IT Analyst III - GIS Data Analyst/Programmer

IT Analyst III - GIS Data Analyst/Programmer

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $41.59 - $70.69 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – This position is currently a hybrid of both in-office and telework days (two days a week, in office required at the Taylorsville State Office Building (4315 S 2700 W, Taylorsville, UT). Please note, a position's eligibility for telework is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason.

Recruiter – Liz Vander Linden | [email protected] | 801-957-7232
Application Deadline – June 24, 2026 at 6:00 PM

The Utah Geospatial Resource Center (UGRC) is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a GIS Data Analyst/Programmer to work with both our developer and data teams. The successful candidate will be experienced with data analysis in both ArcGIS Pro and Python, ArcGIS Online data management, and Experience Builder and Dashboards. 

This position will serve as a bridge between the data and developer teams, bringing a native GIS background and experience to programming projects and a focus on automation, repeatability, and innovation to GIS analyses. It will have the opportunity to work on multiple projects for a wide variety of state agencies as well as internal projects to improve the processes and data offered by UGRC. 

Key Responsibilities

• Data Analysis: Perform analysis to answer questions for customer agencies, including identifying spatial and numerical patterns in data
• Automation: Create and maintain Python scripts running in Google Cloud Run for ETL tasks
• Development: Use Python and other languages to develop repeatable, documented processes
• Coordination: Active participation in local, state, and national GIS user groups and organizations
• Innovation: Constantly identify ways to improve processes to better serve agency customers and the public
• Customer Service: Work with agency partners and customers to ensure projects are completed to the highest degree of accuracy and completeness possible
  
  

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, or a related field

Professional Experience: 2+ years with GIS data analysis and data management

Skills:

• ArcGIS Pro
• ArcGIS Online, including Experience Builder and Dashboards
• Python scripting, including experience with the Pandas and ArcGIS API for Python libraries
  git and GitHub

Communication:

•  Customer-first, how-can-I-help attitude
• Team oriented and cooperative

Desired Qualifications

Education: Masters degree in Geography, GIS, or related field

Professional Experience: 4+ years analyzing spatial data, solving complex problems, and creating clear and concise visual products (maps, web apps, etc)

Skills:

•  Ability to break down complex issues and processes into discrete steps and tasks
• Competence with the full suite of ArcGIS Pro tools
• Sound understanding of Python programming fundamentals and internals
• Skilled at using pandas, geopandas, and Spatially-Enabled DataFrames to analyze and manipulate both spatial and tabular data
• Understanding of database structure and management
• Ability to build and maintain complex web maps and Experience Builder apps
• Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform
• Familiarity and comfort using git and GitHub for version management and CI/CD
• Cartographic prowess
• Experience with Javascript/Typescript for web and mobile app development

Communication:

• Excellent writing skills for clearly communicating complex topics
• Ability to summarize next steps and action items from meetings 

Additional Experience/Knowledge: Training or experience in urban planning; land use and development; and the Utah Land Use, Development, and Management Act (LUDMA)

About the Role

Location –
4315 S 2700 W
Taylorsville, Utah, 84129
United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – Yes
Schedule Code – AT - Executive/Professional Employees of Technology Services

Supplemental Information

• Employment contingent on passing a drug screening and a background check.
• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
• Preference may be given to current Government Operations Division of Technology Services (DTS) employees.

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization. 
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals. 
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency
To learn more about The Division of Technology Services check our website. The State's environment is a highly optimized blend of systems responsible for collecting, processing, and distributing millions of data elements every day.

EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.