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Lead GIS Analyst

Salary

$69,165.41 - $99,588.11 Annually

Location

Las Cruces, NM

Job Type

Full-time Regular

Job Number

F158 06-25 DM

Department

Community Development

Opening Date

06/11/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

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Nature of Work

Coordinates, monitors, and oversees the ongoing support, design, development, and management of enterprise database systems related to GIS operations to ensure the systems, information, and associated applications function and evolve as needs change.

FIRST CONSIDERATION MAY BE GIVEN TO CURRENT CITY OF LAS CRUCES EMPLOYEES WHO MEET ALL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS.

Environmental Factors

Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment.

Physical Factors

Light physical demands with frequent use of a personal computer.

Work Situation Factors

Position involves competing demands, performing multiple tasks, working to deadlines, occasional work beyond normal business hours, and responding to customer issues. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services. Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Las Cruces policies.

Meeting or exceeding the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

Full-Time; Regular; Exempt.

This position is graded at RX23.

Duties and Responsibilities

+ Develops, recommends, and maintains standards for the continued implementation and maintenance of an Enterprise GIS (EGIS) to support distributed functionality with centralized data management.

+ Facilitates, supports, and drives accurate data conversion and successful importation using SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS); creates and supports interfaces between the EGIS and business systems including data export, translation, and loading functions; functions as EGIS liaison to user departments and other agencies to provide consistent, accurate, and timely information in compliance with established policies and procedures.

+ Manages, monitors, and utilizes a centralized multi-user Geodatabase, including the management of hardware/software resources, systems, licenses, and configuration, using current GIS mapping software, such as Esri products including ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Server, and SDE, in a Microsoft SQL environment.

+ Provides project and system support and oversight to GIS Analysts decentralized in various City departments; programs application modifications and enhancements and manipulates, integrates, and compiles data to accomplish project objectives; develops detailed design specifications for in-house software development.

+ Develops and maintains GIS metadata, edits and refines GIS data sets and procedures, and performs audits and quality control checks to ensure integrity of GIS data and applications; manages technical duties to achieve goals with available resources.

+ Reviews and oversees quality control procedures to facilitate integrity of GIS database and accurate consolidation of data sets; troubleshoots both hardware and software problems related to the function of an EGIS system, specifically an Esri ArcGIS implementation, to provide system and user support and resolve issues.

+ Creates database designs and models, develops documentation, and conducts system checks to verify functional and customer requirements; develops detailed functional plans, system, and program specifications using structured design methodologies and provides advanced GIS analysis to meet established goals and objectives.

+ Analyzes, defines, and documents business processes using standard methodologies and tools and acts as technical lead for technology projects, developing user and functional requirements and identifying solution options.

+ Meets regularly with staff to review work in progress, discuss and resolve administrative, workload, and technical issues, and to prioritize and assign tasks and projects; evaluates and analyzes functions, resources, processes, and procedures to identify issues and recommend changes for improvement; interprets applicable rules and regulations within scope of authority to provide leadership and guidance in developing, implementing, and administering policies and procedures.

+ Manages staff through proper delegation and work supervision to provide appropriate levels of service and resources; coordinates and manages various special and recurring projects, monitors work, evaluates performance, trains, counsels, coaches, and instructs employees in order to meet established goals and objectives; ensures adherence to established policies and procedures to remain in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

+ Collects and analyzes data to prepare and present various special and recurring reports to provide accurate and timely information related to assigned functions and duties; develops and presents information in clear and easily used formats; maintains regulatory compliance by keeping current on industry trends, regulations, and issues; identifies areas of concern for management for review and potential action.

+ Manages and monitors financial activities of assigned budgets to ensure compliance and meet performance targets and goals; oversees procurement activities for supplies, services, equipment, and other items to assure activities comply with established policies and processes.

+ Reviews, maintains, and updates records in various formats, mediums, and automated systems to ensure data integrity and adherence to internal controls, practices, and policies; evaluates programs, services, and activities to ensure customer and staff needs are met; demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless services.

+ Responds to and resolves various complaints, issues, inquiries, and problems as authorized and in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Geography, Geology, Geographic Information Science and Technology or related field AND five (5) years experience in developing and managing an EGIS utilizing current GIS mapping software such as ArcGIS SDE Geodatabase with MS SQL in a multi-user environment. A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy.

Licenses/Certification(s)

Valid driver’s license may be required or preferred. If applicable, position requires an acceptable driving record in accordance with City of Las Cruces policies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of: principles, practices, techniques, activities, rules, and regulations related to the operations and functions of the position and services provided; current principles of record keeping and records management; principles and practices of effective research methods and data analysis, customer service, and problem resolution techniques; occupational and environmental safety and health hazards, and safety practices; safe and effective use and maintenance of related tools, materials, and equipment; current methods and standards for preparing effective business correspondence; correct English usage, grammar, composition, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary; business and personal computers and related software applications; City organization, operations, policies, and procedures to effectively perform the required functions and duties of the position.

Ability to: perform a variety of duties and responsibilities and assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands to meet deadlines; ensure appropriate levels of customer service to achieve expectations and meet objectives; read, understand, and assure compliance with a variety of policies, procedures, rules, standards, and regulations governing related activities and functions; collect applicable information and maintain accurate and timely records; maintain confidentiality of information and data; communicate effectively orally and in writing and use interpersonal skills to sufficiently exchange or convey information and receive work direction; prepare and present accurate and reliable information and reports; establish and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public; safely and effectively operate relevant tools, equipment, and motorized vehicles; navigate across even and uneven surfaces; timely and accurately enter data and update records using various mediums and formats; take initiative and exercise sound independent judgment within established procedural guidelines and carry out primary responsibilities in accordance with all governing regulations, statutes, and procedures to ensure achievement of goals and objectives.

Skills in: reading, understanding, and applying relevant rules, ordinances, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures; effectively managing assignments; responding to inquiries timely and within the scope of delegated authority; responding appropriately, maintaining objectivity and freedom from prejudice, and exercising sound judgment and understanding in all interactions; effectively working independently, or as a team member, in various environments with changing priorities; preparing and presenting various reports, documents, forms, and correspondence; researching information, analyzing data, maintaining accurate records, and updating information in various mediums and formats; operating a personal computer with installed generic and specialized software; preparing and presenting information in a clear and concise manner; demonstrating appropriate and effective interpersonal communication and conflict resolution skills; performing highly effective support in assigned areas.

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01

Are you a current City of Las Cruces employee? (If you fail to include this information under the work experience section of your application, you may be disqualified from the process).

+ Yes

+ No

02

Do you have, at a minimum, a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Geography, Geology, Geographic Information Science and Technology or related field? (If you fail to include this information under the education section of your application, you may be disqualified from the process.)]

+ Yes

+ No

03

Do you have, at a minimum, five (5) years experience in developing and managing an EGIS utilizing current GIS mapping software such as ArcGIS SDE Geodatabase with MS SQL in a multi-user environment? (If you fail to include this information under the work experience section of the application, you may be disqualified from the selection process.)]

+ Yes

+ No

04

Do you have a valid driver's license?

+ Yes

+ No

05

If you answered "yes" to the previous question above, please indicate the type of license, license number, expiration date, any restrictions or endorsements, and the state that issued the license. If none, type N/A.

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Employer

City of Las Cruces

Address

Phone

575-528-3100575-528-3100

Website

http://www.lascruces.gov

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