GIS Analyst - Blaine, United States - City of Blaine, MN

Description

Salary: $ $47.36 Hourly

Location : Blaine, MN

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 137

Department: Public Works

Division: Engineering

Opening Date: 05/01/2024

Closing Date: 5/24/2024 4:30 PM Central

Description

The GIS Analyst position will collect, analyze, interpret, and visualize geospatial data to support decision making and enhance various projects and initiatives within the city. Provides a combination of technical expertise in GIS and an understanding of spatial data analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create maps and conduct spatial analysis to meet city objectives.
Examples of Duties

1. Geospatial Data Analysis: collects, processes, quality control, validation, and temporal and spatial resolution choices with geospatial data.
2. Map Creation and Visualization; maps software, tools selection, layout and presentation formats; provides visual representation of data results.
3. Collaboration and Communication; provides effective communication to clients and stakeholders; creates collaborative tools and platforms for team projects.
4. Spatial Analysis and Modeling; selects spatial analysis techniques; chooses algorithms and models for modeling and prediction; evaluates geostatistical methods and spatial statistics; analyses results and interpretations of spatial data.
5. Manages data through, data archiving, long-term maintenance strategies, data cataloging, metadata creation, and documentation; allocates resources for data management tasks; complies with data privacy regulations.
6. Assists with GIS Technology Development; selects GIS software and tools such as, software extensions and plugins; stays updated on GIS technologies; Creates custom software development, GIS database design and optimization.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.

These examples are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed and are not necessarily all inclusive. The job description is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Software
2. Esri ArcGIS platform, CAD software and other supporting software programs and databases;
3. Ability to develop digital maps, brochures, spreadsheets, graphics, communications, or databases using Esri ArcGIS platform; and Adobe Creative Cloud.
4. Municipal/Governmental databases;
5. Spatial Analysis;
6. Geospatial Data Management;
7. Cartography;
8. Remote Sensing;
9. Geostatistics;
10. Programming and Scripting;
11. Spatial Data Visualization;
12. Domain Knowledge;
13. Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking;
14. Microsoft Office Suite.
15. Ability to communicate effectively, in English, both verbally and in writing.
16. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others, including public and city staff.
17. Ability to write routine correspondence and reports, such as memos and status and activity reports.

Supplemental Information

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

1. Bachelor's degree in Geography, Geographical Information Systems, or related field.
2. Three years experience in GIS technology, geospatial analysis, and data management.
3. Three years experience of work in a related position such as GIS Technician or GIS Specialist.
4. OR: Equivalent combination of education and experience.
5. Valid Driver's License.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

1. Master's degree in Geography, Geographic Information Systems, Data Science, Engineering, Planning, or related field.
2. Professional Certification in GIS (GISP) or related fields, such as Asset Management Professional or Project Management Professional.
3. Experience with remote sensing, web mapping technologies, and spatial database management systems.
4. Knowledge of asset management principals.
5. Previous experience in municipal GIS.
6. Strong understanding of statistics and spatial modeling.
7. Previous experience in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
8. Demonstrated expertise in programming languages (postgis, SQL, Python, R, Arcade, JavaScript) for geospatial analysis and automation.
9. Ability to develop and apply geospatial models for predictive analysis.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Positions in this class typically require: balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, crouching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing are required only occasionally.

We offer an excellent comprehensive benefit package for full time employees. Including paid vacation, sick leave, medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, retirement benefits, educational assistance, employer paid employee assistance program, Flex Spending, Post Retirement Health Care, optional deferred compensation and short term disability.

For 2024, the City contributes $1,490.00 per month for each full-time employee to apply towards the benefits offered through the cafeteria plan if electing medical coverage. For 2024, the City contributes $706.00 per month for each full-time employee if medical coverage is waived. The City's contribution is pro-rated for part-time employees.

