GIS Analyst

Description The Orange County Fire Authority is recruiting to fill one (1) GIS Analyst position, which will provide support to the IT/GIS Division. This recruitment will fill the current vacancy and establish an eligibility list for future vacancies. Class Summary Incumbents are responsible for performing professional level activities under supervision in administering, maintaining, troubleshooting, and/or developing GIS computer systems and/or applications. Incumbents may serve as a lead on Projects and to lower-level staff.. Incumbents may also serve as a subject matter expert in the area of assignment. Incumbents may be required to serve on an emergency response team in the field. Distinguishing Characteristics The GIS Analyst is the third level in a four-level Geographic Information Systems series. The GIS Analyst is distinguished from the GIS Technician by its project lead responsibilities and level of experience in a specific area of expertise, and scope of responsibility under supervision. Schedule Of Events Recruitment Closes: Wednesday, September 9 @ 11:59 pm Oral Interviews: Scheduled for the week of September 28, 2026 Selection Interviews: Scheduled for the week of October 5, 2026 Essential Functions (These duties are intended to be representative samples of the duties performed by the class.) To view the essential functions, knowledge, and skills for this position, please use the link to the classification specification provided below. GIS Analyst Minimum Qualifications An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job, such as those listed above. EDUCATION (position Requirements At Entry) Bachelor's Degree in Geography, or a related field EXPERIENCE (position Requirements At Entry) Three (3) years of GIS experience. LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS (position Requirements At Entry) GISP Certificate is highly desired. Highly Desired Qualifications Hands-on experience using SQL Server and T-SQL for data validation, reporting, geospatial analysis, views, queries, or stored procedures. Hands-on experience developing automation workflows using Python, ArcPy, ArcGIS API for Python, or similar scripting tools. Hands-on experience developing or configuring web GIS applications using JavaScript, Arcade, ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript, Experience Builder, Dashboards, or related Esri technologies. Experience administering, publishing, or supporting ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, and Esri enterprise geodatabases. Experience supporting mobile GIS workflows using ArcGIS Field Maps, Survey123, offline maps, forms, or field data collection tools. Experience with data modeling, relational databases, ETL processes, enterprise data integration, and GIS data quality control. Experience supporting public safety GIS workflows, including CAD, routing, network analysis, dispatch support, emergency response mapping, or operational data maintenance. Experience working with fire service, emergency management, public safety, or other mission-critical operational environments. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Physical Requirements Positions in this class typically require stooping, reaching, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the work sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work. Working Conditions Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts and electrical currents. NOTE: The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department. Pre-hire Requirements Before an employee is hired, he/she must successfully complete pre-employment requirements including, but not limited to fingerprinting and background check, reference check, DMV check, licensure/certification check, Oath of allegiance to the United States of America and the State of California, and proof of eligibility to work in the United States in accordance with Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986. All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment medical exam, including a drug screen through the OCFA's designated physician. How To Apply For This Position When the recruitment opens for this position, an applicant must submit, during the application filing period, an online application and attach any supplemental information as required in the job announcement which may include submitting responses to a supplemental questionnaire. Online resumes and other unsolicited materials may be attached but will not be considered in lieu of the required online application, unless otherwise specified in the job announcement. The OCFA reserves the right to limit the number of online applications when necessary. Applicants are responsible for maintaining/updating their contact information through the online application system. Selection Procedures INITIAL SELECTION REVIEW: The Human Resources Division reviews all initial application materials to identify qualified applicants. Applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be invited to the first phase of the recruitment process. The OCFA reserves the right to refer only the better qualified