City of Gulfport

City of Gulfport

GIS Analyst

Gulfport, MS · Internship

Sponsorship not specified$36k-$53kDetected 9 days ago
JavaScriptPythonHTMLCSSCustomer SupportResearchGISPublic SpeakingMicrosoft Office

About the role

  • This position is responsible for maintaining GIS data, producing maps and visualizations, supporting routine spatial analysis activities, and assisting departments with GIS-related requests and applications.
  • This position is classified as a Critical personnel classification for Emergency Response.

Responsibilities

  • The GIS Analyst performs professional geographic information systems (GIS) work in support of the City's GIS Division and departmental operations.
  • The GIS Analyst works under general supervision and serves as a technical support resource for GIS operations.
  • include maintaining geospatial datasets, supporting field data collection efforts, assisting with GIS application support, and producing cartographic products for internal and public use.
  • Critical status is defined as employees whose duties are vital to maintain basic municipal functions during an emergency.

Skills

  • Requires working knowledge of automated mapping principles and cartographic procedures.
  • Possesses working knowledge of Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) software, including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.
  • Exhibits basic knowledge of GIS data management concepts and geodatabases.
  • Demonstrates basic knowledge of GPS data collection methods and procedures.
  • Possesses working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of software.
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Exhibits the ability to follow written and oral instructions and work independently on assigned tasks.
  • Requires knowledge of standard office equipment and its use, including computers, printers, and large-format plotters.
  • Obtains basic knowledge of scripting or web technologies (e.g., Python, HTML, CSS, JavaScript) preferred.
  • Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, or a related field required.
  • Licenses of Certifications A valid Mississippi Driver's License.
  • GIS Professional (GISP) certification preferred but not required.

Compensation

  • $35,792.23 - $53,289.76

This listing is sourced directly from City of Gulfport's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.