GIS Analyst I

GIS Analyst I

Salary

$34.24 - $51.37 Hourly

Location

Henderson, NV

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

0931JUL26-P-AG

Department

Citywide

Opening Date

07/02/2026

Closing Date

7/16/2026 3:00 PM Pacific

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Position Overview

The City of Henderson announces an examination to create an eligibility list and to fill two (2) vacancies for the classification of GIS Analyst I. The eligibility list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to one (1) year in various departments city-wide.

Under general supervision, performs work of increasing levels of difficulty in the design and development of GIS applications; and performs related duties as required.

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Salary placement for non-represented positions is based on a comprehensive compensation review and takes into consideration the candidates qualifications as well as internal equity.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university in GIS/Geography, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• One (1) year of professional level experience in developing and implementing automated geographic information systems
• Note: An equivalent combination of related training and experience may be considered.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada or "border state" drivers license, as defined by NRS 483.

Required Documents/Assessment Information

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:

1) Completed Employment Application

2) Supplemental Questionnaire *Your responses to these questions will be read and scored by Subject Matter Experts and will determine your placement on the eligibility list for this classification.

• Please attach your documents to the "Attachments" section of your application, click here for attachment instructions.

ASSESSMENT DATES:

Scored Supplemental Question Assessment* (Weighted 100%)

(Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for this classification)

• The Scored Supplemental Question Assessment will be the only scored examination and is weighed 100% for placement on an eligibility list. Candidates must receive at least 70% (or higher) on their Scored Supplemental Question Assessment in order to be considered for the position. Additional information will not be accepted after the closing date.

Selection Interview - Tuesday, August 4, 2026

(Top-Scoring Candidates)

All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:

If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson online application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.

The assessment and selection process for this position will take place on the dates listed above. All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be in Henderson, Nevada, and make themselves available to participate in the testing process at any time on any of the dates listed above.

Selection Process

The selection process will entail Subject Matter Experts reading and scoring your responses to supplemental questions 9-15, and your answers will be the sole determining factor for placement on the eligibility list for this classification. Subject Matter Experts will NOT have access to any information besides the answers to questions 9-15. This means they will not have access to applications, résumés, or any other identifying information when scoring.

Please ensure that your responses are written entirely in your own words and reflect your own knowledge and experience. The use of AI-generated or non-original responses may be considered grounds for disqualification from this process.

Candidates who are placed on the eligibility list will be invited to participate in a selection interview.

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best-qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.

Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.

City of Henderson, Nevada

Non-Represented: FLSA Non-Exempt Employees

Benefits Summary

HEALTHCARE AND INSURANCE

• Health Insurance: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
• Employer paid Long Term Disability - Up to 60% of Base Wage, if approved
• Employer paid Term Life Insurance / AD&D - $50,000 or 1X annual salary, whichever is greater
• Employee Assistance Program - 6 Free Visits Per Issue Per Year for Employee and Family Members in the Household, and Access to Work/Life Wellness Resources
• Medicare - Employee and City each pay 1.45%

RETIREMENT

• Employer paid membership in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• No Social Security tax on employees wages
• Retirement Health Savings (RHS) program
• Service based retiree health insurance premium subsidy after 15 years participating in this program

PAID TIME OFF (PTO)

• Employees may carry over up to 988 hours of PTO each year

• From date of hire, new employee are credited with a minimum of 18 days* of PTO. After their first anniversary, employees will begin accruing PTO monthly as follows:

• Second year through fifth calendar years of service - 17.42 hours per month

• Sixth year through twelfth calendar years of service - 20.59 hours per month

• Thirteenth calendar year of service and beyond - 23.75 hours per month

• Actual number of days and hours of PTO granted may vary by position

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE

• Four (4) workdays of leave, with pay, per occurrence

HOLIDAYS

• 13 paid holidays per year
• Two (2) floating holidays per year (one in first year if hired on or after July 1st)
• The ability to bank holidays, up to 152 hours, that fall on an employee's regularly scheduled day off

WORK WEEK

• Four-day, 9.5-hour workday, 38-hour work week
• Four-day, 10-hour workday, 40-hour work week for Police PERS positions

VOLUNTARY BENEFITS

• IRC 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• IRC 401a Deferred Compensation Plan - new/hire employees only
• IRC125 Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) - Medical and Dependent Care
• Supplemental Insurance: Cancer/Catastrophic Illness, Accident, Short Term Disability, and Hospital Indemnity
• Auto and Home Insurance
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Supplemental Term Life Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Identity and Credit Protection
• PerkSpot Employee Discounts Program
• Long Term Care + Life Insurance

