GIS Analyst (Vacancy)

GIS Analyst (Vacancy)

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GIS Analyst (Vacancy)

Salary

$37.02 - $55.52 Hourly

Location

Varies by position

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-0549-V1

Department

60 Columbus Water & Power

Division

Office of the Public Utilities Director

Opening Date

08/20/2026

Closing Date

9/3/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Definition

Under direction, t his position will lead GIS initiatives and manage work requests from the Director's Office. This position will also be responsible for workflows that touch all three divisions (Division of Power, Division of Water Reclamation & Division of Water). P erforms related duties as required.

Preferred Experience:

• Knowledge of programming languages, particularly Python, for automating workflows.

• Use of modern web mapping tools such as Experience Builder.

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

Develops and maintains geographic information system (GIS) data and related databases to delineate attributes of geographic areas;

Conducts specialized spatial analyses which may include analysis of nonspatial data;

Creates maps, reports, and documents using data and statistics derived from GIS technology;

Performs quality assurance and develops quality control procedures for GIS database(s);

Performs field inspections to acquire and verify geographic data;

Researches and interprets land records and maps from multiple sources; resolves conflicting geographic data through consultation with attorneys, title examiners, and others;

Digitizes spatial data, georeferences, plans, aerial photographic detail, and conventional and paper maps of varying complexities into GIS format;

Identifies, scales, and orients geodetic points, elevations, and other planimetric or topographic features and cartographic detail;

Prepares GIS applications design, modification, and documentation, including needs analysis and database and program design such as coding, logic, screens, and file input and output;

Converts data from text files, spreadsheets, and databases into maps and reports using GIS technologies; imports and exports data in a variety of formats;

Operates equipment such as plotters and printers for output of maps and graphics;

Makes oral and written presentations relative to various City projects utilizing GIS technology;

Attends meetings involving GIS projects;

Stays abreast of GIS technologies and industry standards;

May supervise subordinate staff engaged in performing GIS work.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience in revising, updating, and/or maintaining geographic information databases. Substitution(s): Possession of a valid certification as a Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP) obtained through the GIS Certification Institute may substitute for the education requirement. Possession of a master's degree may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience. Additional years of experience using GIS software packages such as ESRI ArcGIS may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. (Thirty (30) semester or Forty-Five (45) quarter credit hours equal one (1) year.)

Test/Job Contact Information

Recruitment #: 26-0549-V1

Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)

Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:

Alexander Henry

Columbus Water & Power

Office of the Public Utilities Director

37 W. Broad St.

Columbus, Ohio 43215

P: (614) 645-2784

E: [email protected]

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Short-term Disability

• Life Insurance

• Wellness Program

• Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

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Employer

City of Columbus

Address

77 N. Front Street, Suite 330 Columbus, Ohio, 43215

Phone

(614) 645-8301

Website

https://www.columbus.gov/Government/Jobs

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