JOBS

The City of Naperville’s Electric Utility is currently seeking a GIS Analyst to assist in the management and coordination of the Utility’s geographic information systems. The GIS Analyst provides technical expertise in GIS development, implementation, and maintenance and also supports various integrations with GIS, Automated Metering Infrastructure, Meter Data Management System, and a variety of other utility-specific applications, as well as application development. Additionally, the GIS Analyst provides support for end users of various utility specific applications, including GIS design tools, and compiles and digitizes Electric Utility construction, as-builts, and similar documents in the Department’s GIS system.
The anticipated hiring range for this position is $67,291.36 – $80,749.64 per year, commensurate with credentials and experience. Benefits are offered, such as Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund); Deferred Compensation Investment Plans; Flexible Spending Accounts; Employee Assistance Program; Additional Voluntary Benefits; Paid Time Off and Holidays; Sick Time; Paid Maternity and New Parent Leave; Service and Recognition Awards.
Responsibilities:

• Provides end user training and support on GIS and utility-specific software.
• Designs, develops, implements, and maintains applications for accessing, analyzing, and maintaining spatial data based on analysis of user/departmental requirements.
• Provides technical expertise for GIS system hardware and software. Monitors system performance. Assists in hardware and software configuration issues.  Installs and maintains GIS software.
• Assists in GIS system administration and database administration of relational databases. Documents system and database parameters and guidelines for use. Performs troubleshooting activities regarding database operation.
• Designs and implements relational databases for department-identified GIS applications, as well as other utility-specific applications. Documents structures and verifies compliance.
• Participates with City departments to define their specific GIS needs and identify sources of data. Consults with users regarding programs and procedures for data collection methods and how to maintain data integrity.
• Advises users regarding problems with daily operation of software, systems, and application. Performs troubleshooting on GIS issues and implements corrective action.
• Assists in coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating performance of outside consultants involved in maintaining and upgrading the GIS system for the city. Actively participates in GIS upgrades and upgrade projects both at the utility and at City levels.