Senior GIS Analyst Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/houston/jobs/newprint/4779267) Apply  Senior GIS Analyst Salary $72,936.24 - $85,297.94 Annually Location 611 Walker Street Job Type Full Time Job Number 35743 Department Houston Public Works Opening Date 01/07/2025 Closing Date 2/4/2025 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions POSITION OVERVIEW Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED Service Line: Houston Public Works Division: Houston Water Reporting Location: 611 Walker St., 21st fl. Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday/7:00am - 4:00pm*/Eligible for hybrid work *Subject to change DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Collaborates within a team of GIS professionals, and across business units, to enhance and deliver high-quality GIS solutions. Leverages Python and FME to improve workflows and outputs, including analysis, mapping in ArcPro, GIS applications (dashboards, custom web services, Field Maps), field verification review, inspection data updates, and reporting. Operate independently to manage and execute complex projects, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of progress. While this is not a supervisory role, senior staff are expected to contribute to team development by coaching and mentoring junior Technician classifications. WORKING CONDITIONS The position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items of up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces. This is a Department of Houston Public Works Management position at the Tier II level. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Requires an Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Science, Computer Science, Management of Information Science or a closely related field. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Two years of professional experience working with a comprehensive geographic information system are required. Professional experience working with a comprehensive geographic information system may be substituted for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS None PREFERENCES **Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.** GENERAL INFORMATION SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None However, the department may administer a skills assessment test. SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test. SALARY INFORMATION Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. PAY GRADE 24 APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov. To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-395-2976 If you need special services or accommodations 832-395-2976 (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided. EOE Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include: + Medical + Dental + Vision + Wellness + Supplemental Insurance + Life insurance + Long-term disability + Retirement pension + 457 deferred compensation plan + Employee Assistance Program + 10 days of vacation each year + 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday + Compensable Sick Leave + Personal Leave + Flexible schedules + Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions + Professional development opportunities + Transportation/parking plan + Section 125 pretax deductions + Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan + Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves + Healthcare Flexible Spending Account For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html 01 Please select your highest verifiable level of formal education completed. + High School Diploma/GED + Associate's degree + Bachelor's degree or higher + None of the above 02 How many years of professional experience working with a comprehensive geographic information system? + Less than 2 years + 2 to 4 years + 4 to 6 years + 6 years or more 03 Have you worked independently to lead a project or task to completion? How often do work independently, not needed much guidance on the work? + 0-20% of the time + 20-40% of the time + 40-60% of the time + 60-80% of the time + 80-100% of the time 04 What is your experience with SDE administration and how familiar are you with working with Microsoft SQL Server directly and are you knowledgeable in using SQL scripting? + Some direct experience + Worked independently with this skill. + No direct experience 05 Provide examples of experience underlined in question 4. If no experience, write N/A. 06 This position will likely involve publishing maps using ArcPro to create web services for use in many web maps and applications. How would you describe your experience? + No direct experience + Some direct experience + Worked independently with this skill 07 Provide examples of experience underlined in question 6. If no experience, write N/A. 08 Are you familiar with ESRI’s GIS Solutions like Dashboard, Field Maps, customized web services, and Experience Builder? + No direct experience + Some direct experience + Worked independently with this skill 09 Provide examples of experience underlined in question 8. If no experience, write N/A. 10 Have you used Arcade in your work? + No direct experience + Some direct experience + worked independently with this skill. 11 Provide examples of experience underlined in question 10. If no experience, write N/A. 12 Have you used Python in your work? + No direct experience + Some direct experience + worked independently with this skill 13 Provide examples of experience underlined in question 12. If no experience, write N/A. 14 Have you used FME in your work? + No direct experience + Some direct experience + Worked independently with this skill 15 Provide examples of experience underlined in question 14. If no experience, write N/A. 16 Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions? + Yes + No Required Question