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City of Port Townsend Job Description
GIS Analyst
Classification title: GIS II Working title: GIS Analyst
Department: Public Works Union: Teamsters
FLSA status: Non-exempt Wage Classification: 23
Hours: 40 hours/week Effective date: 2023
Reports to: Assistant City Engineer Civil Service: No
JOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision, performs a variety of GIS services to support City public works operations,
public access to information, Planning and Community Development services, and records
management. The City of Port Townsend strives to provide quality reliable services looking toward a
sustainable future.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Employee shall meet all requirements of groups A, B, and C, 8 of D, and 5 of E of the Core
Competencies, and the tasks described in these select competencies are considered part of
the essential functions for GIS Analyst.
Maintains the City’s GIS system, data, and mapping.
Supports various departments with geospatial analysis.
Maintains internal mapping and data management accessible to employees.
Maintains various public maps to share on the City’s website.
Participates in and/or leads the development and advancement of GIS technology, system
architecture, and orderly data management.
May work with a variety of staff levels and departments to assist with data acquisition, data
editing, and data analysis.
Assists with work in the field with geospatial recording of information associated with
utility and street infrastructure systems.
Assists with applying land surveying principles in the application of GIS in a City
environment based on the land record system.
Assists Planning and Public Works Departments in strategic planning associated with
existing and future land use and infrastructure.
Assist other staff with the creation of figures, maps, drawings, and images for grant
submittals.
CORE COMPETENCIES: To show competency for these skills, the employee must have worked
in an equivalent position for another agency or worked for the City for a minimum of one year
demonstrating the skills for this position. The groups below provide a list of competencies for
GIS Analyst
career path development.
Group A Competencies
Works well in a team
Works well with the public
Safety training
Supports the organization through interdepartmental cooperation
Group B Competencies (entry level)
Basic understanding of planning principles
Basic understanding of public works infrastructure
Has an understanding of and entry level training in data management information systems and
entry level training on geospatial systems
Basic understanding of surveying and land records
Ability to manipulate data to create desired outcomes and map products
Group C Competencies (mechanical skills)
Ability to learn and make effective use of advanced computer software at an entry level
including ESRI products, AutocadMap, Blue Beam, Microsoft products, records management
and databases software
Ability to work with data collection equipment including GPS, optical level, and traffic counters
Ability to perform simple ARCGIS online functions
Ability to create GIS maps using standard software functions to assist Planning and Public
Works in sharing information
Ability to use GIS systems to extract information in support of engineering staff and other
departments
Ability to coordinate GIS data with records management staff. Ability to enter and edit data into
the City’s GIS in a rigorous and fastidious manner to ensure data quality is maintained
Permitting software coordination
Work order system software coordination
Ability to create feature classes in a File Geodatabase while considering data types, domains,
subtypes, and spatial reference.
Ability to create or work with related tables
Ability to use cartographic techniques to design maps and visualize data
Ability to diagnose and repair GIS systems and hardware
Assists with purchasing and research of GIS-related equipment and software
Group D Competencies (specific skills)
Ability to perform complex spatial analysis using GIS tools and analytics
Ability to script and embed GIS products within City databases and websites
Ability to analyze City land record data to develop information for implementing long range
planning strategies
Ability to oversee system architecture and implement upgrades as necessary
Ability to work with advanced GIS systems and coordinate data integration from outside City
sources
Ability to maintain the availability of user access to GIS information
GIS Analyst
Ability to train power users specific to their needs
Ability to expand and grow GIS system with advancements in technology and in response to
user demand within budget constraints.
Demonstrates ability to share skills and train team members
Ability to use ModelBuilder to perform spatial analysis and manage data
Ability to use HTMLand CSS to create custom popups in Arcgis Online
Ability to use ArcGIS Arcade to create custom content
Ability to create public-facing maps using Arcgis Online and hard copy maps and PDFs using
ArcGIS Pro
Ability to collaborate with Planning and Public Works teams to tell stories about City planning
and resources using GIS tools such as Story Maps
Group E Competencies (management skills – included to show skills needed for advancement)
Skilled in cost analysis and budget development
Schedules and coordinates work program in support of Public Works, Planning, and other City
Departments
Assigns and coordinates work and provides needed resources to staff and temporary staff as
available
Understands and implements the City’s purchasing policy and procedures manual
Ability to review operations and recommend improvements
Assists the City Engineer, including recommending staffing and training for GIS staff as well as
other department staff who desire to assist with data management and mapping
Oversees operational data to ensure proper and efficient function of asset management
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff, regulatory agencies, and
partner agencies such as Jefferson PUD, Jefferson County, etc.
Assist management in formulating written policies and procedures
Serves as a liaison to the management team
Performs 1:1 meetings with other team members when appropriate
Provides mentoring and training of team members
Works with City Engineer to develop annual budget and track each fund within the department
budget over the year
Ability to communicate technical elements of the work with the public
Ability to assist with hiring and employee assessments recognizing boundaries associated with
being a represented position
Highly effective in communication with team members, public, management, and peers
Demonstrates assertive management skills in fairly addressing issues with peers, the public,
management, and other City employees
Assists in the development of and/or maintains a capital facilities plan and capital replacement
programs.
Maintains reports and other documents pertaining to purchases, contracted services, and other
operational needs
GIS Analyst
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required
High school diploma or GED
Valid WA State driver’s license and ability to maintain a driving record acceptable to the City’s
insurance carrier
3 years working experience in related field or equivalent education
Preferred:
5+ years’ experience working in the field of GIS
Graduation from undergraduate or graduate program with certificates in data management
systems, GIS, or equivalent fields
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is conducted in both an office and field environment. Fieldwork is performed at times to review
sites, collect data, and observe construction progress. Physical effort may be required to lift equipment
and system parts up to 50 pounds. Occasional fieldwork and reconnaissance in ravines or other more
rugged terrain. This position requires vision and hearing at level required to perform essential functions
(may be corrected) and a full range of motor skills.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The City of Port Townsend is an equal employment opportunity employer. The City employs, retains,
promotes, disciplines and otherwise treats all employees and job applicants strictly on the basis of job-
related qualifications and competence. These policies and all employment practices shall be applied
without regard to any individual's sex, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation
(including gender identity), pregnancy, age, marital status, military status, disability, genetic information,
or any other characteristic protected by law.
This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed. The employee
occupying the position will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any
other job-related duties requested by their supervisors.
This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the City and the employee
and is subject to change as the needs of the City and requirements of the job change.