applicants if the number of applicants is high. If the number of applicants is high, the review process may include a secondary screening (by a panel of job knowledge experts) of the applications and/or supplemental questionnaires in which the better qualified applicants are referred to the next phase of the recruitment process. Because recruitment processes vary, applicants are advised to thoroughly review the job announcement before submitting their online application materials. Testing Testing for this position or any other position may include, but is not limited to the following: written exam, practical exam, panel interview, physical ability test, assessment center, oral presentation, project assignment, etc. If a revision is made to a testing component during a recruitment process, the assigned recruiter will notify by email all affected applicants. Americans With Disabilities Act (ada) Accommodation In accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, anyone who needs an ADA accommodation for the purposes of employment testing should contact Duke Steppe, Human Resources Manager at [email protected] upon opening of a recruitment. Eligible List The duration of an Eligible List is one year, unless otherwise specified in the job announcement. Withdrawing From Recruitment Process Whenever an applicant chooses to withdraw from a recruitment process, he/she is required to submit an email notification to the assigned recruiter requesting a withdrawal from the process. The email to the recruiter must include the applicant's current phone number. Questions All questions regarding this position should be directed to Duke Steppe, Human Resources Manager at [email protected] upon opening of a future recruitment. Note The provisions of this publication do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision in this publication may be modified or revoked without notice. Equal Opportunity Employer The Orange County Fire Authority is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Orange County Employees Association (OCEA) Representation This classification is represented by the OCEA. Please visit the Orange County Employees' Association for additional information. Merit Salary Increases Employees are eligible for a merit salary increase (1 to 4 steps) at their six-month review date, and annually thereafter based upon work performance until step 12 of the salary range is reached. Medical Benefit Benefits Employees have a choice of medical plans under the CalPERS Health Benefits Program and the Authority contributes towards the cost of health premiums as follows: 100% of cost for employee only premium; or 75% of cost for dependent/family premium The enrollment period for a new employee is sixty (60) days from the date of employment. The effective date of coverage will begin on the first day of the month following submission of the CalPERS Health Benefit Plan Enrollment Form. Medical Opt-Out: Effective January 1, 2026, employees who submit sufficient proof of alternate group health insurance may waive coverage and receive the following in bi-monthly taxable cash: Full-Time Employees: $386.27 per pay period (24 pay periods) Part-Time Employees: $193.14 per pay period (24 pay periods) Please visit CalPERS for more information regarding the various plans offered under the CalPERS Health Benefits Program, as well as the current premium rates. OCEA Health & Welfare Benefits Plan The OCFA contributes to the OCEA Health & Welfare Trust which provides for the following dental, vision, disability insurance, and life insurance for all employees in regular or limited-term positions represented by OCEA, regardless of membership status. With a union membership, employees have the option to purchase additional insurance available through the OCEA. Please visit the Health & Welfare Trust webpage for additional information. Retirement All regular OCFA employees are members of the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS) - a defined benefit retirement program. Employees are enrolled in one of the following retirement formulas based on date of hire. Legacy General Members: Employees hired on or after December 1, 2012, who establish reciprocity with OCERS are enrolled in the 2% at age 55 retirement formula (Plan N). Employees pays their maximum employee contribution based on age of entry into OCERS (or reciprocal retirement system), including any increases to the maximum employee contribution as calculated by OCERS. Please visit OCERS to view compensation and benefit limits. https://www.ocers.org/post/compensation-and-benefit-limits New General Members (PEPRA): Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013, without reciprocity are enrolled in the 2.5% at age 67 retirement formula (Plan U). Employees contribute 50% of the normal retirement cost toward the employee's retirement contribution but no higher than their maximum employee contribution (based on age of entry into OCERS). Please visit OCERS to view compensation and benefit limits. https://www.ocers.org/post/compensation-and-benefit-limits For more information about OCERS retirement, please visit