Senior GIS Analyst Job at My Next Career Path Staffing, Henderson, NV

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  • My Next Career Path Staffing
  • Henderson, NV

Job Description

My Next Career Path Staffing - With over 20 years’ experience in Technology Staffing, MNCP Staffing matches candidates to the culture of an organization as well as required skill. 

 

Position Purpose:

Under limited supervision, performs complex technical work related to Geographic Information Systems (GIS), designing and developing GIS applications; and performs related duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

  • Analyzes, develops, implements, and maintains processes for enhancing the utilization of GIS technologies to support various functional needs and to support GIS program initiatives and activities of the organization; researches and plans future implementation of GIS applications to support organizational needs.
  • Meets with customers to understand and document business information needs; reviews initial project scope to determine the required design effort and makes recommendations on appropriate personnel assignment, schedules, and deadlines.
  • Plans and sequences processing steps for creating database applications and displays used in making and supporting operational and planning decisions.
  • Utilizes GIS software and techniques to perform specialized spatial analysis to produce data layers, maps, tables and reports; performs complex computer processing functions such as analytical modeling, three dimensional renderings, and plot creation to create visual representations of data base contents; designs and operates both complex and simple analytical GIS processes such as slope analysis and land use densities. 
  • Prepares technical documentation, reports, summaries, and memoranda using GIS applications; maintains records, builds data files, and produces map and analysis products. 
  • Serves as department liaison/point of contact for GIS related issues; solves issues related to software updates, printers, equipment, and acquisition of data, data projection, and other GIS production issues.
  • Coordinates the work assignments of analysts; trains and assigns work of interns; assists in the training of staff and users in the use of GIS.
  • Other duties may include installing and supporting commercial off the shelf software and associated GIS data integrations; and troubleshooting and correcting software errors and data integrity issues including ensuring that servers are operational, appropriately patched, and software services are accessible.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in GIS/Geography, Planning, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
  • Three (3) years of professional level experience in developing and implementing automated GIS geographic information systems
  • Note: An equivalent combination of related training and experience may be considered
  • Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada or “border state” driver’s license, as defined by NRS 483
  • Must pass a nationwide fingerprint-based record check, and a wants/warrants check.
  • Must complete Security Awareness and National Crime Information Center (NCIC)/Nevada Criminal Justice Information System (NCJIS) certification within six months of hire/transfer and be recertified every two years. Must maintain certifications in NCIC/NCJIS as a condition of continued employment.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

  • Thorough knowledge of the terminology, symbols, methods, techniques, and instruments used in GIS applications and mapping; digitizing and data entry procedures and required programming languages; principles and practice of planning and municipal operation, cartographic composition, graphic simulation, computer aided design, systems development, geographic information, and support of commercial software.
  • Good knowledge of departmental principles and practices; the rules, regulations, operating policies, practices, and procedures of the City of Henderson; applicable local, state, and federal laws, codes, and regulations; and supervisory principles and practices.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing; understand and follow oral and written instructions; function effectively in a team setting; plan work assignments; work independently and organize and prioritize work; make decisions and recommendations; conduct research and analysis; understand planning and zoning information and how to convert it into automated form; establish and maintain effective working relationships; comprehend and adhere to all security policies, guidelines, and procedures.
  • Skill in the use of computers, plotters, equipment, and software used in GIS work.

Job Tags

Full time, Local area,

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