EPG GIS Analyst III (Office)

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This position supports the management and integrity of Austin Energy’s Geospatial Information System (GIS) by contributing to the development and maintenance of a comprehensive geographic electrical model of the distribution infrastructure. This model serves as a critical foundation for numerous integrated systems and is widely used across the organization for operational decision-making, analysis, and reporting. The accuracy and timeliness of this data directly impact safety, service reliability, and operational efficiency. The senior analyst will also collaborate with internal teams to ensure proposed infrastructure is accurately modeled in a timely manner, supporting the energization of new equipment without delays.

Job Description:

Electric Power Grid (EPG) Geospatial Information System (GIS) Analyst III

Purpose:

Under limited supervision and using knowledge of electric utility infrastructure and fundamental power principals, this position leads the modeling electrical infrastructure to ensure the data is validated for proper topology, catalog data, and complies with Austin Energy's (AE's) Geospatial Information System (GIS) Electric Power Grid (EPG) specifications and standards.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Manages the creation catalog data for electric utility infrastructure to be used for model analysis by researching and collaborating with engineers, field personnel, and warehouse personnel.
  
• Manages the coordination with designers, engineers, and field personnel to ensure accurate and timely modeling of electric utility infrastructure.
  
• Manages and assigns programming activities such as design, development, testing, debugging, documentation, and modification of geospatial applications.
  
• Coordinates the research and interpretations of source records and documents.
  
• Manages the GIS business process analysis, alternatives development, and makes recommendations.
  
• Manages and assigns requests for information from internal and external customers.
  
• Manages the development of GIS analysis and mapping products based on user requirements.
  
• Manages the GIS upgrades including researching, testing, and implementing new geospatial technology.
  
• Organizes and leads meetings with members of the IT and user communities.
  
• Manages quality control to ensure that data being developed meets spatial and content accuracy for desired database.
  
• Coordinates all aspects of training for GIS products and software.
  
• Assists in incident command during storm mode.
  

Field positions:

Assists in incident command during storm mode and may require storm assessment or patrolling. Works around high, medium, and low voltage energized lines and equipment and performs troubleshooting of electrical systems using various test equipment. Determines work requirements for assignment based on reviewing job packets, which include blueprints (plan and profile views), material list, workorder and job summary. Attends refresher training to keep up with new technology.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

May provide leadership, training, and guidance to others.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of Federal, State, Local laws, ordinances, and regulations as applicable to the development and implementation of a GIS.
  
• Knowledge of basic database design principles.
  
• Skill in selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new concepts.
  
• Skill in the application of the core requirements for use of GIS in an Electric Utility
  
• Skill in oral and written communications.
  
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
  
• Skill in advanced data analysis and problem solving
  
• Ability to manage the implementation of geospatial technology projects.
  
• Ability to modify geospatial applications and databases using scripting languages and automation tools.
  
• Ability to define, analyze, and find solutions for difficult or complex problems.
  
• Ability to analyze automation needs and makes recommendations for data, geospatial software, and/or hardware solutions.
  
• Ability to coordinate and train GIS personnel.
  

Field positions:

• Skill in applying knowledge of AE safety rules, regulations, work practices, standards, and procedures associated with each craft when working on energized electrical systems.
  
• Skill in properly using, inspecting, maintaining, and safely storing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Personal Protective Devices (PPD).
  
• Skill in working around high-voltage energized lines and equipment.
  
• Skill in reading, preparing, interpreting, and modifying blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and drawings).
  
• Ability to climb ladders, work in enclosed spaces, and work as an enclosed space attendant (confined spaces for the Network craft).
  
• Ability to read and understand written instructions, technical manuals, blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and drawings.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job plus two (2) years of experience in the Electric Utility Industry as a GIS Analyst or in Distribution, Network, or Transmission operations.
  
• Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years.
  

Licenses and Certifications Required:

Field positions:

• A valid Texas Class C Driver License.
  
• Must possess a valid Electrical Journeyman License.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with modeling GIS data in GE Smallworld Electric Office
  
• Experience working in an Electric Utility
  
• Experience training other GIS users
  
• Experience with GIS System Integration
  

Notes to Candidate:

Location:

2500 Montopolis, Austin, TX 78741

Days and Hours:

Monday through Friday. 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
40 Hour Work Week (Hybrid Available)

Salary (Effective 09/21/25):

$36.29 - $45.91/hr., depending on qualifications and experience.

Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information.

Employment Application:

• The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered.
  
• Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
  
• The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application.
  
• Résumés will not be accepted and statements such as “see résumé” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable.
  
• Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed.
  

If you are selected as a top candidate:

• Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.
  
• If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.
  
• This position requires a criminal background investigation.
  

Fair Labor Standards Act:

This position is classified as NON-EXEMPT.

Critical:

This position has been designated as a Critical Employee position. Critical Employees are considered necessary and vital and supports activities that impact City or department operations. This work can be done while at a designated work site or while working at an alternate work location. Critical employees who are able to work at an alternative work location are required to do so. Schedules may be modified, and employees may be reassigned to another area during extraordinary situations or emergency conditions to provide essential services.

Important Note to Applicants:
Please be aware that the Job Posting Close Date reflects the final day to apply, but the posting will close at 11:59 PM the day before the date listed. All application steps, including attachments and submission, must be fully completed before that time.

We also recommend that you save or print a copy of the job posting for your records. Once a posting has closed, it will no longer be viewable in the system.

EEO Statement for City of Austin:

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

Closing Date/Time: 2025-10-03

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