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Description * Salary Grade SG406* * Recruitment Salary Range Starting at: $65,729.00* ** Salary offered will be determined based on directly related experience ** * Work Location is Town Hall Clayton, NC (Johnston County) * The Town of Clayton is seeking applicants for a GIS Analyst for the Information Systems Department. The Town of Clayton employs more than 340 full-time staff in areas including police, fire, and electric utilities. The Town of Clayton also offers a range of PT positions including positions in Parks & Rec, Library, and Cultural Arts

The Town of Clayton is the fastest growing town in Johnston County, which is the fastest growing county in the State of North Carolina. The vision for the Town of Clayton includes a thriving town where growth contributes to the quality of life enjoyed by long-time residents and newcomers alike; easy access but with an atmosphere that feels smaller than it is; a system of parks and greenways that connect people and places; neighborhoods with a variety of quality living options; a town that offers opportunities for people to live, create, shop and eat; a bustling and historic downtown, and businesses that are successful, growing, and investing in the community. Duties & Responsibilities Updates and reviews GIS databases for utilities and public works to ensure completeness and accuracy.

This position is responsible for the field collection and verification of GIS data for the Town's water, wastewater and stormwater systems. Work includes GNSS field data collection, editing GIS data from the asset management work order system, performing spatial analysis on data as requested and creating maps for use by Public Works personnel and other Town staff. Updates GIS databases based on AutoCAD and by digitizing georeferenced engineering plans.

Designs, develops, and maintains GIS applications, dashboards, web maps, and mobile GIS solutions for internal and external users. Creates custom reports, data visualizations, and analytical products for decision-making purposes. Provides advanced technical support for GIS users throughout the organization.

Assists with the development and delivery of GIS training programs. Accuracy and attention to detail in entering data is critical in performing the work. Work is performed under the general supervision of the GIS Manager and is evaluated through conferences, project outcomes, reports, customer service, and the effectiveness of GIS services delivered to Town departments.

Collects, imports, queries, reviews and exports departmental GIS information. Digitizes engineering plans such as permit, construction, and as-builts drawings for all Town development projects. Conducts field checks of utilities and operates GNSS equipment to verify validity of data.

Transfers geographic data from work order system, prepared maps, GNSS collection device and as-built data received from developers or other agencies into the Town's GIS system. Performs advanced spatial analysis to support utility operations, public works, public safety, parks and recreation, and other Town functions. Corrects and edits GIS data by updating and correcting attributes and positional accuracy of spatial data features; creates additional data layers as needed.

Designs, creates and maintains maps and reproduces GIS maps from the system. Writes queries and creates various report for use by Public Works staff and other Town personnel. Educates co-workers and Town staff about GIS and its efficient use.

Maintains GIS and GNSS software and equipment. Development and maintenance of web GIS applications. Assists the GIS Manager with ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Portal administration.

Performs other duties as required. Special Requirements, Education & Experience Geographic Information Systems principles, practices, and methodologies. ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and associated products.

Geodatabase design, administration, and maintenance. Spatial analysis and cartographic principles. GIS application development and web mapping technologies.

SQL databases and database management principles. GPS and mobile data collection systems. Municipal operations, utility infrastructure, and asset management concepts.

Project management principles and practices. Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in Geography, GIS, Planning, Engineering, or related major field preferred. Five years of related GIS mapping experience.

OR Depending on the position, the Town may consider an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation. * SUBMIT OFFICIAL APPLICATION USING THE TOWN'S CAREER WEBSITE* https://www.townofclaytonnc.org/ If you have technical issues submitting your application, please call the NEOGOV (governmentjobs.com) Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the Human Resources Office

If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. To check the status of your application, please log on to your NEOGOV account and click "Application Status". It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application.

Normal processing time for applications is 30-45 days from the closing date of the posting. To obtain veterans preference, you must scan and upload a copy of your DD-214 or discharge orders. Degrees must be accredited by the U.S

Department of Education. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form.

Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. Attached or incorporated resumes (including Text Resume's on the on-line application) WILL NOT be used for screening for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completing an on-line application form.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check

Effective October 1, 2025, in accordance with North Carolina state law, all applicants for positions that involve working with children in any capacity are required to undergo criminal history record checks conducted by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI). Credit and motor checks are required for some administrative, finance and operational positions. Applicants will be required to take and pass a Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol screen once they are verbally given a conditional offer of employment.

Depending on the position, employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol screens throughout their employment. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA). Town of Clayton employees enjoy many benefits including a retirement pension plan, 401K membership, Paid Vacation, Sick and Holiday Leave, State Health Plan, and various other benefits.

Benefits information can be found by going directly to the Town of Clayton website at: https://www.townofclaytonnc.org/251/Benefits. When a salary range is posted, the actual salary will be based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills & abilities, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. The Town of Clayton is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Hiring salary will not exceed hiring pay range unless approved by the Town Manager. Applications may be reviewed to determine if applicants education and experience is more applicable to other vacant positions within the Town.