Sr GIS Analyst

Applications are available on our website at www.glendaleaz.com. A resume may only serve as a supplement to your application.

OPENING DATE: September 4, 2006
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

NOTE: First review of applications: September 22, 2006.

JOB ELEMENTS INCLUDE:
·Leads efforts to research, analyze, and evaluate requests for new or improved GIS application functionality with emphasis on business need and benefit.
·Derives accurate GIS application needs analysis through stakeholder interviews.
·Designs, develops, implements, and maintains software GIS applications utilizing established City standards and practices.
·Interfaces with users, consultants, technical teams, and vendors for maximum guidance in determining the most appropriate approach in providing GIS functionality.
·Insures code changes and modifications are managed using a documented change request system.
·Prepares and maintains documentation that is current and accurately reflects the GIS application architecture, components and software revision levels as appropriate.
·Develops, implements, and monitors appropriate application security procedures to safeguard the city infrastructure from physical harm, viruses, unauthorized users, and potential data loss.
·Develops and monitors appropriate performance metrics to identify and correct application performance deficiencies.
·Develops documentation, checklists, and processes for communicating appropriate support information to city support personnel. Provides training as appropriate.
·Provides technical assistance, support, and training to City staff; solves user problems with existing approved software application systems.
·Develops project schedules, prioritizes tasks, and meets project schedule requirements.
·Provides on-call support during non-business hours.
·Maintains a high level of current knowledge regarding systems, technology, and communications.
·Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering or Geography and 5 years experience utilizing GIS and web technology. Any equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, is qualifying.