IT Geospatial Analyst (GIS)
City of Cedar Park
IT
Cedar Park, TX, USA
Posted on Apr 15, 2026
The City of Cedar Park
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ABOUT CEDAR PARK
As the third largest city in the Austin metropolitan area, Cedar Park is an integral part of the rapid growth and burgeoning prosperity of Central Texas and Williamson County. Cedar Park is widely known for its excellent schools and a pro-business environment. We are consistently named by multiple outlets one of the top places in the U.S. to raise a family – due to our abundance of amenities, relaxed lifestyle, and our commitment to community and effective government. Just 17 miles from downtown Austin and on the edge of the Texas Hill Country, Cedar Park offers the best of both worlds: the energy of an innovative and booming metropolis, yet the best of small community life with parks, nature trails, and comfortable neighborhoods. It all adds up to a great place for families and businesses to call home. The Position
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JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of the GIS Manager, the GIS Analyst will work both independently and collaboratively to maintain business-essential geospatial data for the City of Cedar Park. This role supports a wide range of departments, including:
City Manager's Office, City Secretary, Communications & Engagement, Development Services, Economic Development & Tourism, Engineering & Capital Projects, Finance, Fire Department, Homeland Security & Emergency Management, Information Technology, Library, Municipal Court, Parks & Recreation, Police Department, Public Works, and Utility Billing.
The GIS team is responsible for maintaining and enhancing core datasets such as the Esri Parcel Fabric, Utility Networks, Street Networks, and other features critical to city operations. Responsibilities include the full scope of data lifecycle management—digitizing, updating, migrating, and performing quality assurance—to ensure data accuracy and integrity. In addition, the GIS Analyst will produce standard geospatial products, including static maps, interactive web maps, and GIS applications, to support decision-making and public engagement across departments.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES- Enters spatial data using established workflows and methods, including coordinate geometry (COGO), digitizing, and geo-referencing design plans, record surveys, and historical maps into the GIS database.
- Researches, reviews, and interprets land surveys, plats, and other legal documents, and incorporates as-built drawings into the GIS database by geo-referencing and linking them to relevant features.
- Produces custom maps using the Esri ArcGIS software suite to support departmental needs.
- Performs spatial analysis and geoprocessing tasks using Esri ArcGIS tools to generate spreadsheets, data tables, statistics, and reports.
- Creates and maintains static geometric networks for all utility systems and performs regular diagnostic maintenance to ensure accuracy.
- Assigns and updates addresses in accordance with National Emergency Numbering Standards for Next Generation 9-1-1, GeoMSAG standards, and the City’s address grid; notifies appropriate stakeholders and governing bodies of changes.
- Performs editing and maintenance of GIS datasets using Esri’s Parcel Fabric, including updates to subdivisions, parcels, zoning, land use, and other layers.
- Verifies the accuracy and completeness of spatial data using GIS, GPS, aerial imagery, and other sources, applying established quality control procedures.
- Responds to data requests and inquiries from internal departments, external agencies, and the public.
- Prepares high-quality paper, digital, and online mapping products to meet the needs of City departments and public-facing applications.
- Maintains and continually updates knowledge of GIS principles, tools, and best practices; stays informed on emerging trends in GIS, database design, and related technologies.
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Acceptable Experience, Training, Certifications and Licenses
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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Geographic Information System Science, Planning, Geography, or in a field related to the work from an accredited college or university, plus a minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of related GIS experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Valid Texas Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge:- Principles of geographic information science and GIS technology
- GPS receivers and skill in their use for data collection
- Theory of GPS satellite constellation signalization and GPS receivers, field data-collection computers, and data post processing skills.
- Principles of data entry, including data digitizing and geo-referencing map plans from aerial imagery.
- MS Word, Excel, and Outlook are essential
- Organizational skills.
- GIS software; Esri ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, AGOL
- Integrate and work with As-built data in Esri ArcMap and ArcGIS Pro
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Organize work, establishes priorities, meet deadlines, and follow up on assignments with a minimum of direction
- Work and maintain reliable full-time attendance.
- Maintain good interpersonal and communication skills to deal with the public.
- Operate devices such as scanners, printers, and large format plotters
- Express ideas clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
Supplemental Information
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERThe City of Cedar Park is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. As an EEO employer, the City will conduct its staffing activities, selection, promotion, demotion, transfer, training, and separation in accordance with Federal, State, and Local EEO laws and regulations as they affect the City. The City of Cedar Park will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, veteran status, or disability.