OCERS. Deferred Compensation Employees in regular or limited-term positions may voluntarily participate in the Authority's deferred compensation plan. This plan is provided by Nationwide Retirement Services and allows for pre- and post-tax deferrals. Retiree Health Reimbursement Arrangement General Unit members hired on/after January 1, 2007, are enrolled in a defined contribution retiree health reimbursement arrangement to which they contribute 4.0% of base salary. Social Security Orange County Fire Authority employees are not covered under the provisions of Federal Social Security (OASDI); therefore, they are not required to contribute 6.2% of salary towards Social Security. Medicare Employees contribute 1.45% to Medicare. Employees whose wages exceed $200,000 in a calendar year shall contribute an additional 0.9%. Educational Incentive Pay Education Employees with college-level semester units, a bachelor's degree, or completion of an approved course from the Universal Technical Institute (UTI) or equivalent, are eligible for educational incentive pay as follows: 60+ units or UTI course = 2.5% of base salary per month; or 90+ units = 3% of base salary per month; or Bachelor's degree = 5.5% of base salary per month The maximum educational incentive pay an employee may receive is 5.5% of base salary. Other Specialty Pays / Reimbursements Employees under special classifications or assignments, or who possess specialized skills/training/certification, may be eligible for other specialty pays. Please refer to the OCEA MOU for further details. Tuition Reimbursement Tuition reimbursement is $2,000 per fiscal year to cover certain expenses associated with academic pursuits. Vacation Vacation accrual is based on hours of completed continuous service (regular hours) exclusive of overtime: Upon employment and up to 3 years, up to 80 hours per year After 3 years, but less than 10 years, up to 120 hours per year After 10 years, up to 160 hours per year Holidays Employees in the General Unit observe 13 holidays within the calendar year: New Year's Day Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday Lincoln's Birthday President's Day Memorial Day Independence Day Labor Day Indigenous Peoples' Day Veteran's Day Thanksgiving Day Day after Thanksgiving Christmas Eve Christmas Day Full-time ten (10) hour, nine (9) hour, and eight (8) hour workday employees receive holiday pay for the number of hours they are regularly scheduled to work. When a holiday occurs on the employee's day off, the employee receives eight (8) hours of holiday pay or eight (8) hours of compensatory time. Full-time twenty-four (24) hour, thirteen (13) hour, and twelve (12) hour workday employees receive nine (9) hours of holiday pay or nine (9) hours of compensatory time. Sick Leave Sick leave is accumulated from year-to-year and accrues as follows: Upon employment, up to 72 hours per year After 3 years, up 96 hours per year At retirement, employees receive a payoff of their sick leave based on their years of full-time continuous service. Paid Annual Leave (PAL) After completion of new probation, a full-time employee will be eligible to take up to thirty-six (36) hours of paid time off each year, in addition to his/her accrued time [Part-time employees are eligible for eighteen (18) hours]. PAL is awarded on the first day of pay period 1 of the subsequent year and every year thereafter. PAL cannot be cashed out and must be used by the last day of pay period 26 within the calendar year it is earned. Uniforms The Authority provides uniforms to employees in designated positions. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) The OCFA offers regular, limited-term, and probationary employees both a Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), which allows you to contribute pre-tax dollars into an account that can be used throughout the year on qualified medical or dependent care expenses. Participants pay fewer taxes and take home more money. Behavioral Health and Wellness OCFA offers a variety of behavioral health and wellness services to our employees and their dependents, including access to the OCFA Peer Support Team Members, OCFA Chaplains, and the Counseling Team International (TCTI). TCTI provides behavioral health and wellness services to public safety agency employees and their eligible family members with confidential professional assistance. Support services include, but are not limited to, the following types of situations: marital and family problems, stress/burnout, anger management, separation/divorce, child/adolescent issues, depression, and critical incident/trauma. TCTI also offers life care resource assistance for childcare, adoption, elderly and senior care, and financial information. Pet Discount Program OCFA has partnered with United Pet Care to offer a pet healthcare program. This program helps employees reduce the cost of escalating veterinary bills at an affordable rate. All pets are eligible regardless of their age or medical condition. Benevolent Association Employees have the option to join OCFA’s Benevolent Association which was created to "Take Care of Their Own". Included