The Position
About Carlsbad
Known for its financial stability, the city maintains an AAA credit rating and has a general fund reserve balance exceeding $136 million. The City of Carlsbad has long set the standard for high-quality local government services. At 115,000 residents, the city is home to corporate headquarters in the technology, life sciences and action sports industries, coupled with a thriving tourism market, well-planned neighborhoods and nearly 40 percent open space. The City of Carlsbad is a full-service coastal city with its own police and fire departments as well as a municipal water district.
The City of Carlsbad embraces diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and recognizes the vital relationship of a culturally diverse, engaged work environment and innovative excellence. A diverse, equitable and inclusive work climate comprises personal experiences, values, and views shaped from differences of culture and circumstance. Our organization appreciates belonging, creativity, recognition and retention of its employees and is committed to hiring and developing motivated, productive and talented employees who provide services and enhance our quality of life.
The Position
This recruitment is for one position at the GIS Associate Analyst or GIS Analyst level.
The GIS Associate Analyst has an increased breadth of GIS technical expertise that requires the ability to apply mid-level to advanced GIS techniques for analysis and product production for a variety of city clients.
The GIS Analyst is the higher journey-level in the GIS Analyst series. The primary purpose of this position is to be the lead resource for the application of GIS technology to all city uses. The GIS Analyst sets up and manages complex projects involving GIS staff, city client staff, and IT resources, and produces advanced data products for city clients.
The ideal candidate will have at least two or more years of experience in a GIS-centric role and possess the following qualities :
About Our Team
Our GIS team is a high-performing group with years of experience in delivering innovative solutions. We are committed to leveraging the latest technology to build cutting-edge, award-winning applications that enhance city operations and public services. Our team thrives on collaboration, problem-solving, and continuously pushing the boundaries of what GIS can achieve.
Salary Range :
GIS Associate Analyst : $3,021.60 - $3,677.60 Biweekly
GIS Analyst : $3,473.60 - $4,226.40 Biweekly
If you have a passion for GIS, a drive to innovate, and want to be part of a dynamic and experienced team,
we encourage you to apply!
Key Responsibilities
GIS Associate Analyst
Operates a GIS workstation to create and maintain the wide variety of spatial information contained in an enterprise GIS that supports city operations. Performs related technical duties in the development, implementation, operation and maintenance of the city's enterprise geographic information systems.
Under direction, creates simple graphic displays and maps for various departments' needs. Operates a variety of geographic information system input and output devices such as : scanners, printers, and large-format inkjet plotters.
Utilizes a variety of city systems to find and collect data for use in everyday work such as : Document Management System, Permit Processing System, and manual files. Researches and analyzes geographic and tabular data from public and private sources for integration into the city's enterprise GIS.
Within their work assignments, demonstrates an effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively to provide seamless and quality customer service.
Must be able to work under time constraints and deadlines, accomplish project tasks in cooperation with other employees.
Maintains and continually upgrades knowledge of GIS functionality, principles and practices. Attends and participates in local professional group meetings as required. Participates in online professional list serves and / or blogs. Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of GIS, database design, and related hardware and software.
Maintains and enhances GIS data sets according to evolving needs and resources including : editing spatial data, conducting office and field research, creating, calculating and editing of attributes and merging of data from different sources.
Utilizes all available information systems to search for and collect data required for GIS related tasks. Converts data received from outside sources to make it available for future projects. Downloads data from other systems.
Under direction, collaborates with other GIS staff and various City departments to understand their geographic data needs, and generates standard and customized products from the GIS such as Web-based applications, hardcopy maps, digital graphics and reports for users in all City departments.
Under direction, assists in the maintenance of desktop GIS software; applies patches, and troubleshoots technical problems. Owns and responds to Service Desk tickets and gives problem solving assistance.
Utilizes Python, HTML and JavaScript to customize applications and automate GIS processes.
Assists in training City staff in the use of appropriate GIS applications.
Maintains documentation for administrative and record keeping purposes, system documentation and training materials, and adheres to change control and security procedures and protocols set by the Information Technology department.
Responds to public inquiries in a courteous and professional manner. Provides information within the area of assignment. Resolves complaints in an efficient and timely manner. Assists in monitoring, evaluating, and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures.
GIS Analyst
Performs all the duties of the GIS Associate Analyst in addition to :
Performs complex geoprocessing and geospatial analysis, and designs and produces advanced cartographic products.
Acquires spatial information from diverse sources. Refines and manipulates data including the merging data from dissimilar sources. Documents data sets, applications and procedures.
Leads the collaboration with other GIS staff and various City departments to understand their geographic data needs and generates standard and customized products from the GIS such as Web-based applications, hardcopy maps, digital graphics and reports for users in all City departments.
Leads, in collaboration with the Associate GIS Systems Administrator, the maintenance of desktop GIS software; applies patches, and troubleshoots technical problems. Owns and responds to Service Desk tickets and gives problem solving assistance.
Leads the development of data quality and cartographic standards and helps define best practices for GIS operations. Makes recommendations on software acquisitions and configurations. Assists in the maintenance of GIS and related software systems.
Provides information, resources, support and assistance to users of GIS software and / or custom applications. Responds to inquiries and gives problem solving assistance.
Assists in training City staff in the use of GIS on an individual basis or in a classroom setting.
Qualifications
GIS Associate Analyst
GIS Analyst
Knowledge and abilities required of the GIS Associate Analyst in addition to :
Experience & Education
GIS Associate Analyst
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with course work in geography, planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering, natural resources, or computer science including coursework in GIS.
At least three years' experience using ESRI ArcGIS software in a municipal or related environment of diverse user needs. Experience in assessing client needs and translating them into GIS products and services.
GIS Analyst
All education required of the GIS Associate Analyst in addition to :
At least four years of progressive experience designing, implementing, and maintaining GIS applications, along with substantial GIS project experience utilizing a wide range of GIS software tools and specialized extensions. Needs to know how to use one of several programming languages such as Python, HTML or JavaScript.
Physical Requirements
Gis Analyst • Carlsbad, CA, United States