> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4523429-geographic-information-systems-specialist](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4523429-geographic-information-systems-specialist). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Geographic Information Systems Specialist - **Company:** City of El Paso - **Location:** El Paso, TX, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $66,297.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, Information Systems, Databases, Database Applications, Spatial Data Infrastructures, Macros, Information Technology - **Published:** November 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.com/details/5947775076 ## About the Role Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree or higher in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Geography, Geographic Information Systems, Planning, or a related field and two (2) years of experience using GIS systems for engineering drafting, surveying, cartography, or photogrammetry. Licenses and Certifications: Valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent from another state. ## Description Special Requirements: Applicants for positions assigned to the Department of Information Technology Services must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS)fingerprint-based background check within the first six months from hire and maintain CJIS eligibility. CJIS requirements are related to system access, and the following list of convictions and/or deferred adjudications will result in failure of the CJIS background check and disqualification and termination from employment: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A &B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions. General Purpose Under direction, develop and maintain a computer-based Geographic Information System (GIS), assess user needs, develop database applications, and provide technical support. Typical Duties Enter, develop, and maintain computerized databases of multi-layered maps and related spatial data. Involves: Maintaining standards for symbology, code use, dimensioning, labeling, layering, and other features to assure standardization between drawings. Operate workstation to perform map digitizing and geographic record data entry. Translate metes and bounds into digitized drawings and legal descriptions. Import and transform maps, drawings, and databases. Review and correct errors in data. Assess user needs and develop database applications to support demographic, land-use, municipal, emergency services, physical or similar projects. Involves: Determine nature, extent, sources, and purposes of data to be depicted. Integrate user needs with GIS capabilities to propose a solution including alternate modes of presentation, and develop templates, screens, macros, and other similar graphical interfaces. Perform map overlay, buffering, and other spatial analysis functions, and generate thematic maps, graphs, statistical reports, and similar records. Provide technical database and operational support. Involves: Schedule and coordinate user system access and activities. Train users in operation of workstation and software. Analyze information processing needs and recommend acquisition, upgrade of system hardware and software to the system steering committee. Interface between system hardware and software and resolve operational problems and computer system failures. Supervise subordinate personnel during projects or in the absence of GIS Manager or Administrator. Involves: Participate in planning, assigning and reviewing work. Assist with training and development activities and enforcement of personnel rules and regulations, standards of conduct and work attendance, and safe working practices. Perform miscellaneous related duties such as GIS administrative support, as required.