MEDICAL INSURANCE
The City of Blaine offers a full cafeteria plan. All full-time probationary and regular City employees are eligible to participate. Single coverage is part of the core, but if the employee so elects, he/she may include his/her dependents on a family policy. Employees may choose from four options under HealthPartners. Coverage becomes effective the first of the month following date of hire for both employee and employee+ policies. The following are the monthly premiums for each plan:

DENTAL INSURANCE
Single dental insurance is part of the core, but family dental insurance is available. All full-time probationary and regular employees are eligible. This dental insurance becomes effective on the first of the month following date of hire. The monthly premiums for single and family coverage is:

PLAN SINGLE DEPENDENT/FAMILY
HealthPartners $57.75 $113.07

LIFE INSURANCE
Basic life in the amount of $50,000 is part of the core. All full-time probationary and regular City employees are provided with a term life, accidental death and dismemberment insurance policy.

PLAN RATE
The Standard $8.50

ADDITIONAL LIFE INSURANCE
Available for family members of all full-time probationary and regular employees at low group rates from The Standard and/or PERA Life. Specific regulations apply.

LONG-TERM DISABILITY
All active full-time employees who work 40 hours a week are eligible to participate in the long-term disability (LTD) plan.

RETIREMENT
Retirement benefits are those of a coordinated plan which combines the benefits of the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) with regular Social Security benefits. The employee contributes 6.50% of total annual earnings to PERA. The city contributes 7.50% of the employee's annual earnings to PERA. The employee also contributes the mandatory social security contribution which is matched by the City.

EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE
All regular full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement upon satisfactory completion of approved work-related educational courses offered by accredited institutions.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE
All regular full-time employees may participate in an Employee Assistance Program through HealthPartners at the City's expense. In certain instances, this benefit extends to the employee's immediate family as well.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION
All full-time probationary and regular employees are eligible to participate in a pre-tax savings program through payroll deduction.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT
All full-time probationary and regular employees are eligible to participate in the City's pre-tax flexible spending accounts for medical insurance premiums and/or dependent care costs. Specific rules and regulations govern use and eligibility.

POST EMPLOYMENT HEALTH CARE SAVINGS PLAN (HCSP)
The city has implemented the Minnesota State Retirement System HCSP, which requires employees to save money on a pre-tax basis to pay medical expenses and/or health insurance premiums after termination of public service.

HOLIDAYS
The following eleven paid holidays will be observed by the city, New Year's Day, ML King Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, Floating Holiday.

VACATION
Vacation leave is accrued by all regular full-time employees.

SICK LEAVE
Sick leave is accrued by all full-time employees at the rate of four hours per pay period with a maximum accumulation of 960 hours. A minimum of one hour must be used per occurrence.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE
All probationary and regular employees are eligible for bereavement leave upon the death of an immediate family member. Employees may convert up to four days of sick leave per occurrence.

01

Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Geography geographical Information Systems, Data Science, Engineering, Planning or related Field?

• Yes
• No

02

IF YES, list name of school attended, degree and area of study.

03

Do you have at least three years experience in GIS technology, geospatial analysis, and data management?

• Yes
• No

04

IF YES, please describe. Be Specific, detailing name of employers, job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties. Highlight any local government experience.

05

Do you have at least three years experience of work in a related position such as a GIS Technician or a GIS Specialist?

• Yes
• No

06

IF YES, please describe. Be Specific, detailing name of employers, job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties. Highlight any local government experience.

07

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have a Professional Certificate in GIS (GISP) or related fields, such as Asset Management Professional or Project Management Professional?

• Yes
• No

09

IF YES, please list which certificate(s).

10

Do you have experience with remote sensing, web mapping technologies, and spatial database management systems?

• Yes
• No

11

IF YES, please describe your experience including years of experience, amount of usage, etc.

12

Describe your knowledge of asset management principals. Be specific, listing years and level of experience.

13

Describe your understanding of statistics and spatial modeling. Be specific, listing years and level of experience.

14

Describe your experience in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Be Specific, detailing name of employers, job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties. Highlight any local government experience.

15

Describe your expertise in programming languages (postgis, SQL, Python R, Arcade, JavaScript) for geospatial analysis and automation. Be specific, listing years and level of experience.

16

Describe your ability to develop and apply geospatial models for predictive analysis. Be specific, listing years and level of experience.

Required Question