• A beginner level position that performs tasks under the direct supervision of a more experienced GIS professional.
• Follows a given workflow

• Performs a variety of routine data maintenance tasks such as editing, reconciliation, attribution, etc.
• Uses standard GIS tools and generates standard GIS products 
• May produce cartographic products such as maps with symbology and adjuncts

• Has GIS certificate
  OR
• Is currently enrolled in a GIS program at a college or university

• Performs a variety of routine technical duties in maintaining and supporting geographic information systems (GIS) and GIS databases
• Uses standard GIS tools and generates standard GIS products 
• May assist with routine script maintenance or application monitoring

• This technical class performs duties primarily focused on GIS data creation and/or maintenance to support geographic information systems capabilities. 
• Incumbents utilize standard GIS tools and utilities to enter and correct data in GIS databases, researching a variety of source documents to verify data accuracy and completeness. 
• Work assigned involves proficiency in the use of standard GIS software, tools and utilities to carry out assignments ranging from routine to moderately difficult and is performed following specific and detailed instructions as to methods, procedures and guidelines. Deviations are referred to the supervisor for further guidance. Work is reviewed in considerable detail for completeness and accuracy and to ensure the accurate application of standard methods, techniques and procedures. 

• Example 1: An Associate's degree in geographic information systems, GIScience, geography or a closely related field requiring at least 18 units of equivalent coursework in geographic information systems - AND - six months of technical experience in the uses and operations of geographic information systems, including the entry, editing and retrieval of geospatial data in GIS databases. Successful completion of a recognized GIS certificate program requiring at least 18 units of coursework may be substituted for the required Associate's degree. 
• Example 2:  A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in geographic information systems, GIScience, geography or a closely related field requiring equivalent coursework in geographic information systems. 
• Minimum years of experience in role: 1-2 years

• Creates custom GIS applications using available vendor provided SDK’s, API’s and development libraries.
• Applications may be:
  • Standalone applications based on ArcEngine or ArcRuntime
  • Thick client applications based on ArcPro or ArcDesktop
  • Web applications based on Esri API’s
  • Batch scripts based on Esri ArcPy
• Performs complex professional duties in support of enterprise and departmental GIS databases and geographic information systems capabilities 
• Participates in design, programming, testing, implementation, administration and maintenance of GIS applications, tools and associated databases

• This professional class independently performs duties of considerable difficulty focused on data analysis and visualization, database maintenance, cartography, and/or application development. 
• Incumbents design, develop and maintain specialized data sets and layers within enterprise GIS database layers or in separate databases to support required analytical functions. 
• Incumbents also develop user/data requirements to meet departmental user/program needs and may serve as departmental business analyst/project leads for application development projects. 
• While work typically involves the use of conventional methods and techniques, assignments often require adapting methods to the issues involved and interpreting findings in terms of their significance. 
• Completed work is reviewed primarily for general acceptability, feasibility and relevance. 

• Example 1: Two years of experience, at the level of Geographic Information Systems Developer, demonstrated experience and knowledge of GIS functions, processes and analytical requirements.  -AND- demonstrated proficiency, experience, and/or Certification in computer science and/or GIS programming.
  • Proficiency in C# and/or Javascript plus python experience. 
  • Experience with Esri API’s and SDK’s
  • Competency with Geodatabases and GIS application architecture
• Example 2: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in geographic information systems, GIScience, geography or a closely related field that required equivalent coursework in geographic information systems, demonstrated experience and knowledge of GIS functions, processes and analytical requirements.  AND - at least two years of experience or equivalent Certification in computer science and/or GIS programming.
• Example 3: A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in geographic information systems, GIScience, geography or a closely related field that required equivalent coursework in geographic information systems, demonstrated experience and knowledge of GIS functions, processes and analytical requirements.  AND - at least one year of experience or equivalent Certification in computer science and/or GIS programming.

• Performs a variety of professional duties in support of geographic information systems (GIS) databases, software and capabilities
• Generates custom and standard maps, spatial analyses and other GIS products to meet customer requirements
• Utilizes GIS tools and utilities to convert data to GIS formats and performs data quality checking and correction
• May assist with Python script maintenance, monitoring or minor application modifications
• Provides help to less-knowledgeable GIS Users

• This position is responsible for carrying out a wide range of difficult and responsible assignments in maintaining the accuracy and quality of GIS database information, developing cartographic products, and data analysis and visualization to support a wide variety of enterprise or departmental functions, processes and analytical requirements. 
• Work of this class requires a professional knowledge of the theory and principles of GIS software and database manipulation and product/output development. Assignments are made in terms of applying established GIS technology principles, methods, procedures and tools to the completion of well defined, moderately difficult GIS functions and projects. 
• Imports, integrates, extracts and analyzes data for a variety of decision support purposes
• Work reviewed for accuracy and adherence with established methods, procedures and standards by supervisor. 

