GIS Analyst I​/II

GIS Analyst I: $74,365 - $101,352

GIS Analyst II: $90,606 - $123,487

The City of Rocklin is seeking a GIS Analyst I/II with a solid foundation in GIS principles and ArcGIS software, with the ability to create maps, analyze data, and support a variety of City projects. We are seeking someone who demonstrates curiosity, problem-solving skills, and a willingness to learn new tools and approaches.

• Conducts complex spatial/surface analysis using a variety of modules and GIS software; utilizes multiple databases and GIS software to perform spatial analysis for more difficult special projects working with a team of users, from the City and other organizations, involving a major policy area or concern.
• Maintains and enhances GIS data sets, according to evolving needs and resources including digitizing, editing, researching, creating, calculating, and editing of attributes and merging of data from different sources; adds new data and manipulates existing data in multiple work files; performs high‑level manual and/or visual review of preliminary data and final products to ensure usability and accuracy of all data entering the system.
• Meets with users to define data needs, project requirements, project output, and/or develop applications; analyzes GIS needs of City departments and implements GIS programs, databases, and related products for City departments and outside agencies; prepares and coordinates project scopes, procedure flow‑charts, and schedules with customers and programmers.
• Conducts Global Positioning Systems (GPS) surveying and data post‑processing or GIS database development efforts.
• Creates and edits geospatial data, using GPS and digitizing techniques; creates and edits maps, integrating a range of data formats, and using state‑of‑the‑art technology.
• Creates GIS software programming applications.
• Interfaces and serves as liaison with clients in the serving of special requests and operational issues; ensures that GIS products are delivered within a timeframe acceptable to the client; coordinates advanced level support and expertise for more difficult GIS applications.
• Attends training meetings and upgrades knowledge of GIS systems; applies and documents new techniques as they are implemented.
• Evaluates operations and makes recommendations about the GIS program direction and procedure modifications; develops or assists in developing policies and procedures for GIS processes.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Cartography, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field;

AND

One year of full‑time experience using AutoCAD, ERSI‑based GIS software applications, databases and other relevant computer software, programs, and databases.

A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Cartography, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field;

AND

Three (3) years of experience working in a GIS related field, including experience with a wide variety of geographic information system applications;
or

Two (2) years of experience performing duties similar to those of a Geographic Systems Analyst I with the City of Rocklin.

A valid California Class C driver license or higher with a satisfactory driving record is required at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis.

• While always welcome, a resume will not be accepted in lieu of an official City application. The application must be completed in its entirety (including any supplemental questions).
• All required documents must be attached to the application; missing documents may be submitted until the final filing date.
  Human Resources will not accept documents after the final filing date
  . For college education to be considered, the degree or transcripts must be attached to the application.
• Applicants will be screened against the minimum qualifications and then the desired qualifications. Those who qualify may be further screened to identify the best‑qualified candidates.
• The City of Rocklin reserves the right to close this recruitment without prior notice.

The City of Rocklin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.