Engineering Data & Geospacial Analyst

Are you passionate about data, mapping, and innovation? Join our team as an Engineering Data and Geospatial Analyst, where you will play a key role in developing, implementing, and maintaining critical data systems that support infrastructure planning, resource management, and decision-making. This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your expertise in data science, GIS, and engineering to drive efficiency and accuracy in city projects.

We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to embrace emerging technologies. In this role, you will work closely with technical experts, project managers, and stakeholders to optimize data workflows, enhance geospatial analysis, and support infrastructure initiatives that impact the community. If you're ready to make a meaningful difference through data-driven solutions, we encourage you to apply!

This is responsible professional work pertaining to the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Engineering Department's data, mapping, and information workflows. This position serves as a critical technical and analytical resource within the Engineering Department, driving innovation in the management of geospatial and engineering data. It includes the design, development, and optimization of data systems and workflows to support infrastructure planning, resource management, and decision-making. Responsibilities extend to integrating data across platforms, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and enhancing interdepartmental collaboration.

• Create, maintain, update, and extend department data sets such as stormwater, facilities, projects, complete streets, and other data sets as assigned.
• Create, maintain, update, and extend dashboards, analyses, reports, and other data products as assigned to communicate information internally and externally gleaned from department or other data sets.
• Use GIS systems to visualize and convey information about city functions, projects, and activities. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Create, maintain, update, analyze, and report on cross-project management, time allocation, resource allocation, and project schedules relating to infrastructure projects.
• Create, maintain, update, and publish public outreach materials including through web and social media platforms.
• May attend occasional public meetings in support of Department projects and initiatives.
• As the subject matter expert, provides training and guidance to the Department in the technical areas related to geospacial analysis.
• As directed by the Department, responds to natural disasters and public emergencies with related technical support.
• May visit and survey related projects in the field.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the City Engineer or designee.

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in data science; geography/geospatial science, engineering, mathematics/statistics, or related field. At least one to five years of experience in data science, GIS systems, project management, engineering, or related field. Or, any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the following knowledge, abilities, and skills:

• Thorough knowledge data management practices, including the creation, maintenance, updating, and extension of data sets common in engineering practice.
• Thorough knowledge and demonstrated ability of data presentation techniques (visual, oral, written, and dynamic) including dashboards, presentations, maps, fact sheets, web sites, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze a variety of data problems, to make recommendations for their solution, and to put recommendations into effect.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), in particular their role in engineering workflows and analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and collaboratively with co-workers, particularly technical experts, to organize, analyze, and track project data, particularly schedule data.
• Ability to carry out brief general instructions of superiors effectively, and to supervise projects and studies.
• Considerable skill in the use of data analysis, visualization, presentation, mapping, and communication software.
• Ability to present facts and express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing including the ability to create effective communication materials for the public.
• Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure, meet deadlines on short notice, and work an occasional evening or weekend day.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department heads, other city officials, and the general public.
• Other computer literacy skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and ability to learn multiple web-based applications.

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Applications will be reviewed by the Department of Human Resources. Applicants must demonstrate within their submission that they meet the minimum requirements as listed within the job description; failure to do so may result in disqualification. Applicants meeting minimum requirements may be invited to participate in a Civil Service exam process at a later date.

It is critical that you complete the application thoroughly, as the information you provide will be used to ascertain if you are eligible to move forward in the selection process. Your application and resume should indicate that you meet the minimum requirements as listed. This information may be used to determine the eligibility list. As such, this job announcement should be considered the exam announcement, and submissions may be evaluated prior to the posted closing date.

Information regarding the employment and selection process can be found HERE.

We reserve the right to extend an application deadline or close a job posting early to ensure we can attract and identify the best candidate(s) for a position.