About the position
The GIS Analyst position with the City of Pittsburgh is a full-time role focused on designing, maintaining, and producing both digital and hardcopy map images. The analyst will provide complex data analysis from multiple data sources and ensure that geographic information system (GIS) databases adhere to established data standards. This position is part of the Innovation and Performance Department and offers a salary of $65,170 per year. The role is included in the American Federation of State, County, Municipal Employees, Local 2719 bargaining unit, and will be filled in accordance with the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The position is classified as non-competitive under civil service regulations. The GIS Analyst will be responsible for a variety of tasks including designing and producing maps for both internal employees and the public, maintaining an inventory of maps, and editing and updating GIS data sets. The analyst will also set standards and best practices for GIS operations, research and prepare graphics and reports for publication, and write and debug complex programs and applications using various tools. Additionally, the role involves creating and updating addresses for citizens, constructing and updating 3D models, and automating GIS-related functions. Fieldwork data collection is also a component of this position, along with the development of citywide GIS databases and the production of GIS-related documentation and metadata. Candidates must meet specific requirements to qualify for this position, including a valid Class C Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Operator's License, a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and at least one year of full-time experience in operating Geographic Information Systems. The City of Pittsburgh mandates that applicants be residents of the city prior to employment and maintain residency throughout their employment. The position requires compliance with the city's COVID-19 vaccination mandate and successful completion of a background investigation.
Responsibilities
- Designs and produces digital and hardcopy maps for employees and the public.
- Maintains map inventory.
- Edits and updates GIS data sets.
- Sets standards and best practices for GIS operations.
- Researches, prepares, edits, and updates graphics, reports, applications, and documents for display and/or publication through automated methods.
- Writes and debugs complex programs and applications using various tools.
- Creates, updates, and provides new addresses for citizens.
- Constructs and updates 3D models and imports/exports 3D objects in the GIS.
- Updates and inputs data into the City of Pittsburgh Accela Automation system.
- Undertakes fieldwork data collection.
- Automates GIS related functions.
- Develops citywide GIS databases.
- Produces GIS related documentation and metadata.
- Performs other related tasks and duties as assigned or required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from a fully accredited institution in Geography, Information Technology, Cartography, Computer Science, Planning, or a related field.
- One (1) year of full-time experience in operating Geographic Information Systems.
- Current, valid Class C Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
- Must be a resident of the City of Pittsburgh prior to employment and remain a resident throughout employment.
