GIS Developer/Analyst

Job Description:

GIS Developer/Analyst

Description

General

The GIS Analyst / Developer II reports to the Manager, IT or IT Director (Applications) and will be responsible for complete systems life cycle management activities (e.g., analyses, design, technical requirements, coding, testing) implementation for geospatial and other application systems that support agency operations, planning, asset management, and field data workflows. This role is responsible for configuring, administering, developing, and integrating both Esri and open-source GIS technologies into enterprise systems such as ERP, CRM, Asset Management, Scheduling, and Planning applications, for the San Mateo County Transit District (SamTrans), the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board (JPB), and the San Mateo County Transportation Authority (TA).

Essential Functions & Duties

• Acts as technical team leader and maintains responsibility for analysis, design, and implementation of projects as assigned, including complex and highly specialized applications.
• Manage the development and implementation of and provide support for business applications, integrations, interfaces, and utilities.
• Key contributor and driver in the deployment approach, including planning and execution, data conversion approach, script development and execution, warranty period, and solution transition to the platform's operational context.
• Design and develop complex workflows and innovative ideas on modernizing business practices.
• Perform spatial analysis and obtain location information and/or data extraction from large datasets.
• Review and process (QA/QC) spatial data, perform data/attribute enrichment, and migrate production ready data to a centralized repository.
• Produce professional maps/figures and investigate and analyze spatial datasets.
• Develop, maintain, and optimize linear referencing systems/networks.
• Develop efficient and repeatable scripts that streamline complex and reoccurring tasks.
• Review and publish production ready GIS data on to Agency GIS Portal.
• Participate in the investigation, procurement, installation, configuration, administration, maintenance and integration of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software that specializes in geospatial technology and solutions to streamline GIS and other business processes.
• Support to the creation, implementation, and maintenance of GIS standard operating procedures, as well as GIS related policies and procedures for data creation/acquisition.
• Collaborate with internal customers and consultants to define the business requirements, scope definition, and project timelines.
• Successfully drives designs and solutions through enterprise processes and governance to ensure compliant, secure, and supportable solutions.
• Participate in new release feature and functionality reviews to provide ongoing technical guidance and support.
• Integrate business systems to optimize business solutions and provide technical support.
• Provide technical systems support for database administrators, analysts, and system support staff.
• Maintains the sensitivity and confidentiality of data and systems architecture environment.

Examples of Duties :

• Develop and configures mobile/field data collection apps

• Optimize spatial databases and maintain a living GIS data dictionary
• Collaborate with team members to create and iterate through process workflows and application designs and prototypes.
• Monitor GIS related software, databases, and applications and conducts performance tuning as needed.
• Validate features and datasets, tools/widgets, scripts, and software upgrades/patches
• Provide input for the preparation, coordination, and management of GIS project work plans and schedules to include defining requirements, tasks, and resource assignments, ensuring that approved quality levels and deadlines are met
• Act as a departmental liaison between vendors, contractors, other public agencies, and District staff to document processes, service level agreements, and general accountability.
• Act as a key technology player in the strategic management of daily operations and the evolution of GIS Applications and Integrations.
• Conduct GIS user trainings and prepare technical papers, presentations, procedures/ training manuals, and demonstration videos to help support staff and end users utilize spatial applications
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect oneself, fellow employees and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures to reduce or eliminate accidents.

• Provide strategic leadership in identifying and prioritizing the evolution of the GIS Applications (ESRI and Open-source GIS technologies). Lead discussion and assist in making decisions on application data relationships required for managing the integrity of data representing the agency.
• Steer the business community in achieving digital transformation and streamline their operations towards productive/optimal workflow practices within and across multiple user groups.
• Manage enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, fare collection systems, inventory management systems, and scheduling systems.
• Coordinate with other departments on integrated applications as needed.

• Identify and lead the implementation of new and creative solutions that are compatible with current and future technologies.
• Analyze situations, identify problems, and recommend and implement solutions in a cost-effective manner.

• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect one's self, fellow employees and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Sufficient education, training, and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to perform the position's essential functions successfully. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to:

• Degree in GIS/Geography (Cartography), Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field with major course work in GIS.
• Five (5) years of experience developing and managing enterprise geographic information systems and databases for one or more of the following environments, asset management, engineering, planning, public health, environmental, and transportation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Technical Qualification
• Esri’s ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online
• HTML, advanced JavaScript, and CSS
• ArcGIS JavaScript API, Dojo, ArcGIS Server & Web Adaptor
• Python, React, Vue.js, TypeScript, and Arcade, Calcite
• Knowledge of OS Geo including: GeoServer, OpenLayers, Esri’s Leaflet
• Geospatial enabled database platforms (e.g. MS SQLServer, PostgreSQL, Oracle, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in public sector/transportation, railroad, utility, environmental, or public works industry.
• Proficiency with Esri and Open-Source GIS software/platforms (e.g. ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Online, QGIS, GeoServer, OpenLayers, etc.)
• Experience with field data collection and techniques
• Experience with data integration platforms, relational databases, and computer networks.
• Effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Possess a California driver’s license with a safe driving record.

Below is a summary of the comprehensive benefits provided to District full-time employees:

Health and Welfare Benefits:

• Healthcare Benefits -District employees are offered a choice of healthcare providers under the CalPERS Health Benefits Program.The District will contribute ninety (90) percent towards monthly premiums for full-time employees. Fifty (50) percent for part-time employees.
  
• Free Dental and Vision Benefits provided - Employer Covers Premiums
  
• Free Employee Assistance Benefit - Employees are entitled to 5 face-to-face sessions or telephonic or web-video consultations for problem-solving support per incident, per calendar year.
  

• Flexible Spending Accounts - Pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified Health or Dependent Care expenses.
  

Retirement Medical Benefits:

• Long Term Disability Insurance - After 90 days of total disability, Administrative full-time employees are eligible for 60% of monthly income covered by the District.
  
• Health and Wellness - Gyms located at most work locations and discounted Weight Watcher Membership Option.
  

Holidays and Paid Time Off:

• Paid Time Off - Newly hired employees accrue 6.5 hours bi-weekly when hired (if Exempt 8.25 hours).As you move up in years of service credit, the rate of the amount of PTO accrued will also increase.
  
• Paid Holidays - The District provides seven paid holidays throughout the year - New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day (July 4th), Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
  
• Floating Holidays - District employees can earn up to five (5) floating holidays.
  

Financial Planning Benefits:

• Pension Benefits through CalPERS -You must have a minimum of 5 years of service to be eligible for this pension.
  

• CalPERS PEPRA vs. Classic - All employees hired on, or after January 1, 2013, are considered PEPRA members and will contribute 8% of their salary up to the maximum IRS cut-off. All Classic members will contribute 6%
  
• Deferred Compensation Options - Select to contribute to one or both of our Tax Deferred Compensation Options
  
• Reliance Standard Life Insurance with 100% premium paid by the District - 1 times annual salary of employee - max $200,000
  
• Optional Life Insurance - Employees may purchase additional life insurance for themselves and their eligible family members.
  

Growth and Education Benefits:

• Professional Development - Access to LinkedIn Learning and San Mateo County’s professional training. District Tuition Reimbursement Program - A maximum of $5,250 per year for courses related to your job or career goals with the District.
  
• Computer Loan Program - Interest-free two-year loan with a maximum amount of $2,000.
  

Other Amazing Benefits:

• Credit Union - Employees and family members are eligible to join the San Mateo Credit Union and Patelco Credit Union.
  
• Employee Clean Commute (ECC) - Car/Van poolers and Public Transit riders receive a monthly reimbursement.
  
• Commuter Benefits - Free Employee Parking; Free Bus Pass for employee as well as children/spouse; Clipper Card/Go Pass Program for Central employees.
  

For union employees, all of the above benefits are subject to the employee’s Collective Bargaining Agreement. Benefits listed are also subject to change with or without notice and are subject to contract/provider terms and conditions.

Closing Date/Time: 5/3/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$117,763.00 - $164,868.00 Annually