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City of Fort Lauderdale

Senior Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst

City of Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, us, 33336


The City of Fort Lauderdale employees possess a passion for public service demonstrated by a high degree of enthusiasm, self-reliance, and job proficiency. They effectively convey the vision and mission of the organization and provide excellent service and satisfaction to our internal and external customers.

This is advanced professional, technical, and administrative work of more than average difficulty in supporting the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) needs of the City. Works with departments and/or divisions to evaluate areas where the application of GIS can be used to facilitate improvements; configures and maintains map-centric web applications and web services; configures and maintains enterprise geodatabases in relational database management systems (RDBMS) software. Acts as a lead worker.

This position will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

The City offers a wide variety of benefits to employees. In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, new hires are automatically enrolled in the Florida Retirement System (FRS), which requires a 3% contribution from employees.

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This job classification is in Management Category III for benefits purposes, which includes Six (6) additional Management Vacation Days and a Vehicle Allowance of $250/month.

This job classification is included within the bargaining unit represented by Federation of Public Employees and therefore is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Federation of Public Employees.Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.Participates in the administration of the City’s enterprise GISInstalls, configures, and maintains server-side GIS softwareAdministers ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS OnlineParticipates in the training and mentoring of GIS AnalystsMakes recommendations for improvements to methodologies and procedures supporting the enterprise GISDesigns and implements data schemas for the City’s enterprise GIS database and for specific GIS solutionsConducts studies of City departments and their subcomponents to identify and implement added value uses of GIS and other location-based technologiesLeads collaborative efforts to implement map-based solutions with sub-functions that include establishing requirements, formulating project plans, and managing timelines for implementationDesigns and implements map-based solutions, many of which may be interactive solutions built using web technologiesImplements configurable Esri applications and solution templatesCreates and updates Esri web servicesSupports the data science and related data analytics needs of City departments, particularly those associated with data including a geographic componentCreates scripts and tools for automating tasks and workflowsUpdates data in the City’s enterprise GIS databaseProvides ongoing software and data support to users of GIS softwareConducts formal and informal training of GIS concepts and softwareProvides after hours technology support as neededStays abreast of developments in the GIS field and other related technology disciplinesPerforms related work as requiredBachelor's Degree in computer science, geography, engineering, mathematics or a related fieldAt least three (3) years of experience in the GIS field to include experience administering and using ESRI's ArcGIS suite of software.Additional qualifying experience or completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in a job-related field, may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience or education.Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver’s license within 30 days of hire.On-call availability to work nights, weekends and holidaysSpecial Requirements:An in-depth pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process as this position is deemed security-sensitive.

As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The position involves light physical demands, such as exerting up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.Depending on the number of applicants and the quality of their education and experience, the examination may consist of one or more of the following tests: Evaluation of Training and Experience, Oral Interview, Written Examination, or other assessment method. Applicants must attain a minimum score of 70 in each part of the examination in order to qualify.

An eligible veteran who enters an open-competitive examination shall receive preference points added to the total passing score earned in the examination as provided for in the Florida Statutes. To obtain veteran's preference, candidates MUST submit a copy of separation papers and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form ( J204 ) at time of application.

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