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Innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence best describes the culture here at the Comptroller’s Office. We take pride in the work we do serving as Texas' accountant, tax collector, treasurer, and much more! The Comptroller’s office serves virtually every citizen in the state. As Texas’ chief tax collector, accountant, revenue estimator, treasurer and purchasing manager, the agency is responsible for writing the checks and keeping the books for the multi-billion-dollar business of state government.

Our agency workforce is as diverse as the people of Texas we serve. We value our employees and take very seriously our collective commitment to public service. Personal development opportunities are strongly encouraged through available workshops, teambuilding exercises, and on the job training. We offer flexible scheduling that helps employees maintain a healthy work-life balance.

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General Description

ABOUT THE Division

We’re looking for an experienced Geographic Information System Analyst to join our team in the Information Technology division. The ideal candidate will be responsible for analyzing, developing, and deploying GIS solutions for both internal business divisions as well as public facing sites. Your day-to-day will involve every aspect of managing a modern enterprise GIS system, integrating standard geo formats, creating ArcGIS web services and publishing to ArcGIS Online (AGOL). This position will be part of a team of people who are collaborative, adaptable, and dedicated to delivering highly secure, best in class solutions. You would be a great fit for this role if you’re a dynamic, self-motivated individual that can estimate and deliver project tasks in an Agile environment, all while working with a variety of teams.

Work Hours

8-hour work schedule between 7:00 am and 6:00 pm, 40-hour week, Monday – Friday with occasional work schedule variance as necessary. May occasionally work evenings, weekends, or holiday. Hours may change based on business need.

Teleworking may be considered if certain working conditions are met. The candidate must have permanent residency within the state of Texas and must be able to meet in office requirements, which can vary among different sections (i.e., report to office one day/month, three days/week, etc.). Travel reimbursements are not provided for teleworking.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Five (5) years of experience in geographic information systems analysis and design work.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer information systems, geography, geographic information systems technology, management information systems or a related field.
• Two (2) years of experience working with ArcGIS Pro desktop software, ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online.
  
  

Substitution

One (1) additional year of experience performing geographic information systems and design work may substitute for thirty (30) semester hours of educational requirement with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours (four years).

Licenses/Certifications (Preferred)

GISP (Certified GIS Professional)

Summary Of Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position requires the employee primarily to perform sedentary office work. It requires extensive computer, telephone and some client/customer contact. The job requires normal cognitive abilities including the ability to learn, recall and apply certain practices and policies. It requires the stamina and cognitive ability to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions. Marginal or corrected visual and auditory abilities are required for reading printed materials and computer screens and communicating with internal and external customers. May require moving up to 25 lbs. of office equipment or other material on a limited basis. The position may require air and ground travel to other locations, as necessary.

Employees are required to use their personal mobile phones as a part of 2 factor/multi factor authentication for accessing CPA systems securely. You will also receive critical/emergency calls/texts on your cell phone to ensure immediate communication.

In this role you will:

• Creates and reviews maps, graphs and diagrams using geographic information software and related equipment. Evaluates information and data from outside sources, determines the quality of the data and converts data to web-based maps. Develops geographic information systems that may link parcel maps with financial data and other data to produce maps and quantify information about the impacts of features on parcel ownership.
• Writes programs, develops user interfaces and menus to meet user needs. Oversees the entry and validation of database records for accurate GIS maps produced by divisions.
• Coordinates and helps oversee the uploading of map files to agency websites with Web Team members and other agency personnel.
• Provides customer service, troubleshooting problems associated with GIS solutions
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Maximize Your Earnings!

At the Comptroller's office, we know potential employees are looking for more than just a paycheck. The agency offers a strong benefits package for you and your family. Insurance, retirement plans, and a flexible work schedule are just the start. See our benefits offering

If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you!

Important Note to the Candidate:

Salary is contingent upon qualifications. If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

MILITARY PREFERENCE

To receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

Click on the occupational category for the position.

Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor’s Office,

Military Crosswalk Guide .

The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com , http://www.onetonline.org , https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.

Applications submitted through Work in Texas:

Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.

The Comptroller’s Office is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed applications. The application must contain the necessary information in the work history for the applicant to qualify for the position.

An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States to be hired at the Comptroller's office and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.