in your $8.00 per pay period cost is $10,000 Member Death Benefit, $4,000 Dependent Death Benefit, $32,500 Annual Scholarships for Members and Dependents., Hardship Grants/Loans, Annual Picnic for Members, Holiday Ball, Retiree Tribute. In addition, Discount Offers- Recreation/Amusement Parks, fitness 19 & 24-Hour Fit. gym membership. Discount Movie Tickets, Angel Baseball Games with Tailgate Party, etc.). In addition, membership allows access to very good supplemental insurances of many type, including Long Term Disability, Long Term Care, Various AFLAC (ICU, Cancer, Accident Inj., CSFA membership, Living Trusts & more. The Family Auxiliary and KIDS Fund (provides monetary assistance only to kids of members), both operate under the Benevolent Assoc. Visit the OCFA Benevolent Association Website for more information or you can watch OCFA Benevolent Association Overview. Updated:07/2026 This benefit summary is intended to provide an easy way for current and prospective employees to access fringe benefit information, including voluntary options. This summary is intended to be accurate, but it is not an official plan document, and has no legal or binding effect as an expressed or implied contract, or otherwise, and does not alter or amend any provision of the Memoranda of Understanding, Personnel and Salary Resolution, retirement contract, insurance policy contract, or any other official document of the Orange County Fire Authority, including Standard Operating Procedures and General Orders. All insurance benefits described in the summary are subject to the terms and limitations of the Orange County Fire Authority's insurance contracts with individual insurance providers. Should you have any questions pertaining to information in this summary, please contact the Human Resources Department at (714) 573-6800. 01 Are you a current Orange County Fire Authority employee? Yes No 02 Please indicate the highest level of education you have completed. Less than High School Diploma or GED High School Diploma or GED Some college coursework completed Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree PhD Juris Doctor Degree 03 If you possess a Bachelor's Degree or higher, please select the major of course work completed (please select all that apply). Geographic Information Systems Information Technology Computer Science Other I do not possess a Bachelor’s Degree or higher 04 Provide details from your application/resume describing your hands-on experience with SQL Server and T-SQL. Include examples of queries, views, stored procedures, reports, data validation processes, or geospatial analysis tasks you developed or supported. What was your role within the team? If you do not possess this experience, please write N/A. 05 Describe your experience developing automation workflows using Python, ArcPy, ArcGIS API for Python, or related scripting tools. Include the purpose of the automation, the systems or data involved, and the outcome or efficiency gained. If you do not possess this experience, please write N/A. 06 Describe your experience developing or configuring web GIS applications using JavaScript, Arcade, ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript, Experience Builder, Web AppBuilder, Dashboards, or related technologies. Include your specific responsibilities, the intended audience, and how the application was used. If you do not possess this experience, please write N/A. 07 Describe your experience administering ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, and Esri geodatabases. Include any experience with user roles, licensing, publishing services, portal content management, database connections, versioning, backups, upgrades, or troubleshooting. What was your level of responsibility? If you do not possess this experience, please write N/A. 08 Describe your experience with ArcGIS Field Maps, Survey123, mobile data collection, or other field GIS workflows. Include examples of forms, maps, offline workflows, data collection processes, quality control steps, or field staff support you provided. If you do not possess this experience, please write N/A. 09 Provide details from your application/resume describing your experience with data modeling, relational databases, ETL processes, or enterprise data integration. Include the types of data, tools used, data quality considerations, and your role in designing, maintaining, or improving the workflow. If you do not possess this experience, please write N/A. 10 Describe your experience supporting public safety, emergency response, CAD, routing, or network analysis systems. Include the type of system supported, how GIS data was used operationally, and your role in maintaining accuracy, reliability, or response readiness. If you do not possess this experience, please write N/A. 11 Describe your experience working in a fire service, emergency management, or public safety environment. Include your understanding of operational needs, coordination with non-technical staff, and how your GIS work supported decision-making or field operations. If you do not possess this experience, please write N/A. Required Question