IT Analyst (GIS)

Position Description

The City of Tacoma and Tacoma Public Utilities are establishing an eligible list for the GIS Analyst position. The GIS Analyst will work collaboratively with a team of GIS analysts, system and data administrators, and customer support staff to deliver mission critical applications and data to several City departments and external users, across various technologies and platforms. They will play an important role in utilizing GIS to support the City's Racial Equity Action Plans (REAPs) reach vulnerable populations and promote equity.

This is an entry-level position that provides an excellent opportunity to grow and develop GIS skills under the direction of the GIS Supervisor and/or Lead, while doing meaningful and impactful work. The incumbent will maintain City geographical data assets and implement Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) procedures and data sharing workflows and strategies, while applying industry standards and best practices as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, edit, and maintain data and metadata quality and standards using industry best practices for an enterprise GIS architecture.
• Develop and maintain strategies, architectures, protocols and workflows for publishing and sharing data with Tacoma residents and with collaborating agencies such as Pierce County and Parks Tacoma.
• Identify opportunities to consolidate and replace legacy data and application integration methods with reusable, standards-based integration solutions that connect other systems and can serve multiple purposes.
• Work with City department users to evaluate business needs, identify appropriate GIS analyses, build GIS-based solutions, and provide customer service, troubleshooting and support.
• Contribute towards the development of various GIS visualizations, templates and standards, internal and public facing, in various formats. These may include dashboards, posters, web apps and StoryMaps.
• Work collaboratively on project teams and the GIS team to build capacity among GIS users in the City.
• Excellent technical and analytical skills, as well as strong communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.

Vacancies may occur within the following departments:

• City of Tacoma Information Technology
• City of Tacoma Environmental Services
• Tacoma Water
• Tacoma Power

Qualifications

An equivalent combination to:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
  
  OR
  
• Associate's degree in computer science and at least two years of directly related information technology work experience

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Some positions may require a valid Washington State Driver's License at time of appointment with maintenance thereafter.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Tacoma we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Knowledge & Skills

• Troubleshoot computer hardware, software and system difficulties; propose solutions, track and assure resolution through appropriate follow-up methods.
• Understand concepts of information technology including computers, peripherals, operating systems and applications.
• Knowledge of computer technology principles, their application, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Experience building GIS solutions using various Esri products such as ArcGIS Pro, Desktop, StoryMaps and Enterprise
• Experience managing spatial data in enterprise databases
• Experience developing and maintaining metadata quality and standards.
• Some positions: Ability to read and map legal descriptions

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

This recruitment is being managed by Kim Susee, if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn !

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Details:

Hourly Rate: $34.78 - $53.96

Annual Salary: $72,342.40 - $112,236.80

Employee Benefits | City of Tacoma

City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We're committed to eliminating racial and other disparities, and we actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.

The City of Tacoma believes that diversity of thought, background, and experience contributes to our success and innovation. If you’re passionate about this role and our mission, we encourage you to apply. If you have a less traditional background, we want to hear about your transferrable skills and experience. We value a variety of perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the table.

The Community

Tacoma is centrally located just 32 miles south of the city of Seattle and 31 miles north of the state capital, Olympia. The City of Tacoma is also home to the Port of Tacoma, which is among the largest container ports in the United States. Like most cities in the northwest, Tacoma is surrounded by beautiful nature, offering residents many opportunities for outdoor adventures.

Largely suburban in nature with a small, but dense, urban core, Tacoma is home to numerous institutes of higher learning that attract students from across the country. The University of Washington Tacoma, Pacific Lutheran University, University of Puget Sound, a satellite campus of the Evergreen State College, three community/technical colleges, and several trade and business schools are within Tacoma's geographic area. Downtown's Cultural District is the site of the Washington State History Museum, Museum of Glass, the Tacoma Art Museum, and America's Car Museum.

With its affordable housing and distinctive neighborhoods and business districts, the city has been recognized numerous times as a best city to live in the nation. To see a few of the great things Tacoma has to offer, view this YouTube Video!

ICMA City of YOUR Destiny video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2n5MWl8KFvI
Application Process:
Interested individuals should apply online by completing the application and attaching a resume and cover letter by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement. Applications received without attaching the required materials may not progress in the selection process.

Get Assistance

For assistance with the application process or questions regarding this job announcement please contact the Human Resources office at (253) 591-5400 by 4:00 p.m. of the closing date of the job announcement.

For technical difficulties using the NEOGOV system, call the applicant support line at 1-855-524-5627 between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. This will allow us to assist you before the job announcement closes.

Communication with the City of Tacoma

We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from Tacoma.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk email folders.

The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.

Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.

Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.

Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.

Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.

Other Employment Information

Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.

Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.

Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.

Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

Closing Date/Time: 1/16/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

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