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"City of Riverside, CA"

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS) ANALYST

"City of Riverside, CA", Riverside, California, United States, 92504


Salary :

$77,460.00 - $102,780.00 Annually

Location :

Riverside, CA

Job Type:

Full-time

Job Number:

24-9259-01

Department:

Public Works

Division:

Public Works-Sewer-Admin

Opening Date:

06/13/2024

Closing Date:

6/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

The Position

The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of

Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Analyst

to fill one (1) vacancy in the

Sewer Administration Division

of the Public Works DepartmentThe eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

This position will report to the Principal GIS Analyst in the Wastewater Division. They will work closely with GIS Analysts from other Departments (Public Works, IT, Water, Electric) on system design and data standards. Additionally, they will work closely with engineers, construction inspectors, and field staff from various teams on design of applications to facilitate more efficient workflows and data capturing methods.

Under general supervision, the GIS Analyst will perform a variety of routine professional office and field duties involved in the development, implementation, operation, performance, and maintenance of the City's Geographic Information System (GIS) program. Assists in the design, storage, and analysis of data which is referenced spatially and responds to requests and provides Geographic Information System data to City departments, outside agencies, and the public; and perform other related duties as assigned.Work Performed

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Assist in the development, implementation, operation, performance, and maintenance of the City's Geographic Information System.Assist with analyzing spatial and tabular information to solve problems involving logical/physical entity relationships and geographic relationships.Develop and program basic GIS applications using a variety of programming languages.Develop query and relational query methodologies for the manipulation of geographically referenced data.Produce publications to include reports, exhibits, maps, atlases and other cartographic projects and services in a digital and hardcopy formats.Create topology files for theme integration.Interface with surveyors to implement global positioning system (GPS) control points collected in the field.Verify positional and relative accuracy of GPS data.Provide technical support to City departments and other clients requesting GIS products while ensuring clients receive accurate products including maps, charts, and graphs in a timely and appropriate manner.Prepare GIS system documentation.Qualifications

Recruitment Guidelines:

Option I:

Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, or closely related field.

Experience: One year of full-time work experience in drafting, engineering and/or using Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Experience using GIS software, computer aided design, and GIS equipment is highly desirable.

Option II:

Education: Equivalent to an Associate's Degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, or closely related field. A GIS certification may substitute for one year of the required experience.

Experience: Three years of full-time work experience in drafting, engineering and/or using Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Experience using GIS software, computer aided design, and GIS equipment is highly desirable.

Option III:

Education: High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED).

Experience: Five years of full-time work experience in drafting, engineering and/or using Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

Necessary Special Requirement:Possession of an appropriate, valid, class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.When assigned to the Police Department, must be able to successfully pass an extensive police background.

Highly Desirable Qualifications:

Familiarity with editing GIS data in ArcGIS ProPrevious history working for a UtilityExperience working with the ArcGIS Online suite of tools. (ArcGIS Online, Survey123, Field Maps, Quick Capture, etc.)Some understanding or familiarity with the concept of a Utility NetworkExperience with python and/or arcadeExperience working independentlyExperience reading construction plans and As-Builts

Selection Process

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:1)

Completed Employment Application2)

Completed Supplemental Questionnaire

PLEASE NOTE: FOR DIRECTIONS ON ATTACHING A DOCUMENT TO AN ON-LINE APPLICATION, OR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE:

(Application Guide).

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) atAn advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.

Level II includes Senior Management, Management and Professional classifications (Exempt).

The City offers an attractive benefits package, the central provisions of which are as follows:

Retirement for Classic Members - For employees hired after 1/1/2013 who are CLASSIC MEMBERS of California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12 and have not been separated from service from such agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2.7 % @ age 55; 3 year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 8%. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.Retirement for New Members - For employees hired 1/1/2013 or later and who ARE NOT a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12, or those who have been separated from a public agency which contracts with CalPERS or a reciprocal agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% at age 62; 3 year final compensation.The required employee contribution is 50% of the normal cost. And is subject to change per CalPERS every fiscal year. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.

