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Texas Department of Transportation

GIS Analyst II, or III - TPP Division - Austin, TX

Texas Department of Transportation, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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GIS Analyst II Performs complex geographic information systems (GIS) data development, integration and analysis, produces maps and graphics, and extracts, analyzes and reports data. Provides technical assistance and support of transportation related activities or projects. Work requires contact with governmental agencies. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

GIS Analyst III Performs advanced geographic information systems (GIS) data development, integration, and analysis, produces maps and graphics, and extracts, analyzes, and reports data. Provides technical assistance and support of transportation activities or projects. Work requires contact with governmental agencies. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Essential Duties GIS Analyst II

Utilizes ArcGIS Online to create and maintain feature services and web mapping applications

Reviews geographic data from various sources, including other state agencies, aerial imagery, existing maps, and databases.

Creates, maintains and updates GIS databases and cartographic products using the ESRI suite of ArcGIS software.

Develops and maintains links between attributes and other databases.

Follows documented workflows, standard operating procedures and best practices to consistently produce high-quality data with minimal errors or corrections.

Uses linear referencing to update and maintain the roadway network and attributes.

Researches new software and/or techniques for improving performance or processes.

Represents the organization at meetings and other forums.

Creates and updates documentation including standard operating procedures, project plans, wiki pages, metadata, etc.

Assists in the creation of custom tools and applications using Python, TML/JavaScript/CSS, SQL and/or other coding languages

Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

GIS Analyst III All of the above and:

May serve as lead worker or project leader

Assists with administering SDEs, ArcGIS Online accounts, GitHub, and other accounts.

Minimum Qualifications GIS Analyst II Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Geography, Geographic Information Systems or related field.

Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications OR related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Experience:

1 year using Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) products in cartographic production, GIS or GPS analysis.

Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent.

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle

GIS Analyst III Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Geography, Geographic Information Systems or related field.

Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year-per-year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications OR related graduate-level education may be substituted for experience on a year-per-year basis.

Experience:

2 years using Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) products in cartographic production, GIS or GPS analysis.

Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent.

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications Preferred experience with HTML/JavaScript/CSS, Python, and Linear Referencing.

Competencies GIS Analyst II

Cartography

Coordinate systems and map projections

GIS/GPS concepts and fundamentals

Applicable computer programming techniques and languages

Applicable computer software applications and hardware

Analyzing and organizing business and technical data

Developing and giving presentations

Communicate effectively

Read and interpret maps

Exercise logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals

GIS Analyst III All the above and:

Leading projects and project teams

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes

Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools

Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs

Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position

Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand

Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm

Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words

Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication

Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions:

Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

To be selected for and continue employment in this position, the selected incumbent must maintain the security or integrity of the agency’s critical infrastructure and will be subject to regular assessments of criminal history and/or reviewed for connections to foreign adversaries.

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