GIS Analyst

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled GIS Analyst to join our team at the City of Plantation - FL. As a GIS Analyst, you will be responsible for technical work in the operating and maintenance of an ESRI GIS system, including the creation and maintenance of GIS datasets.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of the City's GIS, including creation and maintenance of GIS datasets.
• Prepare thematic maps and presentation displays based on demographic data and land information.
• Create and maintain geodatabases for water, sewer and storm water utilities.
• Maintain City wide geodatabases.
• Coordinate and maintain computer input and processing of geospatial and relational data for the GIS system.
• Review drawings including plats, replats, site plans, paving, drainage and utility installations and upload data to graphic and attribute database.
• Conduct field inspections as required.
• Perform related field work as required and as directed, including the use and support of Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment.

Requirements

• Knowledge of GIS principles and data structures.
• Knowledge and working experience with asset management systems.
• Knowledge and working experience with water, sewer and stormwater modeling systems.
• Knowledge and working experience on ESRI ArcGIS products, some Bentley Microstation experience is beneficial.
• Knowledge and experience collecting field data using GPS equipment and post processing processes.
• Knowledge of appropriate laws, rules, regulations and procedures governing City operations.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering and utilities drawings.
• Ability to operate the ESRI ArcGIS Desktop applications.
• Ability to accurately maintain City records and maps.
• Ability to operate a City vehicle and possess the required license.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental officials, other employees and the general public.

Desirable Experience and Training

• Graduation from a two year accredited college or university with major course work in any GIS or related field.
• Some additional engineering, utilities and/or technical training related to infrastructure projects.
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, abilities and skills may be considered.

Work Environment

This is a designated “Recovery” classification in the City's Emergency Operations Plan and will require the employee occupying this position to work for declared emergencies.

Compensation and Allowance

• Bi-weekly pay.
• Direct deposit required.

Holiday

• Twelve (12) paid holidays.
• Approved annually by City Council.

Personal Day

• One (1) day per calendar year.
• 6 months employment to be eligible for use.

Sick Leave

• Thirteen (13) days per year.
• Accrues 4 hours end of each bi-weekly pay period.

Annual Leave - General Employees

• 1 - 5 years = 13 days per year.
• 5 - 15 years = 19 1/2 days per year.
• 15 years or more = 26 days per year.
• 6 months employment to be eligible for use.

Probationary Period

• One (1) year probationary period from date of hire.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• No deductibles.
• No primary care required.
• Low prescription co-pays.

• Dental/ Vision.
• No cost for employee only.
• Two options to choose from.

• On-site clinic.
• Free medical care.
• Free mental health care.
• Free prescriptions.
• Exceptional care.

• Wellness program.
• Earn $200 annually in gift cards.
• Win wellness prizes.
• Health screenings.
• Wellness challenges.

• Life insurance & long term disability.
• Paid 100% by the City of Plantation.
• No cost to employee.

Perks and Entitlements

• Funeral leave.
• 3 days (8 hours each).

• Jury duty.
• Paied full salary & all fees.
• Documentation must be submitted to City / Payroll.

• Education reimbursement.
• Refund of tuition and lab fees upon successful completion.
• Grade A = 100% refund equal to the state fees charged.
• Grade B = 75% refund equal to the state fees charged.
• Grade C = 50% refund equal to the state fees charged.

• Pension.
• Defined pension.
• Mandatory 4% contribution.
• Normal retirement age 59 / 10 years of service.

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