GIS ANALYST I

Description

State of Idaho Department of Fish and Game Opportunity

Please Note: Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MDT on the posting end date.

Why IDFG? We are committed to creativity, innovation, and excellence as we cultivate opportunities for our customers to engage with our natural resources and become resource stewards for future generations. We are highly dedicated to our mission, committed to our team, and we know how to balance work/life commitments while loving the work we do.

What We Offer:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance - employee only coverage for PPO $70.74/month for medical and vision & $12.08/month for dental
• Participation in one of the Nation's best state retirement systems
• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual that begins as soon as you start (accumulate approximately 3 weeks of vacation the first year, and increasing with state longevity)
• Eleven paid holidays in a year
• Eight weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Multiple optional saving plans - 401k and 457 plans
• Group Life Insurance/Disability Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance - state provided basic life insurance coverage and affordable supplemental plans
• Public Sector Student Loan Forgiveness (eligibility requirements may apply)
• Employee Assistance Program - confidential support, information, and resources for all of life's challenges
• State and Department Wellness Programs
• Ongoing training opportunities
• Potential flexible work schedule

Responsibilities:

• Spatial Data Management
  o Manage statewide authoritative IDFG spatial datasets within data governance guidelines.
  o Maintain up-to-date metadata aligned with state and federal standards.
  o Create cartographic products, graphs, and other visualizations for a variety of audiences.

• Data Management and Data Requests
  o Assist with integrating field-collected biological data into GIS databases.
  o Clean, standardize, and validate data for accuracy and consistency.
  o Provide GIS support for agency led technical assistance.
  
• Collaboration and Communication
  o Effectively and efficiently work with IDFG staff and data partners to fulfill data requests for external and internal stakeholders.
  o Participate within interdisciplinary project teams to complete GIS and data related products.
  
• Documentation and Reporting
  o Maintain proper documentation of geospatial analyses and methodologies.
  o Assist in preparing technical reports, presentations, and map packages for internal and external stakeholders.
  
• Database and Software Use
  o Utilize ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and other GIS software/tools to manage spatial data.
  o Support geodatabase development and maintenance (e.g., feature classes, domains, topology rules).
  o Knowledge of SQL Server, relational databases, and documenting data models.

Minimum Qualifications: (All qualifications listed below are required. To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the minimum experience and/or education standards as outlined in each of the typical qualification guidelines. A detailed resume or work history must be submitted, clearly demonstrating/supporting how you meet each requirement. This information is essential to our initial evaluation process. Incomplete applications or those lacking relevant details may not be considered for further review.)

• Good knowledge of GIS principles, databases, data models, web and mobile GIS concepts, and operation of GIS software (Typically gained by at least one year of work experience in the GIS-related field and GIS-related college coursework OR successful completion of a college degree in GIS or a closely related field.)
• Experience: performing geospatial data processing and quality control, cartography, Interpreting and using maps and map projections, creating metadata (Typically gained by at least one year of experience in a GIS or closely related field.)

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented and motivated early-career GIS professional with a strong foundation in geographic information systems with a background in and passion for biological and environmental science. They should possess a working knowledge of GIS software (particularly the ESRI suite) and relational databases plus experience performing GIS data management. Strong communication and collaboration skills will enable them to work effectively with their internal and external stakeholders. This candidate should be committed to continuous improvement, receptive to feedback, and able to follow data standards and procedures aligned with Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) principles. Additional consideration may be given at the time of interview to candidates who have this training and/or experience. Please be sure to include within your application any training and/or experience you may have.

To learn more about the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, please see the following.

• (Video) Idaho Fish and Game - We Make It Happen

Thank you for applying with us!

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Idaho Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 25
Boise, Idaho 83707

WEBSITE:
https://idfg.idaho.gov/

If you have questions,
please contact us at:

EMAIL:
idfgjob@idfg.idaho.gov

PHONE:
(208) 334-3773

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.