GIS Analyst I/II

GIS Analyst I/II

Salary

$65,561.60 - $90,147.20 Annually

Location

Merced County Human Resources 2222 M Street Merced, CA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2600816

Department

Administrative Services

Opening Date

11/05/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

Bargaining Unit

05 Technical/Vocational (Full-Time Only)

• Description
• Benefits
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Examples of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Designs, develops, programs and supports integrated GIS systems.

• Builds, maintains and curates mapping applications using ESRI or open -source technologies, including ESRIs Arc GIS Online.

• Manages and administers spatial and non-spatial data.

• Utilizes various software and extensions to perform complex GIS analysis.

• Uses and creates automated processes using model-builder or other tools.

• Utilize GIS programming languages to develop web based or desktop applications.

• Use ArcGIS software skills and Python to update and create workflows and automate processes.

• Process, prepare, and convert data to enter in GIS databases; create and maintain documentation of spatial layers; edit tabular data and spatial layers; perform advanced spatial and tabular queries.

• Analyzes and solves hardware and software problems as needed and installs, tests, and implements vendor supplied modifications to existing software.

• Assists in development and enforcement of GIS standards and operating procedures; writes program documentation, user procedures and instructions; implements, tracks and evaluates new or modified programs and applications.

• Conducts feasibility studies and associated time, equipment and cost requirements.

• Analyzes and maintains design of the GIS database, including goals and objectives, data dictionary, physical database security and privacy, and recovery systems.

• Identifies, analyzes and maintains the GIS operating environment, including search strategies, access methods, file membership, record relationships and data compression techniques.

• Assist in conducting complex spatial/surface analysis.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

GIS Analyst I

Experience:

One (1) year of experience performing programming and/or database development support work in an automated mapping environment. Additional experience, as outlined above, may be substituted for the education requirement on a year for year basis.

Education:

An Associates degree in GIS, Cartography, Geography, Computer Science, Engineering, Planning, or other GIS related field OR 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university which includes coursework in a GIS related field. (Job-related experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.)

GIS Analyst II

Experience:

Three (3) years experience in any of the following areas: performing systems analysis, design and maintenance, spatial database analysis and design, or applications development and programming in an automated mapping environment at a level equivalent to the Countys class of GIS Analyst I.

Education:

Equivalent to graduation from a four (4) year college or university with major coursework in computer science, mathematics, geography or a closely related field and additional experience as outlined above, may be substituted for the education requirement on a year for year basis.

Essential Functions

• Frequent operation of personal computer and other modern office equipment.

• Communicate effectively with others in person, in writing, and over the telephone.

• Analyze data, interpret directions, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate responses.

• Perform job duties under stressful conditions and respond appropriately to situations.

• Lift and move with help objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations.

• Repetitive motion, sitting for long periods, walking and occasional standing, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, climbing.

• Constant good overall vision and reading and close-up work and occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision.

• Frequent color perception and use of eye/hand coordination.

• Normal dexterity with frequent writing.

• Frequent hearing or normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone, talking in person.

• Frequent decision making, concentration, and public contact.

• Occasional exposure to indoor industrial conditions (heat/cold, odors, or poor ventilation).

• Regular work attendance is an essential function, and some assignments may require working weekend, nights, and/or occasional overtime.

Knowledge of:

• Experience with standard GIS software (ESRI, AutoCAD, ERDAS, Geocortex, etc.)

• Legal descriptions, land and records of surveys, subdivision and assessor maps.

• Principles and practices of GIS, cartography, and engineering and drafting.

• GIS data maintenance, conversion techniques and data manipulation procedures.

• Principles and techniques of programming languages (VB, Python, etc.)

• Business arithmetic, algebra and geometry.

• Basic business administration and office procedures.

• Principles and practices of effective communication of technical issues.

• Computer aided design or graphic simulation.

• Backup, restore, restart and recovery concepts.

• Relational database management systems implementation.

Ability to:

• Use GIS software to conduct complex analytical tabular and spatial queries.

• Analyze system requirements and select appropriate hardware/software design.

• Develop tests to analyze new or modified hardware, software or database structure.

• Troubleshoot hardware/software problems and debug programs and applications.

• Visualize spatial relationships, read and interpret maps and aerial photographs.

• Interpret, apply, and explain applicable laws and regulations.

• Work effectively, independently, and in a team environment, follow instructions and communicate clearly and concisely with others, orally and in writing.