Health Insurance - The City offers six health insurance plans and contributes up to $1,516 per month for HMO plans (family coverage).

Dental Insurance - The City provides three dental insurance plans and contributes up to $45 per month.

Vision Insurance - The City provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employees and their dependents that are enrolled in medical coverage.

Life Insurance - The City provides and pays for term life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment equal to two times the annual salary rounded to the next highest $1,000 (up to $700k) plus AD&D. Additional Life Insurance is available and voluntary for employee and eligible dependents (up to $300k).Deferred Compensation - The City contributes $100 per month with a minimum employee contribution of $12.50 per check. Participation in the deferred compensation plan is optional.

Leave Benefits - Includes all the typical vacation leave, sick leave, bereavement leave, and holiday benefits.

Flexible Spending Account - The City offers a Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plan for optional participation.

Long Term Disability - The City offers optional enrollment in the Long Term Disability Plan.

LegalEase Plan - Optional legal services plan for employees and eligible dependents.Critical Illness Plan - Optional critical illness insurance plan for employees and eligible dependents.

Vacation Accrual - 0-9 yrs. = 144 hrs., 10+ yrs. = 184 hrs.

Administrative Leave - 64 hrs per fiscal year.

For additional benefits information, please visit the following website:

For part-time, benefitted positions the insurance and other benefits (leave accruals, holidays, etc.) are pro-rated based on ½ or ¾ time status.

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Instructions:

The information on the application and your responses to the following supplemental questions will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum and/or highly desirable qualifications for the position in which you are applying. Detailed responses must be provided for each question in order to ensure qualifications are properly considered.(*Do not refer to a resume in lieu of completing the supplemental questions).Employers listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.

I understand.

02

Please indicate the highest level of education that you have completed.

Less than a High School Diploma or GEDHigh School diploma or GEDSome college (up to 59 semester units or 89 quarter units)Associate's degree or equivalent (60 semester or 90 quarter units)Bachelor's degree or equivalent (120 semester or 180 quarter units)Master's degreePhD

03

Do you possess any of the following:(check all that apply)

Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Geography, GIS, or Computer ScienceEquivalent to an Associate's Degree in Geography, GIS, or Computer ScienceGIS certificationNone of the above

04

Please indicate the amount of full-time work experience you possess in drafting, engineering and/or using Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

More than five (5) yearsAt least three (3) years, but less than five (5) yearsAt least one (1) year, but less than three (3) yearsLess than one (1) yearNone

05

Please indicate the following regarding your experience listed above, or relevant work experience:Employer:Job Title:Years of Experience:Examples of Duties:If you answered "None", please list "N/A"

06

Do you possess a valid class "C" California driver's license?

YesNo

07

Do you possess experience using any of the following:(check all that apply)

GIS SoftwareComputer aided designGIS equipmentNone of the above

08

Please indicate from the following which experience you possess:(check all that apply)

Familiarity with editing GIS data in ArcGIS ProPrevious experience working for a UtilityExperience working with the ArcGIS Online suite of tools. (ArcGIS Online, Survey123, Field Maps, Quick Capture, etc.)Familiarity with the concept of a Utility NetworkExperience with python and/or arcadeExperience working independentlyExperience reading construction plans and As-BuiltsNone of the above

09

Please indicate the following regarding your experience listed above, or relevant work experience:Employer:Job Title:Years of Experience:Examples of Duties:If you answered "None", please list "N/A"

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Certification:

I understand that I cannot update my application once it has been submitted. Therefore, I have fully completed

ALL

sections, provided full descriptions of my duties and responsibilities for each employer, and have fully answered

ALL

questions on the Supplemental Questionnaire. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation, as it will not be reviewed in lieu of completing the Supplemental Questionnaire.

Note:

Employers and/or experience noted on the Supplemental Questionnaire must also be included and fully detailed on the Application.

I understand.

Required Question