• Example 1: A Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in geographic information systems, GIScience, geography or a closely related field that required equivalent coursework in geographic information systems. 
• Example 2: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in geographic information systems, GIScience, geography or a closely related field that required equivalent coursework in geographic information systems - AND - 12 months of experience in the uses and operations of geographic information systems. 
• Example 3: An Associate's degree in geographic information systems, GIScience, geography or a field requiring at least 18 units of equivalent coursework in geographic information systems - AND - three (3) years of experience performing technical duties in support of geographic information systems using standard GIS tools to populate and manipulate GIS databases and generate GIS products. Successful completion of a recognized GIS certificate program requiring at least 18 units of coursework.

• Perform highly complex professional duties in support of enterprise and departmental GIS databases and geographic information systems capabilities.
• Must be able to use a wide range of development tools / software to complete extensive analysis of GIS data, functionality, and architecture.
• Participate in project design, testing, programming, implementation & maintenance of large-scale GIS applications, tools & associated databases.  
• May supervise or mentor a small team for some projects.
• Independently perform duties focused on large-scale GIS application & database projects with complex analytical assignments.
• Must be able to easily adapt according to customer requirements.
• Assignments typically involve varied & complex features with novel or ambiguous issues.  Addressing these issues may require extensive problem solving and modification of standard procedures, methods, or techniques.
• Requires the use of significant judgement & ingenuity in developing plans or approaches to meet project objectives.
• Completed work is reviewed primarily for overall acceptability, feasibility and relevance in meeting the needs of the customer.

• Content

• Example 1:  Master's degree in GIS, GIScience, geography, or a closely related field - AND - 4 years of experience in the use & operation of GIS, with 2 of those years performing GIS data analysis, database management, or GIS application development projects.

• Example 2: Bachelor's degree in GIS, GIScience, geography, or a closely related field - AND - 5 years of experience in the use & operation of GIS, with 3 of those years performing GIS data analysis, database management, or GIS application development projects.

• Example 3:   4+ years experience at the level of Geographic Information Programmer / Analyst performing GIS data analysis, database maintenance or application development projects.

• Functions as technical expert and serves as team lead in design, development, testing, implementation and maintenance of large-scale Enterprise and/or departmental Geographic Information Systems (GIS) backend components and processes.

• This professional class independently performs duties of considerable difficulty focused on Arc Enterprise components such as ArcSDE, Portal, ArcServer, GIS Monitor.
• Responsible for installation, configuration, and maintenance of the Arc Enterprise components.
• Maintains data, services, and databases to meet client security requirements.
• Integration of backend GIS with other systems such as document management systems, billing, or databases.
• Working with project/team members, designs, develops, configures, tests, implements and maintains large-scale GIS applications and web portals, backend processing modules and associated data layers and databases. 
• Participates in the design, development, integration and maintenance of GIS database architectures, data layers and databases; conducts and resolves complex data validity issues; manages the creation and maintenance of enterprise GIS data repositories. 
• Develops geospatial data structures to model complex, interrelated geographic features that are used by lower level staff to create and maintain enterprise GIS data. Performs application, database and system administration functions; establishes security protocols and privileges; monitors and tunes database performance; establishes and maintains database backup and recovery processes; monitors server performance and utilization. 
• Writes complex queries and scripts to automate highly complex tasks; identifies database discrepancies and automates routines to make corrections to improve database quality. 
• Participates in research and evaluation of new and emerging GIS and data management technologies to evaluate their potential and compatibility with regional GIS needs and technology environment; analyzes and evaluates technology solutions to ensure their consistency and integration with City technology standards; participates in developing enterprise GIS policies, standards and procedures. 

• Two years of experience, at the level of Geographic Information Systems Analyst, demonstrated experience and knowledge of GIS functions, processes and analytical requirements.  -AND- demonstrated proficiency, experience, and/or Certification in computer science and/or GIS programming.

