SENIOR GIS ANALYST

Job Description:

SENIOR GIS ANALYST

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSON INTERESTED

DIVISION: Geographic Information Systems
Reporting Location: 611 Walker
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday 8am-5pm*
*Subject to change

You are invited to bring your passion for public service and improving the Houston community to the Planning and Development Department as a Senior GIS Analyst. Join a dynamic Planning team that is actively working to improve the built and social environments of Houston. The work we do has a lasting impact on the future of our city.

Houston is a place where the cost of living is more than 25% below the top 20 metro average, and with no state income tax, home ownership is very achievable. As the fourth largest and most ethnically diversity city in the U.S., Houston has first-class access to medical care, recreation, food, festivals, sports, museums, and the performing arts.

ABOUT US

The City of Houston’s Planning & Development Department is a key player in the mayor’s efforts to improve public safety and infrastructure, enhance the quality of life, and maintain an efficient government that works for more than 2 million residents. Much like Houston itself, we are a culturally diverse team that is committed to improving Houston’s built environment. Our team draws and retains passionate, curious, life-long learners, and big picture thought leaders who make a difference every day by balancing the needs and interests of the community we serve. We strive to operate as a customer-focused, goal-oriented, and efficient organization. We treat ourselves, our partners, and our customers with respect while placing continuous learning at the center of our operations .

POSITION PROFILE:

The Senior GIS Analyst will support the City of Houston’s Enterprise Geographic Information System (EGIS) by performing advanced GIS development and technical support. This role requires a detail-oriented individual who is highly proficient in GIS mapping, editing, spatial analysis, data management, and web GIS applications. The selected candidate will play a key role in supporting desktop and web-based GIS projects that align with the City’s enterprise goals and provide technical solutions to internal and external stakeholders.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Supervises GIS projects determining scope, schedules and resource requirements. Communicates with clients to resolve problems and performs quality control.
• Develops complex applications and screen menus to support GIS users. Uses ArcGIS Model Builder, Python, Arcade, ArcGIS Tasks to automate processes. Writes code and documents programs.
• Consults with users to determine GIS needs. Identifies applications, data requirements and sources, hardware and software requirements.
• Develops and implements data topology methods and procedures.
• Provides technical training and support to staff and users.
• Makes project presentations to users and staff.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Self-motivated analyst capable of working with staff of various departments to gather program needs and propose / design / prototype GIS solutions for their business needs.
• Very strong spatial analysis background with ability to see and recognize patterns in data from vast variety of sources and make those patterns visible and understandable for a variety of audiences.
• Very strong experience and background in GIS theory and methods. Expert in ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.
• Creates web maps, applications, and dashboards for conveying GIS information.
• Automates processes with Python scripting and Arcade. Helps management team test new automation methods for various teams.
• Understanding and experience with site-selection analysis and workflows. Able to teach other staff on proper data sources and analysis tools to empower other staff to use available resources within their skill levels.
• With minimal instruction, independently capable of taking basic information from management, external departments, and the public, match it to the proper enterprise data, and design appropriate mapping solutions for the correct purpose, situation, and audience.
• Focus on giving users control of their web applications to maximize staff time, providing digital solutions that can be reused for multiple program initiatives.
• Very well organized with focus on detail and understanding of how the finished products will be used.
• Understanding of raster GIS analysis with emphasis on impervious surface generation and image classification / comparison techniques.
• Expand the use of GIS software and web mapping applications to additional users by providing training for the GIS I, II and AGO classes.

DESIRED EMPLOYEE ATTRIBUTES:

• Preferred Personality Traits:self-driven and results-oriented, with a positive outlook and a clear focus on high quality and customer service; a natural forward planner who critically assesses own performance; mature, credible, and comfortable in dealing with mid to high executive levels and politicians; reliable, tolerant, and determined; empathic communicator, able to see things from the other person's point of view; well-presented and businesslike; keen for new experience, responsibility and accountability; able to work well with others and be a team-player; Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong organizational and time management abilities, adaptability to change, and the capacity to perform under tight deadlines are essential, along with a detail-oriented, proactive, and solution-focused approach.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
The position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items of up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces.
There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, as with occasional exposure to office chemicals and/or extensive use of a video display terminal.

This is a Planning and Development Department Position at the Tier II Level.
All duties and responsibilities may not be included in the above job description.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Science, Planning, Geography, Computer Science or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Two years of professional experience working with a comprehensive geographic information system are required.
Professional experience working with a comprehensive geographic information system may be substituted for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:
None

PREFERENCES

• Demonstrated experience leading teams on major, high-impact projects with complex analysis requirements and full project ownership

• Strong technical expertise in ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Online (custom applications, dashboards, and reporting), Model Builder, Python, and Arcade

• Skilled in database management (versioning/replication), raster data analysis, and developing new GIS processes and workflows

• Strong abilities in GIS data analysis, interpretation, cartography, data visualization, and troubleshooting GIS applications, tools, and data

• Experience in site-selection analysis and weighted index workflows
• Proven ability to train GIS users and implement innovative GIS solutions
  
• Experience in teaching GIS classes
  

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. **

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED:
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. The hiring department may administer a skill assessment.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No.
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION:

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade: 24

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6049.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-6049. (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new hires and re-hires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

Closing Date/Time: 12/24/2025 11:59 PM Central

Salary:

$77,473.24 - $87,843.86 Annually