GIS Analyst II* - Department of Public Health

Salary : $80,704.00 - $111,092.80 Annually
Location : San Bernardino, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 24-01683PH-01
Department: Public Health
Opening Date: 09/07/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
The Job
Future Salary Increase
Bi-annual step increases up to Step 14
3.00% across the board salary increase effective February 22, 2025 & 2026*
The Department of Public Health is inviting candidates to apply for the position of Geographic Information System s (GIS) Analyst II* . Under general supervision, this role will leverage GIS technology to optimize business processes and enhance the delivery of public health services. The successful candidate will be integral to the planning, organization, coordination, and implementation of the department's GIS infrastructure and its related applications.
Under general direction essential duties will include:

• Develop, maintain, and enhance the department's GIS infrastructure to meet department-wide mapping and customer service objectives.
  
• Support GIS data projects related to public health services across all programs, including but not limited to Environmental Health Services (Community Environmental Health, Land Use, Mosquito and Vector Control), Communicable Disease Section, Animal Care, Family Health Services, and Community Outreach & Education.
  
• Participate in the long-term development and enhancement of the department's GIS technology.
  
• Lead and perform GIS duties, providing technical expertise and support assistance to both internal and external stakeholders.
  
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Official title: Business Systems Analyst II*
For more detailed information, refer to the job description.
As an alternative to the traditional benefits package, you may also be eligible to elect the Modified Benefit Option (MBO) that provides an increased base rate of pay ($1.75 per hour above the base rate of pay!) with modified benefits. For more detailed information, refer to the
*Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Realignment Sales Tax Collections performance.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must successfully pass a background check and a job-related physical exam, including a drug test, prior to employment.
Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required. A valid California Class C driver's license and automobile insurance must be produced at the time of hire and maintained.
Visa Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements
Experience: Two (2) years of experience performing GIS mapping and analysis, and one (1) year managing GIS related projects. Experience may be concurrent.
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Education: Thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units of completed college coursework in information technology, business administration, GIS or a closely related field. If no Bachelor's degree in a qualifying field is held, a list of completed coursework is required.
Substitution: One (1) year of additional qualifying experience may substitute for thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units of education.
Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess:

• Prior work experience in the health sector, applying GIS principles to better understand overall health, burden of disease, populations most at risk, etc., and inform strategies for outreach, education, and resource allocation.
• Proficiency in the Esri suite of applications (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Dashboards, ArcGIS Experience Builder, ArcGIS Hub, ArcGIS StoryMaps, etc.), data engineering, data analytics and problem-solving technical issues.
  
• Coding/programming experience, especially in SQL and Python.
  
• Advanced knowledge of business analysis tools and methodologies, and the capability to understand the entirety of a problem and formulate solutions that address the clients' needs.
  
• Excellent interpersonal, collaborative, and leadership skills.
  
• Demonstrate project management skills, including interacting with end users and program staff.
  
• Problem solving skills, resourcefulness, strong work ethic, ability to identify client needs to comprehend full scope of work.

Selection Process
Application Procedure : Applications will be accepted continuously and reviewed periodically. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in your Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire; resumes will not be reviewed. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, may be referred for interview. Be sure to include in your application and Supplemental Questionnaire any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you meet the minimum requirements as it will be used to competitively evaluate your qualifications.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
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EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
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Administrative Services Unit
The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
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PLEASE READ THE BELOW STATEMENT
Instructions: The information provided on your application and in your responses to the following Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this position, as well as in a competitive evaluation of qualifications . It is in your best interest to be as thorough as possible in your responses. Resumes will NOT be reviewed to determine qualifications. Applicants will not be able to update their application materials or answers to the questionnaire once the application has been submitted. Note: Experience listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.

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Education: Indicate the highest level of education completed in information technology, business administration, geographical information systems or a closely related field.

• Master's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Associate's degree
• Thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units
• Less than thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units

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Education/Coursework: A list of coursework is required unless you possess a Bachelor's degree in information technology, business administration, geographic information systems or a closely related field. Include the following: Name of School, Course Title, Course Number, Number of Units, Type of Units (semester or quarter). i.e. CSUSB, GEOG 3730, Geo-Spatial Analysis, 4 qtr units. Applicants who do not possess a qualifying Bachelor's degree, but have equivalent education, must provide a list of coursework or the application will be disqualified.
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GIS Analysis: Describe your experience performing GIS-related systems analysis. Describe your roles and responsibilities. Include the name(s) of the employer(s) where the experience was gained.If you do not possess GIS analysis experience, indicate N/A.
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GIS Projects: Describe your experience managing/leading GIS projects for developing and enhancing GIS data and applications.
Include a project example, to include description of your management/leadership duties; the scope, size, and duration of the project; and recommendations provided based on the analysis performed. Include the name of the employer where your experience was obtained.If you do not possess experience managing/leading GIS projects, indicate N/A.
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Health Sector Experience: Describe your experience applying GIS principles to better understand strategies for more effective outreach, education, and allocation of resources in a health sector setting. If you do not possess this experience indicate "N/A".
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GIS Systems Support: List the GIS software and GIS reliant business systems you have supported (i.e. Esri products, City Works, Accela Automation, etc.). Include the name of the employer where experience was obtained and the length of time you have supported each system (in months, i.e. 48 months).If you do not possess experience with GIS Systems Support, indicate N/A.
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