Delta County Colorado Government · 5 hours ago
Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst
Delta, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$26.42/hr - $29.06/hr
1+ years expDelta County Colorado Government is seeking a passionate GIS Analyst to join their team. The role involves conducting advanced analyses of spatial data, producing maps using ESRI ArcGIS software, and supporting emergency management initiatives. The GIS Analyst will also manage and maintain ArcGIS online resources while ensuring data integrity across county spatial layers.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Utilizes knowledge of the principles of geographic information science and GIS technology
Performs analysis of spatial data using GIS technology
Ability to use programming languages such as Python, Arcade, VBScript, and/or JScript for data queries, labels, and reporting in GIS
Coordinates the procurement and distribution of spatial data
Supports the design, maintenance, and data integrity of the enterprise GIS and other GIS related applications, as applicable
Performs cartographic work for various county departments with varying degrees of complexity
Researches and assesses spatial data for quality, accuracy and completeness
Coordinates collection of field data by county personnel. Develops data standards and methodology for data collection. Ensures completed work complies with departmental or industry data standards
Utilizes specialized skills and knowledge of County GIS to manage complex ongoing and temporary GIS projects
Coordinates GIS data improvement and/or implementation
Manages and maintains ArcGIS online web maps, applications, tools, and data
Compiles and records spatial data through data entry, manipulation, editing and creation using coordinate geometry to convert surveying data and legal descriptions to GIS format
Upholds and ensures rigorous oversight of data integrity across all county spatial layers. This includes the proactive identification, investigation, and resolution of data discrepancies discovered during routine maintenance or reported by users
Reviews existing or incoming data for currency, accuracy, usefulness, quality, or completeness of documentation
Researches source documents such as plat, parcels, addresses, legal descriptions, permits, and other records to verify the accuracy and completeness of data prior to input
Operate GPS equipment according to specifications
Must have the ability to work with moderate mathematical concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, percentages, decimals, proportions, rates and ratios. Must be able to analyze technical data and apply it to practical situations
Comprehends, applies, and recalls Delta County's policies and related professional knowledge for addressing and road naming. Use information to respond to inquiries regarding these regulations and professional norms
Should the Board of County Commissioners or another authorized representative issue a local disaster declaration in Delta County, all Delta County employees may be called upon to serve as disaster service workers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university in geography, or GIS, or equivalent academic credentials related to the field of employment is required
A minimum of one (1) year of experience in the use of GIS technology is required
Current, valid and unrestricted Colorado Driver's License
Working knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS software for editing and analysis, and being proficient with geodatabase usage, Microsoft Office and Google products is desired
Preferred
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
A master's degree in a related field with extensive coursework in GIS can substitute for two years of relevant work experience
Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP) certification from the GIS Certification Institute can be used to establish equivalency
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Additional selective optional insurances available to the employee and eligible dependents on a cost share basis between employee and the organization
Life insurance and employee only medical insurance is available at no cost to the employee
Pre-tax flexible spending account
Employees contribute 4% of their salary to a 401(a) retirement account fully matched with 4% from the County along with an optional 457 tax advantaged deferred-compensation retirement plan
Paid time off is accrued at 14 hours per month with an additional 11 paid holidays in a calendar year
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that includes counseling along with some legal and financial support counseling
Modified work schedules for positions and employees that qualify
Additional employee discounts and fringe benefits are available
Company
Delta County Colorado Government
Delta County is located on Colorado’s Western Slope at the base of Grand Mesa, the largest flat top mountain in the world.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase