Right of Way (ROW) GIS Analyst

ROW Division is seeking a GIS analyst to provide geospatial and mapping support for our Survey Section! The ideal candidate will conduct stakeholder interviews, develop geospatial solutions to solve stakeholder problems, catalog ROW maps, troubleshoot geodatabase formatting, and perform quality control checks. A plus if you can use tools such as Python, FME, VertiGIS, or use Modelbuilder to automate processes.

For more information on who we are and what we do please watch this video:  ROW Introduction

To learn more about TxDOT and our Stassney Campus, we welcome you to watch the following video: https://youtu.be/u42vEZacDgA 

The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant’s work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

• For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
• To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Performs geographic information systems (GIS) data development, integration and analysis, produces maps and graphics, and extracts, analyzes and reports data. Provides technical assistance and support of transportation related activities or projects. Work requires contact with governmental agencies, such as District field staff and consultant firms. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the team lead.

Essential Duties:

Gis Analyst I:

• Collects, prepares, digitizes and codes spatial data into GIS format.
• Conducts mapping research to ensure accurate use of data and resolve conflicting information.
• Converts CAD and other map formats into ArcGIS formats.
• Creates and updates documentation including standard operating procedures, project plans.
• Creates, maintains and updates GIS databases and cartographic products using the ESRI suite of ArcGIS software.
• Develops and maintains links between attributes and other databases.
• Digitizes parcels polygons from deed records using ArcGIS COGO and maintains parcel fabric or land information systems.
• Follows documented workflows, standard operating procedures and best practices to consistently produce high-quality data with minimal errors or corrections.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• GIS Analyst II:
• All the above, and:
• Utilizes ArcGIS Online to create and maintain feature services and web mapping applications.
• Reviews geographic data from various sources, including other state agencies, aerial imagery, existing maps, and databases.
• Develops custom tools and applications using Python, HTML/JavaScript/CSS, SQL and/or other programming languages.
• Interprets source documents, such as engineering plans, plot maps and legal descriptions.
• Plans and proposes projects to management; creates project plans.
• Researches new software and/or techniques for improving performance or processes.

Minimum Qualifications:

Gis Analyst I:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Geography, Geographic Information Systems or related field. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience: No experience required.

Gis Analyst Ii:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Geography, Geographic Information Systems or related field. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

• Experience: 1 YEAR Using Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) products in cartographic production, GIS or GPS analysis
• (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent)

Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ArcPro experience
• Open Roads Designer experience

Competencies:

Gis Analyst I:

• GIS data collection
• Coordinate systems and map projections
• Analyzing and organizing business and technical data
• Composing correspondence and technical documents
• Preparing plans, maps and surveys
• GIS Analyst II:
• Greater skill in all the above and:
• Methods, processes and tools used in the analysis of business processes and for the rapid development of software applications
• Cartography
• Planning, directing, coordinating and leading the work of others
• Developing and giving presentations
• Coordinate systems and map projections

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions:

• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
• Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
• Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm
• Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels;receive information by oral communication
• Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Conditions of Employment:
• Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
• To be selected for and continue employment in this position, the selected incumbent must maintain the security or integrity of the agency’s critical infrastructure and will be subject to regular assessments of criminal history and/or reviewed for connections to foreign adversaries. 

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category. 

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

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

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information