Geospatial Data Analyst

Walla Walla, WA 99362
6/15/2024

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Position Description

Technology Services Department
Position: Geospatial Data Analyst
Salary Range: $5,087/month to $6,821/month; Starting Salary DOQ, DOE
Location: Technology Services Department
Employment Type: Full-time (40 hours/week); FSLA non-exempt
Courthouse Union, Benefits Apply; Open Until Filled

Full Time Benefits Include: • County pays $1,500 per month towards medical, dental, vision, life insurance and employee assistance program for employee and eligible family members • Retirement: Walla Walla County full time employees are eligible for Washington State Department of Retirement Services (DRS) • HRA Veba account: Employer contribution may apply • Wellness program • Access to MetLife Pet Insurance • Deferred compensation plans offered • Twelve paid holidays annually • Vacation accrual based on seniority (see Union Contract) • Benefited employees shall accrue sick leave benefits at the percentage rate of hours worked per week, to a maximum of eight (8) hours earned per month based on a forty (40) hour workweek but not less than one (1) hour per every forty (40) hours worked per County Policy 30.05.0

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Brief Duties and Responsibilities: The Geospatial Data Analyst work will be at the intersection of cartography, programming, and data analysis. This position will analyze spatial data through mapping software (ESRI) and design digital maps with geographic data and various other data sets. This position is tasked with discovering patterns and trends through spatial mapping and developing mapping applications and tools and managing a digital library of geographic maps in various file types. This position will be the single author of City and County address data points derived from all available data.

Working Environment/Physical Abilities: Work is performed in an office environment. There is a substantial amount of sitting at a personal computer for somewhat extended periods. The incumbent may meet frequently with citizens. The physical abilities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, write, hear, speak, and lift up to 50 lbs. of unequal weight. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, peripheral, depth perception. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications: A 4-year degree in GIS and a minimum of 2 years of experience in the GIS field OR any combination equivalent to 6 years of GIS or MSAG experience, education, or listed preferred certifications: GIS Professional (GISP), International Code Council (ICC) certification related to GIS, ArcGIS Pro Foundation certification or similar Esri Technical certification.

Licenses, Certifications and Other Requirements: Possession of a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one is required. Must successfully pass a background check and driving record check. Must become CJIS level 4 certified within 6 weeks of being hired. GIS technical certifications are highly desirable.

For Application: Application, resume, and cover letter required. Job description is available on our website at www.co.walla-walla.wa.us where you can apply online.
SELECTION IS BASED ON QUALIFICATIONS, BACKGROUND CHECK, DRIVING RECORD CHECK, AND ORAL INTERVIEWS.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER / ADA COMPLIANT

Type: Full-time
Pay: $5,087.00 to $6,821.00 per MONTH