GIS Analyst

Job Description:

GIS Analyst

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW


Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Department: Planning and Development
Reporting Location: 611 Walker St
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday 8am-5pm
*Subject to Change

Bring your passion for public service and improving the Houston community to the Planning and Development Department as a GIS Analyst. Join a dynamic Planning team that is actively working to improve the built and social environments of Houston. The work we do has a lasting impact on the future of our city. Houston is a place where the cost of living is more than 25% below the top 20 metro average, and with no state income tax, home ownership is very achievable. As the fourth largest and most ethnically diversity city in the U.S., Houston has first-class access to medical care, recreation, food, festivals, sports, museums, and the performing arts.

ABOUT US

The City of Houston’s Planning & Development Department is a key player in the mayor’s efforts to improve public safety and infrastructure, enhance the quality of life, and maintain an efficient government that works for more than 2 million residents. Much like Houston itself, we are a culturally diverse team that is committed to improving Houston’s built environment. Our team draws and retains passionate, curious, life-long learners, and big picture thought leaders who make a difference every day by balancing the needs and interests of the community we serve. We strive to operate as a customer-focused, goal-oriented, and efficient organization. We treat ourselves, our partners, and our customers with respect while placing continuous learning at the center of our operations .

POSITION PROFILE

The GIS Analyst will support the City of Houston’s Enterprise Geographic Information System (EGIS) by performing advanced GIS development and technical support. This role requires a detail-oriented individual who is highly proficient in GIS editing, spatial analysis, data management, and web GIS applications. The selected candidate will play a key role in supporting desktop and web-based GIS projects that align with the City’s enterprise goals and provide technical solutions to internal and external stakeholders.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Produces maps, reports and analyses using GIS and various database software.
• Researches and evaluates source data using routine methods.
• Develops and implements data topology methods and procedures.
• Converts data from one software platform to another.
• Geocodes data files; enters, corrects and modifies data.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Design and produce high-quality maps, reports, and spatial analyses using ArcGIS Pro, ensuring consistency with established cartographic standards.
• Perform advanced GIS editing in a multi-user versioned environment with strong attention to detail.
• Create, maintain, and document GIS data layers in the enterprise database.
• Develop and maintain ArcGIS Online (AGO) web maps, dashboards, and apps using Web AppBuilder.
• Conduct spatial and network analysis using Esri’s Spatial Analyst and Network Analyst extensions.
• Automate GIS workflows using Model Builder, Python, and Arcade.
• Provide geocoding support, including address rematch, validation, and quality assurance.
• Collaborate with city departments to identify GIS needs and recommend appropriate data products or tools.
• Support public information requests, planning initiatives, and contribute to external data-sharing platforms such as ESRI Community Maps.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

DESIRED EMPLOYEE ATTRIBUTES

• Disciplined, self-responsible, reliable, result-oriented with a positive outlook, and a clear focus on high quality and customer service.
• A natural forward-thinker who critically assesses own performance and has an aptitude and desire to learn new competencies and skills
• Professional and skilled at representing the Department to wide range of audiences.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong time management, organizational, and multitasking abilities.
• Adaptable to change and comfortable with tight deadlines.
• Able to work with diverse internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Professional, detail-oriented, and proactive problem-solver.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items of up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces.
There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, as with occasional exposure to office chemicals and/or extensive use of a video display terminal.

This is a Planning and Development position at the Tier II Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Science, Planning, Geography, Computer Science or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
No experience is required.

Substitution:
Professional experience working with a comprehensive geographic information system may be substituted for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None.

PREFERENCES

PREFERENCES

• Expert user of ArcGIS Pro, including tools for spatial operations, joins, and overlays.
• Skilled in vector data creation, schema design, and table manipulation.
• Strong background in cartography, with an eye for clean, effective visual design.
• Proficient in interpreting metes and bounds legal descriptions and translating them into accurate boundary features.
• Experienced in reading and cleaning address data and applying effective geocoding and rematching techniques.
• Advanced use of Arcade expressions for dynamic web maps and dashboards in ArcGIS Online.
• Familiarity with documenting workflows, prototyping, and working in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Preference will be given to U.S. Armed Forces veterans or reservists

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED:
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. The department may administer a skill assessment.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: Yes
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 20

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6049.

If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6049 (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

Closing Date/Time: 8/29/2025 11:59 PM Central

Salary:

$2,502.79 - $2,893.43 Biweekly