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Senior GIS Analyst
Salary
72,936.24 - $85,297.94 Annually
Location
611 Walker Street
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
35743
Department
Houston Public Works
Opening Date
01 / 07 / 2025
Closing Date
2 / 4 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central
Description
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POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from : ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Service Line : Houston Public Works
Division : Houston Water
Reporting Location : 611 Walker St., 21st fl.
Workdays & Hours : Monday - Friday / 7 : 00am - 4 : 00pm
- Eligible for hybrid work
- Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Collaborates within a team of GIS professionals, and across business units, to enhance and deliver high-quality GIS solutions. Leverages Python and FME to improve workflows and outputs, including analysis, mapping in ArcPro, GIS applications (dashboards, custom web services, Field Maps), field verification review, inspection data updates, and reporting.
Operate independently to manage and execute complex projects, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of progress. While this is not a supervisory role, senior staff are expected to contribute to team development by coaching and mentoring junior Technician classifications.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position requires stooping, bending and / or lifting of items of up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces.
This is a Department of Houston Public Works Management position at the Tier II level.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires an Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Science, Computer Science, Management of Information Science or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Two years of professional experience working with a comprehensive geographic information system are required.
Professional experience working with a comprehensive geographic information system may be substituted for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None
PREFERENCES
Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED : None
However, the department may administer a skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION : No
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
PAY GRADE 24
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at : www.houstontx.gov.
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting : or call 832-395-2976
If you need special services or accommodations 832-395-2976 (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include :
Medical
Dental
Vision
Wellness
Supplemental Insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Retirement pension
457 deferred compensation plan
Employee Assistance Program
10 days of vacation each year
11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
Compensable Sick Leave
Personal Leave
Flexible schedules
Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
Professional development opportunities
Transportation / parking plan
Section 125 pretax deductions
Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
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Please select your highest verifiable level of formal education completed.
High School Diploma / GED
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree or higher
None of the above
How many years of professional experience working with a comprehensive geographic information system?
Less than 2 years
2 to 4 years
4 to 6 years
6 years or more
Have you worked independently to lead a project or task to completion? How often do work independently, not needed much guidance on the work?
0-20% of the time
20-40% of the time
40-60% of the time
60-80% of the time
80-100% of the time
What is your experience with SDE administration and how familiar are you with working with Microsoft SQL Server directly and are you knowledgeable in using SQL scripting?
Some direct experience
Worked independently with this skill.
No direct experience
Provide examples of experience underlined in question 4. If no experience, write N / A.
This position will likely involve publishing maps using ArcPro to create web services for use in many web maps and applications. How would you describe your experience?
No direct experience
Some direct experience
Worked independently with this skill
Provide examples of experience underlined in question 6. If no experience, write N / A.
Are you familiar with ESRI’s GIS Solutions like Dashboard, Field Maps, customized web services, and Experience Builder?
No direct experience
Some direct experience
Worked independently with this skill
Provide examples of experience underlined in question 8. If no experience, write N / A.
Have you used Arcade in your work?
No direct experience
Some direct experience
worked independently with this skill.
Provide examples of experience underlined in question 10. If no experience, write N / A.
Have you used Python in your work?
No direct experience
Some direct experience
worked independently with this skill
Provide examples of experience underlined in question 12. If no experience, write N / A.
Have you used FME in your work?
No direct experience
Some direct experience
Worked independently with this skill
Provide examples of experience underlined in question 14. If no experience, write N / A.
Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?
Required Question
Salary : $72,936 - $85,298
