GIS Analyst

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Aztec, NM

About the position

The GIS Analyst position at the County of San Juan involves implementing and maintaining applications and services for the Geographic Information System (GIS) department. The role requires a combination of technical skills in GIS software, data management, and customer support, aimed at enhancing the county's spatial data capabilities and providing assistance to various departments and the public.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain the GIS system for the County's spatial data needs.
• Provide tier 1 and tier 2 support for GIS requests from other County departments, businesses, and the public.
• Develop maps that display specific data requested by customers.
• Work on tasks focused on achieving the long-term goals of the GIS program.
• Implement new and updated information received from the field and test and install updates to the system software.
• Research new software and hardware for use in planning and train employees when needed.
• Develop new applications for the GIS system in ArcGIS Enterprise or ArcGIS Online.
• Meet with various departments and outside organizations to explain GIS resources and recommend services.
• Participate in local GIS user groups and meetings to promote communication and data distribution.
• Assist with the management of the County's geospatial data repositories using SQL Server and ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Support mobile and web development processes including design, coding, testing, and management of web interfaces and mobile applications.
• Assist with web server and MSSQL Server administration and management.
• Perform complex data processing tasks related to LiDAR data for county projects.
• Prioritize multiple tasks effectively and see them through to completion.

Requirements

• Associates Degree and two years of experience in a GIS related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• ESRI Software Training Certification.
• Pass an initial comprehensive criminal background check and be subject to periodic background checks.
• Valid Part 107 Certification or able to obtain within twelve months of employment.
• Valid State of New Mexico Driver's license or able to obtain within six months of employment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with ArcGIS Field Maps.
• Experience creating web map applications with ArcGIS Online or ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Experience with ArcPy scripting.

Benefits

• Health care
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plans
• Deferred compensation plans
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Holidays
• Vacation
• Sick leave