IT PROFESSIONAL - APPLICATIONS (GIS Developer)

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED Department/Division: Houston Information Technology Services/Enterprise Application Services Reporting Location: 611 Walker, Houston, TX 77002 Workdays & Hours: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM* *Subject to Change, The Houston Information Technology Services (HITS) GIS Services team supports citywide operations through advanced geospatial solutions. Our team provides comprehensive GIS technical support, manages data workflows and ETL automation, administers Web GIS platforms, develops system integrations, and maintains critical GIS infrastructure. We are hands-on in designing and configuring solutions, upgrading environments and applications, establishing secure connections, managing user licensing, and delivering expert guidance to ensure reliable and innovative GIS services across the organization. The IT Professional - Applications (GIS ETL Developer) will be tasked with designing, building, and maintaining automated workflows for GIS data. This role involves integrating various data sources into the city’s ArcGIS platforms through spatial ETL tools such as ArcGIS Pro Model Builder, FME Form (FME Workbench), and Python. The individual will work closely with other HITS Enterprise Application Services teams to enhance existing GIS ETL processes and ensure the dependable delivery of GIS data to support the city’s enterprise applications. Furthermore, this position will be responsible for publishing, managing, and updating GIS layers, services, and web maps across the City’s ArcGIS Online organizations and ArcGIS Enterprise systems. While the primary focus will be on GIS ETL automation, there will be opportunities for training and mentorship for advanced responsibilities, promoting professional growth within the GIS domain., * Design, build, and manage GIS ETL workflows using tools such as ArcGIS ModelBuilder, FME Form (FME Workbench), or Python to extract, transform, and load data into geodatabases and ArcGIS platforms.

• Administer geodatabase access requests and maintain and enforce GIS standards for all data and software supported by HITS GIS Services team.
• Document data mappings, transformation rules, technical designs, and related workflow processes.
• Generate, publish, and share GIS datasets to the City’s ArcGIS Online or ArcGIS Enterprise systems to support the City’s enterprise applications and citywide GIS users.
• Assist with creating and managing user accounts in ArcGIS Online/Portal, including assigning roles, permissions, and group memberships under team guidance.
• Help monitor content usage for performance and optimization, as well as user activity for compliance and removal of accounts as directed.
• Work with HITS EAS teams and departmental GIS users to gather project data requirements and effectively resolve data-related issues.
• Assist with GIS project requests, workflow management, and documentation to support analysis and application development.

EDUCATION Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management and Information Systems (MIS) or a closely related field. Information systems-specific technical certifications may be substituted for 1 year of either the education or the experience requirement, as applicable. Related professional Information Systems experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis. EXPERIENCE: At least five (5) years of technology experience supporting IT applications. A Master’s degree in Computer Science, Management and Information Systems (MIS) or a closely related field may be substituted for two years of the experience requirement. LICENSE, * Skilled in ArcGIS Pro, including data editing, map design, geoprocessing workflows, and publishing workflows

• Experience in enterprise geodatabase (ArcSDE) administration, including versioning and replication
• Experience with GIS ETL process development and maintenance, utilizing SQL and Python
• Proficiency in FME Form (FME Workbench) is desirable.
• Working knowledge of Esri ArcGIS platform products, including but not limited to ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Portal, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS REST APIs, and ArcGIS Pro.
• Experience configuring and customizing applications within ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Enterprise environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office; ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.

There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditioning. Significant time spent using computer displays, keyboard, and mouse., The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account