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GIS Analyst

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Houston, TX, United States Harris County, TX Full time
Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Houston, TX
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: 15846
Department: Commissioner Precinct 1
Division: Captial Projects & Planning
Opening Date: 11/06/2025
Closing Date: 12/31/2025 11:59 PM Central
Max Number of Applicants: 300

Position Description
About the Office of Commissioner Rodney Ellis
There are four precincts in Harris County. The four elected commissioners, along with an elected county judge, serve as members of Harris County Commissioners Court, the administrative head of the county's government. Commissioner Rodney Ellis represents the constituents of Precinct One.

With approximately 1.17 million residents, Harris County Precinct One is a diverse, urban precinct that covers 363 square miles. Precinct One's multi-racial, multi-ethnic population is roughly 33 percent African American, 38 percent Latino, 21 percent Anglo, 6 percent Asian and 2 percent other or multiple races.Precinct One stretches south to Brazoria County and reaches into eastern and northern sections of Harris County. The Precinct's territory includes a large section of Downtown Houston, including the Downtown Harris County Courthouse Complex, Toyota Center, Minute Maid Park and the BBVA Compass Stadium. Other notable landmarks include the 263-acre NRG Park Complex and the renowned Texas Medical Center. The Precinct is also the higher educational home to Houston Community College, Rice University, Texas Southern University, the University of Houston and the University of St. Thomas. Precinct One manages more than 21 parks, 10 community centers, numerous hike-and-bike trails, three maintenance service centers and several area offices, all of which provide an array of services to Precinct One residents.

The Mission of the Office of Commissioner Rodney Ellis:
Commissioner Rodney Ellis' Office is committed to becoming a national model for delivering responsive public service that utilizes inclusive, innovative, and collaborative approaches to improve the quality of life, advance equality of opportunity, and promote the fair treatment of all people in Harris County. Key Areas of focus for our organization include, but are not limited to:

  • Advancing more effective, fair and equitable criminal justice system.
  • Furthering economic justice, equity, and opportunity for all Harris County residents, especially those often and historically left behind by government programs.
  • Ensuring equitable outcomes in health and access to quality, affordable healthcare
  • Fighting for environmental and climate justice that keeps all communities safe and healthy.
  • Equitably investing in developing and maintaining resilient infrastructure and transportation for the 21st century
  • Building and defending voting rights and a democracy that ensures equitable representation.
  • Progressing equity and social and racial justice as common threads through all areas of public policy and public service.
What you will do at Precinct One

Harris County Precinct One is looking for a GIS Analyst

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • You will develop and maintain comprehensive Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, including developing and editing GIS datasets, collecting and verifying field data, importing GIS data from various sources, troubleshooting data errors, and interpreting GIS data to resolve questions about infrastructure. Creates customized maps, reports, analyses, and applications to support data-driven decision making within the Development and Infrastructure (D&I) division of the Office of Commissioner Rodney Ellis.
  • You will research and compile information from a variety of sources to develop standardized data for incorporation into the GIS. Analyzes and interprets mapping data to verify accuracy and correct errors. Produce clear and informative maps, reports, and analyses using GIS and various database software. Converts data from one software platform to another.
  • The successful candidate will research and evaluate source data from a variety of institutions and agencies to expand and enhance the D&I data repository; manage the divisions' data repository and work across other County departments to collaborate on data management best practices.
  • Develops user-friendly applications and screen menus to support both GIS users and non-users by writing code, building interfaces, and creating how-to documentation and materials; works across a variety of teams to create mapping and data solutions to solve problems, collect data, and support data-driven decision making.
  • Develop and implement data topology methods and procedures; teach methods and procedures to other team members. Follow best planning practices, analyze conditions, develop recommendations, and draft memos/reports. Presents results to the public and agency stakeholders. Creates clear, accurate, and compelling maps, including online maps and printed maps.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements
What you will bring to Precinct One
Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Geographic Information Science, Planning, Geography, Computer Science or closely related field of study from an accredited college or university.
OR:
  • Five (5) years of professional experience working with a comprehensive geographic information system may be substituted for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft software applications
  • Prior government, municipal/county public works experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Team player who can work across interdisciplinary teams to create mapping and data solutions for a variety of divisions
  • Strong communication, critical thinking, and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Knowledge of geospatial data types, coordinate systems, projections, and cartographic principles.
  • Understanding of data accuracy, quality control, and industry standards like FGDC (Federal Geographic Data Committee) and OGC (Open Geospatial Consortium).
  • Proficiency in collecting, interpreting, and analyzing geospatial data to support projects and decision-making.
  • Skill in creating clear, accurate maps and visualizations to effectively communicate spatial information.
  • Strong analytical skills to solve technical issues in data handling, processing, and spatial analysis.
  • High accuracy and attention to detail in data entry, analysis, and map production.
  • Knowledge of best planning practices to analyze conditions, develop recommendations, and draft memos/reports to present findings.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences

