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 Systems (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 Business Systems Analyst II 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 MBO- Administrative Services BbOU- Benefits Summary Guide.
*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: Three (3) years of experience performing GIS mapping and analysis, and one (1) year managing GIS related projects. Experience may be concurrent.
-AND-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.
If you require
technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.
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EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.
Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process .
Administrative Services UnitThe 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.
For a summary of benefits, please click here .
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .
Closing Date/Time: Continuous