• Instruct non-technical and user staff in operation of new or revised GIS applications, system modifications or database structure.

• Prepare clear and concise program documentation, user procedures, GIS standards, reports of work performed, and other written material.

• Exercise sound independent decisions within established guidelines.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Why Merced County? A message from the CEO

HOLIDAYS & LEAVES

VACATION

10 days the first 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 160 hours), 15 days in the second 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 240 hours), and 20 days after 10 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 320 hours).

SICK LEAVE

0.0625 hours sick leave for each paid regularly scheduled work hour. 16 days (130 hours per year) with unlimited accumulation. Optional annual buy back of a portion of accumulated sick leave hours upon meeting certain criteria.

HOLIDAYS

Twelve paid holidays annually plus two optional holidays.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE

Five (5) regularly scheduled workdays.

INSURANCE

HEALTH INSURANCE

Medical Insurance - Merced County offers multiple Medical Plans and contributes towards employee and dependent premiums.

• Anthem 500 EPO
• Anthem 1500 EPO
• Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) with Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) without Health Savings Account (HSA)

Dental Insurance - Delta Dental

• County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)

Vision Insurance - VSP

• County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)

DISABILITY INSURANCE

State Disability Insurance (SDI)

Merced County non-management employees are enrolled in the State Disability Insurance Program (SDI). Premiums for this insurance are paid by the employee. This insurance is administered solely by the State, who determines eligibility and payments. Benefit amounts are based on the quarter with the highest wages earned within the base period.

LIFE INSURANCE

County-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

• Represented Employees $10,000

Voluntary Term and Whole Life Insurance are available - premium paid by employee

RETIREMENT

DEFERRED COMPENSATION

The County offers a 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan. Employees choose their investment funds and can make pre-tax or post-tax contributions to the plan up to the maximum allowable.

MERCED COUNTY EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION

The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the County Employees Retirement Law of 1937 and other provisions of the California Government Code. MCERA members also pay into Social Security. The applicable benefit formula is dependent upon your hire date with an MCERA employer; your pension amount will be determined by your age, years of service and final compensation amount.

EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES DO NOT QUALIFY FOR COUNTY BENEFITS.

EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)

Anthem EAP services provide up to five face-to-face counseling sessions per incident and provides a toll-free "800" hotline available 24/7 for emergencies and crisis intervention. EAP services include counseling services, legal services, financial services and work-life resource services.

EMPLOYEE TICKETS, COUPONS, and DISCOUNTS

The County of Merced has partnered with Employee Savings Tickets to provide discounted coupons and tickets for all county employees to attractions throughout the state and out-of-state. The discounts and coupons are available for shopping, movies, sporting events, theme parks, zoos and aquariums and much more.

THIS BULLETIN IS NOT A CONTRACT AND DOES NOT CREATE CONTRACTUAL OR LEGAL RIGHTS ON BEHALF OF ANY EMPLOYEE. THIS BULLETIN IS SUBJECT OF BEING SUPPLEMENTED, MODIFIED, WITHDRAWN OR OTHERWISE CHANGED PENDING LABOR AGREEMENTS AND/OR AT THE DISCRETION OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE OFFICER OR AS THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS DEEM NECESSARY.

For answers to specific questions regarding employee benefits, please call Human Resources at 209.385.7356.

01

Please describe some of the major GIS projects you have worked on in the last few years. Be specific about your role in the project and the technology used

02

Please describe your experience with ArcGIS Online and Portal for ARCGIS. How have you utilized it?

03

Can you provide an example of a time when you had to present complex GIS findings or data to a non-technical audience? How did you tailor your communication to ensure your message was clear and well-understood?

04

Precision is crucial in GIS work. Could you describe a project where a small error could have had significant consequences? How did you ensure the accuracy of your work, and what steps did you take to prevent errors?

05

GIS technology is rapidly evolving. Can you share an instance when you needed to quickly learn a new GIS tool or technique? How did you approach the learning process, and what was the outcome?

06

GIS projects can present unexpected challenges. Can you describe a situation where you encountered a roadblock while working on a GIS project? How did you approach the challenge and find a solution?

07

Have you completed 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university which includes coursework in a GIS related field?

• Yes
• No

08

If you answered yes to question #7, please provide the courses completed that are GIS related.

Required Question

Employer Merced County

Address 2222 M Street

Merced, California, 95340

Phone (209) 385-7682

(209) 385-7682

Website http://www.countyofmerced.com