• Meets with customers to analyze business and operational processes; develops clearly articulated business and functional requirements and creates design for GIS technology solutions. 
• Develops specifications; defines data requirements, data sources and design logic; leads and participates in research and evaluation of alternative methods and approaches. Recommends appropriate solutions and implementation strategies based on needs, requirements and resources and ensures consideration of best practices in the development of conceptual proposals for technology solutions. 
• Analyzes, develops, implements and maintains processes for enhancing the utilization of GIS technologies and solutions to support City business requirements and GIS initiatives. 
• Participates in performing complex technical work associated with projects; researches alternatives and recommends appropriate, cost effective technology solutions for the architecture and design of large-scale GIS applications and databases. 

• Two years of experience at the level of Senior Geographic Information Systems Analyst performing complex GIS application and database projects and analytical assignments to meet departmental/ City-wide business, information and decision support requirements.
• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in geographic information systems, GIScience, geography or a closely related field that required equivalent coursework in geographic information systems - AND - seven years of experience in the uses and operations of geographic information systems, including at least two years of experience performing complex GIS application and database projects and highly complex analytical assignments to meet broad scale business, information and decision-support requirements. An advanced degree in geographic information systems, GIScience, geography or a closely related field that required equivalent coursework in geographic information systems may be substituted for two years of the required experience.

• Functions as a liaison between the City Asset Management team and the GIS team for developing robust, efficient and scalable solutions to meet business requirements.
• Participates in the structure development and implementation of the City's SAP and ensures the quality of the data captured in GIS for asset management purposes.
• Supports the development, implementation and operation of asset management best practices and assist in the development of improvement plans.
• Acts as GIS point of contact for the day-to-day operations of the asset management program; troubleshoots GIS system problems; responds to and resolves inquiries and complaints and escalates problems or issues as needed.
• Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of Asset Management administration.
• Analyze complex, multi-dimensional asset management data.
• Conduct complex asset management research, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports.
• Establish and maintain a variety of asset management filing, record keeping, and tracking systems.
• Organize and prioritize a variety of asset management programs, projects, and multiple tasks

• Five years of experience, at the level of Geographic Information Systems Analyst, demonstrated experience and knowledge of GIS functions, processes and analytical requirements.  -AND- demonstrated experience working with an asset management system
• Three years Python programming experience
• Three years SQL experience

• Enforces technical and SLA standards for the GIS team
• Guides and mentors other GIS professionals; develops training materials and conducts training for GIS professionals and users; serves as an expert resource for other professionals
• May serve as a project leader for complex GIS development and maintenance projects; monitors and reports on progress; meets with internal and external customers to review project status and resolve development/implementation issues
• Manages highly complex analytical projects, including spatial and other analyses and forecast modeling; writes reports and prepares complex maps and other GIS products. Performs highly complex analytical projects with departmental and city-wide scope, and develops analytical framework for lower level staff to follow. Creates, edits, and imports complex, interrelated spatial data to create and maintain enterprise GIS data repositories
• Works with Project Manager to provide project and technical leadership in: defining project objectives, scope of work, budget/cost breakdowns, schedules and critical path/project milestones; estimates team resource requirements; assigns, monitors and manages the completion of project tasks to meet time, quality and cost expectations

• Content

• Two years of experience at the level of Senior Geographic Information Systems Analyst performing complex GIS application and database projects and analytical assignments to meet departmental/ City-wide business, information and decision support requirements.

OR

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in geographic information systems, GIScience, geography or a closely related field that required equivalent coursework in geographic information systems - AND - seven years of experience in the uses and operations of geographic information systems, including at least two years of experience performing complex GIS application and database projects and highly complex analytical assignments to meet broad scale business, information and decision-support requirements. An advanced degree in geographic information systems, GIScience, geography or a closely related field that required equivalent coursework in geographic information systems may be substituted for two years of the required experience.

• Manages project change control processes; reviews project deliverables and ensures sound quality assurance processes are followed. 
• Meets with internal and external customers to communicate project status and to resolve development/implementation problems and bottlenecks; facilitates and participates in the resolution of complex technical issues; prepares reports on project progress, identified technical problems or budget/cost change issues. 
• Conducts Lessons Learned sessions
• Collects CSAP scores
• Works with resource managers to assemble project teams and balance work loads

• PMP Certification
• 4 year degree
• Project management experience commensurate with hiring tier