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GIS ANALYST

Job Code: 2430
Pay Grade: 017

FLSA Status: Exempt 

General Functions
  

Under general direction, this is a professional technical position responsible for the design and implementation of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, mapping, quality assurance, analysis and application projects based on enterprise and customer specified requirements.

Work is performed under the general supervision of a GIS Supervisor. The position often serves as the technical team lead on GIS projects.

 
Representative Duties /Assignments
  

Duties may vary based on area of assignment. The following are representative duties, it is not the intent to capture all duties performed by this classification.

  • Leads Geographic Information Systems (GIS) projects under general direction.
  • Performs GIS analysis and mapping as assigned.
  • Develops and analyzes business requirements and designs, develops and tests new GIS data, processes and applications.
  • Analyses, troubleshoots, and improves existing GIS data, processes, and applications.
  • Designs and implements quality assurance processes.
  • Provides GIS support services to County management and staff.
  • Supports and mentors other GIS staff.
  • May represent business units on the Orange County GIS Technical Committee.
  • Interacts regularly with other County agencies, local governments, and the private sector.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
 
Minimum Qualifications
  

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and three (3) years of experience demonstrating a comprehensive knowledge of the use and application of GIS data and technologies; or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.

A Master's degree or other high level degree may substitute for two (2) years of  experience.

 
Preferences
  

Experience with GIS technologies, data and systems for supporting critical County business areas.



10/4/2023