GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYST (GIS)

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City of Monterey Park
Monterey Park, CALIFORNIA, United States
6515 - 8335 USD / Month
  • Environmental
  • FullTime
  • Seasonal
  • Applications have closed

APPLICATION FILING PERIOD
This recruitment is continuous; however, applicants are urged to submit their applications as soon as possible, as this recruitment may close at any time without notice.
First round of application review deadline: Wednesday, August 20, 2025.**This position is a part of the SEIU bargaining unit. SEIU is currently in negotiations for a potential increase in salary and benefits.**

THE POSITION
This is a journey-level position that reports to and receives supervision from the Assistant City Engineer or their designee. The GIS Analyst exercises no supervision over staff. Under general supervision, the GIS Analyst:

  • provides analysis and recommendations on Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
  • provides professional computer mapping and database preparation, and analysis
  • creates and maintains Windows-based and Internet-based mapping and data applications
  • assists all departments with operations and maintenance of geographical and data systems
  • splits time between 90% independent work and 10% collaboration with various departments
  • may need to travel to different worksites and be outside for other job-related duties
  • and other duties as assigned.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate is someone who:

  • is a self-starter
  • has the ability to multitask
  • is creative
  • and quick to think on their feet.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
To learn more about this position, please visit our careers page atQUALIFICATION GUIDELINESMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in geography, engineering/computer science, or related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience

  • Two (2) years required, three (3) years desired of full-time experience in geographic information systems.

License and Certificates

  • Must possess a valid Class “C” California Driver’s License.

Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesKnowledge of:

  • GIS principles, including topology and geodatabase
  • Principles of statistics and geography
  • General programming principles, including Internet applications
  • Usage of global positioning system (GPS)
  • ArcGIS, ArcIMS, SQL, and other GIS-related software
  • Digital mapping, data conversion, graphic display, and cartographic techniques
  • City organization, operations, policies, and objectives
  • Basic training principles
  • Office practices and procedures
  • General record-keeping practices
  • Research, statistical, and analytical methods
  • Effective methods of report presentation and safe work practices.

Ability to:

  • Monitor a land-based database system
  • Use plotters, digitizers, scanners, and cameras
  • Review and analyze GIS computer needs
  • Communicating complex ideas, clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
  • Maintain accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports
  • Identify and analyze problems and take effective corrective action
  • Compile, analyze, and evaluate data
  • Make effective oral presentations
  • Follow directions from a supervisor
  • Understand and follow posted work rules and procedures
  • Accept constructive criticism and establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other City employees, and the public.

In accordance with California Government Code Section 3100, City of Monterey Park employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to protect the health, safety, lives, and property of the people of the State.PHYSICAL EFFORT: The physical and mental effort described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical demands: Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires finger dexterity, grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination to operate computer hardware and standard office equipment and reach with hands and arms above and below shoulder level. The employee occasionally lifts, pulls, and carries documents typically weighing up to 25 pounds. The position requires near and far vision and the ability to adjust focus in reading written reports, maps, and various work related documents or computer software. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service.Mental demands: While performing the duties of this class, the employee must be able to use written and oral communication skills; read, analyze, and interpret data, specifications, and documents; prepare and evaluate reports; use math and mathematical reasoning; learn and apply new information or new skills; and interact with City staff, management, and the public.Work environment: The employee works in an office environment with controlled temperature settings. The employee may need to travel to different worksites and be in outside elements for other job related duties.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION NOTE: New hire candidates must show proof of full Covid vaccinations prior to being hired.Applicants with legal disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact the Human Resources Department at least five (5) days prior to the examination date.Following is a summary of the provided benefits. For further information, refer to the unit’s Salary Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding.

  • HOLIDAYS: 116 hours of paid holidays per year.

  • VACATION: 80 hours of vacation each year plus eight additional hours for each year served beginning with the employee’s sixth anniversary to a maximum of 200 hours per year.

  • SICK LEAVE: 96 hours of sick leave. Cash out and reimbursement options are available with restrictions. Automatic enrollment in catastrophic leave bank.

  • MEDICAL INSURANCE: The City contributes up to $1,450/mo toward medical insurance for employees, eligible dependents and retirees. Employees have a variety of medical insurance plans to choose from. Those who waive City-paid medical coverage & present proof of insurance in a non-City employee’s health insurance plan will receive $300/mo. cash in lieu.

  • DENTAL INSURANCE: The City contributes up to $100/mo toward dental insurance for the employee & eligible dependents.

  • VISION INSURANCE: The City contributes up to $30/mo toward vision insurance for employee and eligible dependents.

  • LIFE INSURANCE: The City provides a $100,000 life insurance policy. Additional life insurance is available.

  • LONG TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE: The City pays the premium for long-term disability insurance for the employee.

  • RETIREMENT: Employees are covered by the Public Employees’ Retirement System at, 2.7%@55 (Classic), single highest year or 2%@62 (PEPRA), three average years, as determined by PEPRA. Classic members pay the full 8% and new members pay 7.25% of the employee contribution. The City does not participate in the Social Security System, except for the mandatory 1.45% Medicare contribution.

  • EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Regular, full-time employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Assistance Program that provides confidential counseling and consultation services for family, stress, financial and legal issues.

  • MEDICARE: Employees pay the mandatory 1.45% contribution.

  • CREDIT UNION: F & A Credit Union is available to employees.

  • DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Available to all employees who wish to participate. The City contributes up to $50 per pay period for enrolled employees.

  • BILINGUAL PAY: $50.00/month for the ability to speak a qualified second language. An additional $100.00/month available for the ability to translate documents in a qualified second language.

  • TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Those who have passed probation are eligible for reimbursement up to $3,500 annually for approved courses & books at Cal-State LA University tuition rates.

  • DRUG/ALCOHOL FREE WORKPLACE: It is the policy of the City of Monterey Park to maintain a drug and alcohol free workplace. Applicants for City employment are expected to comply.

  • IMMIGRATION REFORM AND CONTROL ACT OF 1986: In compliance with IRCA of 1986, all new employees must verify identity and entitlement to work in the United States by providing required documentation.

01What is your highest level of education completed?

  • High School Graduate or GED Equivalent
  • Associate’s Degree
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Master’s Degree

02If you have a degree, please indicate your field of study and attach it to your application.03How many years of full-time experience in geographic information systems do you possess?

  • 1 year
  • more than 1 year, less than 2
  • 2 years
  • more than 2 years, less than 3 years
  • 3 years or more

04Do you have experience with ArcGIS, ArcIMS, SQL, and other GIS-related software? Select all that apply.

  • ArcGIS
  • ArcIMS
  • SQL
  • Other
  • None

05Please describe your experience with the software selected in Question 4. If none, please write “N/A”.06The position requires possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s license. Do you have a valid California Class C driver’s license, or can you obtain one prior to appointment to the position, if selected?

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