GIS Analyst jobs in Modesto, CA

Examples of Duties

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

Builds, maintains and curates mapping applications using ESRI or open -source technologies, including ESRI's Arc GIS Online.

Manages and administers spatial and non-spatial data.

Utilizes various software and extensions to perform complex GIS analysis.

Uses and creates automated processes using model-builder or other tools.

Utilize GIS programming languages to develop web based or desktop applications.

Use ArcGIS software skills and Python to update and create workflows and automate processes.

Processes, prepare, and convert data to enter in GIS databases; create and maintain documentation of spatial layers; edit tabular data and spatial layers; perform advanced spatial and tabular queries.

Analyzes and solves hardware and software problems as needed and installs, tests, and implements vendor supplied modifications to existing software.

Assists in development and enforcement of GIS standards and operating procedures; writes program documentation, user procedures and instructions; implements, tracks and evaluates new or modified programs and applications.

Conducts feasibility studies and associated time, equipment and cost requirements.

Analyzes and maintains design of the GIS database, including goals and objectives, data dictionary, physical database security and privacy, and recovery systems.

Identifies, analyzes and maintains the GIS operating environment, including search strategies, access methods, file membership, record relationships and data compression techniques.

Assist in conducting complex spatial/surface analysis.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

GIS Analyst I

Experience:
One (1) year of experience performing programming and/or database development support work in an automated mapping environment. Additional experience, as outlined above, may be substituted for the education requirement on a year for year basis.

Education:
An Associate's degree in GIS, Cartography, Geography, Computer Science, Engineering, Planning, or other GIS related field OR 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university which includes coursework in a GIS related field. (Job-related experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.)

GIS Analyst II

Experience:
Three (3) years experience in any of the following areas: performing systems analysis, design and maintenance, spatial database analysis and design, or applications development and programming in an automated mapping environment at a level equivalent to the County's class of GIS Analyst I.

Education:
Equivalent to graduation from a four (4) year college or university with major coursework in computer science, mathematics, geography or a closely related field and additional experience as outlined above, may be substituted for the education requirement on a year for year basis.

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Communicate effectively with others in person, in writing, and over the telephone.

Analyze data, interpret directions, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate responses.

Perform job duties under stressful conditions and respond appropriately to situations.

Lift and move with help objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations.

Repetitive motion, sitting for long periods, walking and occasional standing, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, climbing.

Constant good overall vision and reading and close-up work and occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision.

Frequent color perception and use of eye/hand coordination.

Normal dexterity with frequent writing.

Frequent hearing or normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone, talking in person.

Frequent decision making, concentration, and public contact.

Occasional exposure to indoor industrial conditions (heat/cold, odors, or poor ventilation).

Regular work attendance is an essential function, and some assignments may require working weekend, nights, and/or occasional overtime.

Legal descriptions, land and records of surveys, subdivision and assessor maps.

Principles and practices of GIS, cartography, and engineering and drafting.

GIS data maintenance, conversion techniques and data manipulation procedures.

Principles and techniques of programming languages (VB, Python, etc.).

Business arithmetic, algebra and geometry.

Basic business administration and office procedures.

Principles and practices of effective communication of technical issues.

Computer aided design or graphic simulation.

Backup, restore, restart and recovery concepts.

Relational database management systems implementation.

Analyze system requirements and select appropriate hardware/software design.

Develop tests to analyze new or modified hardware, software or database structure.

Troubleshoot hardware/software problems and debug programs and applications.

Visualize spatial relationships, read and interpret maps and aerial photographs.

Interpret, apply, and explain applicable laws and regulations.

Work effectively, independently, and in a team environment, follow instructions and communicate clearly and concisely with others, orally and in writing.

Instruct non-technical and user staff in operation of new or revised GIS applications, system modifications or database structure.

Prepare clear and concise program documentation, user procedures, GIS standards, reports of work performed, and other written material.

Exercise sound independent decisions within established guidelines.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

HOLIDAYS & LEAVES

VACATION

10 days the first 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 160 hours), 15 days in the second 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 240 hours), and 20 days after 10 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 320 hours).

SICK LEAVE

.0462 hours sick leave for each paid regularly scheduled work hour. 12 days (96 hours per year) with unlimited accumulation. Optional annual buy back of a portion of accumulated sick leave hours upon meeting certain criteria.

HOLIDAYS

Twelve paid holidays annually plus one optional holiday.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE

Three (3) regularly scheduled work days or five (5) days if distance traveled over 500 miles one-way.

INSURANCE

HEALTH INSURANCE

Medical Insurance - Merced County offers five Medical Plans and contributes towards employee and dependent premiums. Medical plan availability varies based on bargaining units.

• Anthem 200 EPO
• Anthem 500 EPO
• Anthem 1500 EPO
• Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) with Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) without Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Calendar Year Maximums
• County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)

• County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)

DISABILITY INSURANCE

State Disability Insurance - Benefit based on highest quarter during previous calendar year. Employee pays premium.

LIFE INSURANCE

$10,000 County-paid coverage (Accidental Death and Dismemberment included). Voluntary Term Life and Universal Life Insurance available - premium paid by employee.

RETIREMENT

DEFERRED COMPENSATION

The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. Employees choose their investment funds and can make pretax contributions to the plan up to the maximum allowable.

EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)

Anthem EAP services provides up to five face-to-face counseling sessions per incident and provides a toll-free "800" hotline available 24/7 for emergencies and crisis intervention. EAP services include counseling services, legal services, financial services and work-life resource services.

EMPLOYEE TICKETS, COUPONS, and DISCOUNTS

The County of Merced has partnered with Employee Savings Tickets to provide discounted coupons and tickets for all county employees to attractions throughout the state and out-of-state. The discounts and coupons are available for shopping, movies, sporting events, theme parks, zoos and aquariums and much more.

THIS BULLETIN IS NOT A CONTRACT AND DOES NOT CREATE CONTRACTUAL OR LEGAL RIGHTS ON BEHALF OF ANY EMPLOYEE. THIS BULLETIN IS SUBJECT OF BEING SUPPLEMENTED, MODIFIED, WITHDRAWN OR OTHERWISE CHANGED PENDING LABOR AGREEMENTS AND/OR AT THE DISCRETION OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE OFFICER OR AS THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS DEEM NECESSARY.


For answers to specific questions regarding employee benefits, please call Human Resources at 209.385.7682.