24-90 - Geospatial Analyst

Job Description
Only applicants who apply with a State of Texas application via the CAPPS online application system will be considered for this position. First time applicants will need to create an account (url removed) in the CAPPS online application system at (url removed). Please visit our job opportunities page at (url removed) for more information about the Texas Water Development Board and answers to frequently asked questions. To view this position in greater detail, visit the CAPPS online application system.
Texas Water Development Board’s Mission-Leading the state’s efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas.
The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) endorses telecommuting and hybrid workplace plans, in addition to other flexible work alternatives. We offer competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending, and flexible work hours so you can have a work/life balance! For more information about our employee benefits and more, visit (url removed).
The Texas Water Development Board does not discriminate on basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability in employment or provision of services, programs, or activities.
Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Performs highly complex (senior-level) geographic information system work for the River Science and Hydrosurvey Program. This Program focuses on conducting bathymetric and sedimentation surveys of reservoirs and studies of surface water-groundwater interactions, environmental (instream) flows, and geomorphology of rivers. This position primarily serves to furnish lake owners and water planners with updated information about the storage capacity of state reservoirs for use in planning for the present and future water needs of Texans. Work involves assisting with the processing and dissemination of geospatial data. Conducts GIS analysis of lake volumetric and lake sediment data. Prepares elevation-area-capacity tables and contour maps of surveyed lakes. Evaluates bathymetric data, interprets results, and prepares technical reports. Communicates with management and customers on reservoir capacity and sedimentation issues. Documents and contributes to improving procedures for processing and analyzing lake survey data. May participate in field data collection for the River Science and Hydrosurvey Program, as needed. May train others. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Manager of the River Science and Hydrosurvey Department.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Processes and analyzes hydrographic survey data, topographic data, and sediment core samples.
Quantifies reservoir volumetric and sedimentation survey results and produce elevation-area-capacity tables.
Compiles, evaluates, and interprets geographic data from various sources including field observations, satellite imagery, aerial photographs, and existing maps.
Enters required data into a geographic information system.
Digitizes, analyzes, and maintains spatial databases of relevant information.
Documents procedures.
Validates data for accuracy and completeness.
Completes approved metadata forms, and produces maps of the resulting information.
Creates and analyzes lidar data and GIS files and performs data processing quality-control duties.
Prepares technical reports describing methodology, results, and recommendations.
Produces pre-field survey documents and provides logistical support for field surveys.
Provides quality customer service and technical support to management, customers, and clients.
Prepares and maintains work process documents and manuals describing internal procedures.
Trains staff in the use of software and programmatic procedures and reporting.
Assists in developing improvements to data analysis techniques.
May serve as a contract manager and assist in the management of receivable contracts.
May collect bathymetric data and sediment core samples as part of field investigations.
Maintains confidential and sensitive information.
Ensures individual and team files (electronic and hard versions) are appropriately maintained and timely disposed of in accordance with the agency’s records retention procedures and schedule.
Maintains required certifications and licenses and meets the continuing education needs and requirements of the position to include, attending mandatory training courses.
May be required to operate a state or personal vehicle for business purposes.
May travel up to 5% of the time.
Performs other duties as assigned.