operations, services, concepts, terms and activities common to a comprehensive, state-of-the-art information systems program.

ABILITY TO:

• Analyze, develop, maintain and administer complex databases and database management systems similar to those being used by the assigned department.
• Research and gather complex information from a variety of City, vendor and industry sources.
• Prepare and present highly technical documents such as network and system diagrams and network coverage maps and other technical documents.
• Develop accurate, effective, and efficient technological solutions within the constraints of the system design and available resources, taking appropriate action and/or making appropriate recommendations related to complex IT problems.
• Analyze, diagnose and resolve difficult, complex problems and oversee all aspects of a complex system.
• Obtain and maintain security clearance sufficient to access all necessary law enforcement-related computer systems (i.e. CLETS).

THE SELECTION PROCESS:
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best-qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination thereof.
HOW TO APPLY:
Candidates must submit an online application via NeoGov/Governmentjobs.com by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 15, 2023. If you have any difficulties submitting your online application, please call NeoGov'sApplicant Support Line at (855) 524-5627.
Mac users please note: To ensure compatibility, please use Google Chrome and ensure iOS settings are up-to-date.
If you feel you will need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the testing/interview process, please contact Human Resources at (707) 428-7394 at least 1 week prior to the application deadline or examination date.
The City of Fairfield is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to creating a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism.
The City of Fairfield offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes City contribution toward the Public Employees' Retirement System and deferred savings; medical, dental and vision; life insurance; paid holidays, vacation, personal leave and sick leave.
For a more detailed overview of our benefit package, please click on the following link
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Do you have a valid Class C California Driver's License or equivalent?

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Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in computer science, information technology or a closely related field?

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Do you have two years journey-level professional information technology experience comparable to Information Technology Analyst II with the City of Fairfield?

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Please describe your experience working in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) including the total number years of experience in this area. Please limit your response to 500 words or less.
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Please indicate the number of years of experience you have in operating and/or familiarity with TRIMBLE equipment in the GIS context.

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Please indicate the number of years' experience you have with ESRI ArcGIS software.

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Please advise the number of years' experience you have with Feature Manipulation Engine (FME) software.

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Please advise the number of years' experience you have with Survey 123 Software.

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Please advise how many years' experience you have with Python.

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Please advise the number of years' experience you have with SQL.

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Please advise the number of years' experience you have with ArcGIS Arcade.

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How many years of experience do you have in managerial or supervisory experience?

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