NOTE: Benefits subject to change based on future administrative policy changes, changes to any applicable legislation, changes to elements of the City's voluntary benefits program, and at the discretion of the City Manager or City Council

Revised 03/24

01

For my application to be considered it must be fully complete, accurate and truthful, including:

Employment Information

• Employment Dates: All dates listed for each employer are accurate. End dates are provided for positions I no longer hold.
• Current Employer: My current employer is included in my work experience.
• Contract Work: If I work(ed) for a contractor, the contractor is listed as my employer.
• Multiple Positions: Each position held at the same employer is listed separately, with corresponding start and end dates.

Application Requirements

• Required Documents: All additional required documents are attached to the application using the instructions linked here
• I have not listed "see resume" or "refer to application" in any section.

Not completing the application as directed, unanswered questions, incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.

I have read, understand, and agree to the above instructions regarding completing my application.

• Yes
• No (NOTE: By answering no, I understand that my application may be disqualified from consideration.)

02

Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education? This must match the education section of your profile above.

• I have a High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• I have a High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and have completed some college credits.
• I have an Associate's Degree.
• I have a Bachelor's Degree.
• I have a Master's Degree or higher.
• I do not have any of the diplomas or degrees listed above.

03

For each degree you have earned or are currently pursuing, list the degree type, area of study, and the total number of units or credits completed (if the degree is still in progress). If you do not have any degrees, enter N/A.

04

How many years of full-time professional level experience in developing and implementing automated geographic information systems do you possess? Your answer will be compared to the work history information on your application to determine if you meet minimum qualifications. 1 year of full-time experience = 1976 hours

• I do not possess this experience
• Less than 1 year
• More than 1 year to less than 2 years
• More than 2 years to less than 4 years
• More than 4 years to less than 6 years
• More than 6 years to less than 8 years
• More than 8 years

05

Please list each position where you gained your professional level experience in developing and implementing automated geographic information systems. For each position where you gained this experience, please use the following format: 1. Employer Name 2. Job Title 3. Dates of Employment If you do not possess this experience, please enter N/A. Note: The work experience section of your application must include all relevant job duties. The positions listed below will be compared to the work experience section and will be utilized to evaluate qualifications.

06

If you do not have the required education and experience, do you possess an equivalent combination of experience and related training you feel should be considered? If so, please provide a detailed explanation below. Your equivalent experience will be evaluated against the information provided in your application. If you have the required education and experience, please enter N/A.

07

Do you currently possess a valid Nevada or "border state" drivers license or the ability to obtain one upon hire as defined by NRS 483?

• Yes
• No

08

Supplemental Question Examination: I have read and understand that Questions 9 - 15 will serve as the assessment for this recruitment. I understand that my responses to these questions will be read and scored by Subject Matter Experts and my answers to these questions will determine if my qualifications support placement on the eligibility list for this classification. I understand the Subject Matter Experts will NOT have access to any information besides my answers to these questions and they will not have access to my application, resume or any other information identifying me. Furthermore, I understand that my responses must be written entirely in my own words and reflect my own knowledge and experience. I understand that the use of AI-generated or non-original responses may be considered grounds for disqualification from this process.

• I have read the statement above and understand.

09

Describe your experience in editing GIS data in the ArcGIS desktop software environment. Be specific and include examples of the type of projects you have completed using this system. If you do not have this experience, enter N/A.

10

The City of Henderson primarily uses ESRI software for GIS applications. Describe in detail the ESRI applications and products you have developed. If you do not have this experience, enter N/A.

11

What experience do you have developing ESRI applications for civic/public data (such as land use, zoning, or utilities)? Please be specific and detail the task(s) you used this for. If you do not have this experience, enter N/A.

12

Describe your experience collecting, compiling, and converting data to a GIS spatial format. If you do not have this experience, enter N/A.

13

Describe your experience using data formats (such as CAD or geodatabases) in relation to geospatial projects. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.

14

Describe in detail your GIS experience working in an enterprise environment including data capture, data maintenance, analysis, cartography, and process improvement. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.

15

Describe your experience working with 3rd party software such as Enterprise Asset Management Software or Permitting/Project Lifecycle Management Software? If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.

Required Question

Employer City of Henderson

Phone 702-267-1940

702-267-1900