Licensure:
  • American Institute of Certified Planners (Certificate or Candidate) preferred

General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
  • Full-time | Regular
  • Work hours for this position are typically 8-hours, 5 days per week with occasional after-hours and/or weekend work. For emergency events, additional work hours are expected and may include up to 24-hour shifts and 7-day work weeks.
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
  • This position includes standard office work which may require remaining stationary and working at a computer workstation for extended periods of time. At times files or boxes must be transported weighing up to 15lbs. It also includes fieldwork which may require driving to and walking through active job sites and/or undeveloped areas containing uneven and sloped surfaces.
  • This role is a standard office role that requires remaining stationary for long periods.
  • This position may operate in an indoor professional office environment and/or outdoor environment. Exposure to various and extreme weather conditions, temperature variations, loud noises and possible dangerous chemicals could be encountered.
What You Get in Return
You will be surrounded by coworkers who bring their best daily. Passionate people who want to make a difference in the communities Precinct One serves and Harris County as a whole. You will be in a mission-driven organization surrounded by colleagues who bring their best to work each day and collaborate to make a difference in the communities Precinct One serves along with Harris County as a whole.

Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical, dental and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of full-time continued employment. Vacation, sick time and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.
How to apply

If this job sounds interesting, you meet the required qualifications and you can see yourself working for Precinct One, we invite you to apply.
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.
The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:
Health & Wellness Benefits
  • Medical Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Wellness Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
  • Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
  • One (1) floating holiday per year
  • Paid Parental Leave*
  • Sick Leave
Retirement Savings Benefit
  • 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:
  • Professional learning & development opportunities
  • Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
  • Flexible work schedule*
  • METRO RideSponsor Program*


* Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:
01

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?
  • High School or GED diploma
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree or higher
  • None of the above

02

If you selected a college degree in response to the previous question, which of the following best describes your major?
  • Geographic Information Science
  • Planning
  • Geography
  • Computer Science
  • Other Related Field
  • Unrelated Field
  • N/A; No Degree

03

How many years of professional experience do you have working with a comprehensive geographic information system (GIS) that you would like us to consider as a substitute for the required bachelor's degree and/or related experience for this position?
  • Less than four (4) years
  • Four (4) years or more but less than five (5) years
  • Five (5) years or more but less than six (6) years
  • Six (6) years or more
  • I do not have this experience

04

Please describe your professional experience working with a comprehensive geographic information system (GIS). Include the types of projects you worked on, your specific responsibilities, and how this experience relates to the requirements of this position.If you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.Do not use "Please see Resume" or "See Resume"
05

Based on your professional experience, do you have prior government or municipal/county public works experience?
  • Yes
  • No

06

Please provide the dates of employment during which you obtained government and/or municipal/county public works experience. Provide the month and year that began and ended the experience. Example: "January 2020 - December 2023" If this experience is not clearly documented in the Work Experience section, your application will be disqualified. If you do not have this experience, please type "N/A" in the space provided.
07

Do you hold an American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certificate or Candidate designation? If yes, please ensure it is listed in the 'Certificates and Licenses' section of your application.
  • Yes, AICP Certificate
  • Yes, AICP Candidate
  • No, I do not currently hold an AICP Certificate or Candidate designation

08

How would you rate your overall proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams?(Select one)
  • Advanced - I can use advanced tools like Macros, complex formulas, or create interactive content
  • Intermediate - I can manage charts, databases, embedded content, and generate reports
  • Basic - I can use standard formatting, editing, and presentation tools
  • Entry-level - I can open, save, and do basic formatting and printing
  • No, I am not proficient in these programs

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