What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS Analyst position at Forsyth County Government?
Salary
$54,224.00 Annually
Location
Cumming, GA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
03224
Department
GIS Services
Opening Date
12/12/2024
Closing Date
1/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
The purpose of this classification is to develop and maintain the geographic information system (GIS) computerized mapping database, analyze geographic data, perform GIS computerized mapping functions, and provide technical services and support.
This position is available in January 2025.
Job Summary
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Operates and maintains geographic information system (GIS); creates, maintains, and updates data in GIS database; queries databases for various analytical information.
Creates and manages datasets; designs and edits geographical databases; creates and maintains edit controls on changes to data sets; identifies and traps errors and potential errors within datasets; provides feedback to database administrator.
Performs mapping functions; performs graphic editing, line cleaning, topology building, and database updating; converts datasets from other formats; converts map data to digital format using GIS software; digitizes hardcopy materials and information; processes GIS data for maps.
Analyzes complex geographic data; conducts analysis of datasets and databases; produces digital statistics.
Assists in coordinating aspects of departmental projects; assists with project management and achievement of objectives.
Provides technical support for department projects; defines and documents processes; designs databases; conducts advanced GIS analysis and modeling.
Coordinates custom GIS software interface and macro development, including Intranet applications.
Develops workflow operator instructional manuals; provides data translation support.
Creates and produces various maps or other products; produces hardcopy plots; provides digitized products to third parties; provides digitized/hard-copy products to the public; produces various reports and plans.
Provides information and technical assistance regarding mapping issues or related issues; provides information, researches problems, and initiates problem resolution.
Provides technical support to system users; instructs staff members on use of GIS software and other software applications.
Collects data for projects using global position system (GPS), imagery, or other methods; verifies and updates information; identifies relevant available data sources; installs survey control points at designated locations.
Performs long-range and sub-area planning functions; serves as key staff member in development of sub-area plans, amendments to County code, and comprehensive plan revisions; collects, reviews, and analyzes population, housing, and other socio-economic data; prepares reports and develops policy recommendations relating to long range work program.
Conducts research of maps, legal/court records, computer databases, Internet sites, hardcopy materials, or other sources as needed.
Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, data agreements, project worksheets, maps, charts, analysis reports, billing statements, instructional manuals, or other documents.
Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, data requests, data agreements, project worksheets, demographic statistics, tax bills, maps, aerial photographs, plats, plots, site plans, planning charts/documents, historical documents, technical guides, textbooks, manuals, directories, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
Operates various equipment associated with work activities; operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; verifies accuracy of entered data and makes corrections; operates/utilizes a variety of equipment/tools such as a printer, large format plotter, digitizer, global position system (GPS) receiver, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, or telephone.
Maintains a working knowledge of a variety of computer operating systems and software programs associated with work activities, which may include word processing, spreadsheet, database, desktop publishing, photo imaging, geographical information system (GIS), mapping, programming, utilities, research, e-mail, Internet, or other computer programs.
Assists in coordinating daily work activities of GIS technicians; provides training and direction; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with staff members, assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, system users, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new technologies, equipment, trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends conferences, workshops, and training sessions as appropriate.
Additional Functions
Performs general/clerical tasks, which may include copying maps and other documents, sending/receiving faxes, filing documentation, or processing incoming/outgoing mail.
Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Performs other related duties as required.
Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Geographical Information Systems, Computer Science, or closely related field; supplemented by three (3) years previous experience and/or training involving geographical information system operations and computerized mapping, with experience in specialized area/department of assignment; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Benefits Provided By Forsyth County To Full-time Employees
Personal Leave Accrual
Personal Leave Shall Be Accrued As Follows
0 - 4 Years - 20 days per year - 6.16 hours per pay period
5 - 14 Years - 25 days per year - 7.70 hours per pay period
15 Years - 30 days per year - 9.24 hours per pay period
Observed Holidays
New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving (2), and Christmas (2).
Medical Insurance
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners offers employees a choice of two medical plans offered by Aetna and a plan offered by Kaiser Permanente.
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners offers two dental plans from Delta Dental:
The vision plan offered by Forsyth County Board of Commissioners is administered by Aetna and will offer office visit copays for exams, as well as copays for lenses, frames, and contacts.
Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners recognizes the importance of basic life insurance for all of its employees. The Board provides term life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) protection for each full-time employee. This is a County-paid benefit.
Disability Insurance – Short Term and Long Term
100% paid by Forsyth County. Eligibility begins date of hire.
Short Term Disability – 60% of weekly earnings to a maximum of $1,000.00 a week. Eligibility begins 14 days after an accident or sickness and has a benefit period of 24 weeks.
Long Term Disability – 60% of monthly earnings to a maximum of $5,000.00 a month. Eligibility begins at 26 weeks to coordinate with the end of Short Term benefits and continues 24 months (Own Occupation).
Additional Life Insurance And AD&D
Rates vary based on amount of coverage selected. Additional life insurance may be purchased for employee, spouse, and children.
Retirement Plan (401K)
Fully vested at five years of employment – 20% graduated vesting annually. Eligible to begin contributions immediately upon hire.
Six Months through One Year of County Service
Forsyth County matches your contributions, dollar for dollar, up to 5% of your pay. That’s a 100% return on the first 5% of pay you save.
Years One through Five
Forsyth County “seeds” your account with 5% of your pay each year, and matches 100% of what you contribute, up to 5% of your pay.
Years 5 through 10
The County continues its automatic “seed” contribution of 5% of pay, matches up to the first 5% of pay that you contribute, then adds a 50% match up to the next 5%.
After 10 Years of Service
You continue to receive a 100% County match on the first 5% of pay you contribute, and 50% on the next 5% of pay you save. But now, the automatic contribution the County makes to “seed” your account each year increases to 7.5% of your pay.
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Geography, Geographical Information Systems, Computer Science, or closely related field?
Do you have at least three (3) years previous experience and/or training involving geographical information system operations and computerized mapping?
Agency Forsyth County
Address 110 East Main Street
Suite 230
Cumming, Georgia, 30040
Phone (770) 781-3088
Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/forsyth/default.cfm
$54,224.00 Annually
Location
Cumming, GA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
03224
Department
GIS Services
Opening Date
12/12/2024
Closing Date
1/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
The purpose of this classification is to develop and maintain the geographic information system (GIS) computerized mapping database, analyze geographic data, perform GIS computerized mapping functions, and provide technical services and support.
This position is available in January 2025.
Job Summary
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Operates and maintains geographic information system (GIS); creates, maintains, and updates data in GIS database; queries databases for various analytical information.
Creates and manages datasets; designs and edits geographical databases; creates and maintains edit controls on changes to data sets; identifies and traps errors and potential errors within datasets; provides feedback to database administrator.
Performs mapping functions; performs graphic editing, line cleaning, topology building, and database updating; converts datasets from other formats; converts map data to digital format using GIS software; digitizes hardcopy materials and information; processes GIS data for maps.
Analyzes complex geographic data; conducts analysis of datasets and databases; produces digital statistics.
Assists in coordinating aspects of departmental projects; assists with project management and achievement of objectives.
Provides technical support for department projects; defines and documents processes; designs databases; conducts advanced GIS analysis and modeling.
Coordinates custom GIS software interface and macro development, including Intranet applications.
Develops workflow operator instructional manuals; provides data translation support.
Creates and produces various maps or other products; produces hardcopy plots; provides digitized products to third parties; provides digitized/hard-copy products to the public; produces various reports and plans.
Provides information and technical assistance regarding mapping issues or related issues; provides information, researches problems, and initiates problem resolution.
Provides technical support to system users; instructs staff members on use of GIS software and other software applications.
Collects data for projects using global position system (GPS), imagery, or other methods; verifies and updates information; identifies relevant available data sources; installs survey control points at designated locations.
Performs long-range and sub-area planning functions; serves as key staff member in development of sub-area plans, amendments to County code, and comprehensive plan revisions; collects, reviews, and analyzes population, housing, and other socio-economic data; prepares reports and develops policy recommendations relating to long range work program.
Conducts research of maps, legal/court records, computer databases, Internet sites, hardcopy materials, or other sources as needed.
Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, data agreements, project worksheets, maps, charts, analysis reports, billing statements, instructional manuals, or other documents.
Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, data requests, data agreements, project worksheets, demographic statistics, tax bills, maps, aerial photographs, plats, plots, site plans, planning charts/documents, historical documents, technical guides, textbooks, manuals, directories, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
Operates various equipment associated with work activities; operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; verifies accuracy of entered data and makes corrections; operates/utilizes a variety of equipment/tools such as a printer, large format plotter, digitizer, global position system (GPS) receiver, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, or telephone.
Maintains a working knowledge of a variety of computer operating systems and software programs associated with work activities, which may include word processing, spreadsheet, database, desktop publishing, photo imaging, geographical information system (GIS), mapping, programming, utilities, research, e-mail, Internet, or other computer programs.
Assists in coordinating daily work activities of GIS technicians; provides training and direction; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with staff members, assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, system users, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new technologies, equipment, trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends conferences, workshops, and training sessions as appropriate.
Additional Functions
Performs general/clerical tasks, which may include copying maps and other documents, sending/receiving faxes, filing documentation, or processing incoming/outgoing mail.
Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Performs other related duties as required.
Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Geographical Information Systems, Computer Science, or closely related field; supplemented by three (3) years previous experience and/or training involving geographical information system operations and computerized mapping, with experience in specialized area/department of assignment; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Benefits Provided By Forsyth County To Full-time Employees
Personal Leave Accrual
Personal Leave Shall Be Accrued As Follows
0 - 4 Years - 20 days per year - 6.16 hours per pay period
5 - 14 Years - 25 days per year - 7.70 hours per pay period
15 Years - 30 days per year - 9.24 hours per pay period
Observed Holidays
New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving (2), and Christmas (2).
Medical Insurance
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners offers employees a choice of two medical plans offered by Aetna and a plan offered by Kaiser Permanente.
- Aetna Choice POS II - $2000 Individual Deductible (Basic Plan)
- Aetna Choice POS II - $1000 Individual Deductible (Plus Plan)
- Kaiser Permanente HMO- $0 Individual Deductible
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners offers two dental plans from Delta Dental:
- Base $1,000 Plan
- Buy-Up $1,500 Plan
The vision plan offered by Forsyth County Board of Commissioners is administered by Aetna and will offer office visit copays for exams, as well as copays for lenses, frames, and contacts.
Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners recognizes the importance of basic life insurance for all of its employees. The Board provides term life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) protection for each full-time employee. This is a County-paid benefit.
Disability Insurance – Short Term and Long Term
100% paid by Forsyth County. Eligibility begins date of hire.
Short Term Disability – 60% of weekly earnings to a maximum of $1,000.00 a week. Eligibility begins 14 days after an accident or sickness and has a benefit period of 24 weeks.
Long Term Disability – 60% of monthly earnings to a maximum of $5,000.00 a month. Eligibility begins at 26 weeks to coordinate with the end of Short Term benefits and continues 24 months (Own Occupation).
Additional Life Insurance And AD&D
Rates vary based on amount of coverage selected. Additional life insurance may be purchased for employee, spouse, and children.
Retirement Plan (401K)
Fully vested at five years of employment – 20% graduated vesting annually. Eligible to begin contributions immediately upon hire.
Six Months through One Year of County Service
Forsyth County matches your contributions, dollar for dollar, up to 5% of your pay. That’s a 100% return on the first 5% of pay you save.
Years One through Five
Forsyth County “seeds” your account with 5% of your pay each year, and matches 100% of what you contribute, up to 5% of your pay.
Years 5 through 10
The County continues its automatic “seed” contribution of 5% of pay, matches up to the first 5% of pay that you contribute, then adds a 50% match up to the next 5%.
After 10 Years of Service
You continue to receive a 100% County match on the first 5% of pay you contribute, and 50% on the next 5% of pay you save. But now, the automatic contribution the County makes to “seed” your account each year increases to 7.5% of your pay.
01
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Geography, Geographical Information Systems, Computer Science, or closely related field?
- Yes
- No
Do you have at least three (3) years previous experience and/or training involving geographical information system operations and computerized mapping?
- Yes
- No
Agency Forsyth County
Address 110 East Main Street
Suite 230
Cumming, Georgia, 30040
Phone (770) 781-3088
Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/forsyth/default.cfm
Salary : $54,224
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