GIS Analysts

Geographic Information Systems Analyst
W2 only

Onsite in downtown Los Angeles

Pay rate: $45 to $55 an hour.



The purpose of this Scope of Work is to outline the tasks and responsibilities required for Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst contractor positions. These contractors will support the variety of GIS projects and requests. Having these GIS Analysts will serve to keep the Geospatial Technology Unit (GTU), better prepared for special large scale and minor events.



The GIS Analysts will be able handle all GIS tasks and projects that arrive at GTU. The GIS Analysts will be responsible for data collection and web map dashboard deployment and maintenance in support of events and to help with the Critical Infrastructure / Key Resources (CIKR) mapping. Most of these tasks would fall under ESRI ArcGIS systems. Some Python scripting experience would be preferred.



With these GIS Analysts the breadth and functionality of online web map dashboards would increase. Dashboards quickly furnish real-time and historical data to leadership. They enhance decision making and facilitate a more informed approach to resource management.



The GIS Analyst would be responsible for the following:



? Modifying street and boundary data to ensure faster response times

? Modifying point data of commonplaces in the city of Los Angeles which assist when users call 911 from these locations

? Editing city, basic car, and Reporting Districts polygon boundaries, ensuring no gaps or overlaps in the result polygons



This editing work ensures faster response times when citizens reach out to the 911 emergency response system.



Other responsibilities for these GIS Analysts:

? Building digital twins in support of 2028 Summer Olympics and other major events

? Handling map creation and print requests

? Changing paper and ink in plotter printer, other plotter maintenance tasks as require

? Python scripting and automation tasks to capture and maintain data, and create maps

Qualifications

? Proficiency in editing geospatial data, running topologies, and testing

? Scripting skills to automate simple and more sophisticated GIS tasks

? Ability to create and deploy web map applications within the ArcGIS platform

? Knowledge of working with 3D models and digital twins

? Physical fitness to work with plotter printers and associated hardware

? Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills



Contact Paul





Years of Experience Required: At Least 3 Years

Expected Travel Time: None