Job Description:

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Riverside Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) has an opportunity for a LAFCO GIS Analyst position located in Riverside. The incumbent will perform Geographic Information System (GIS) system analysis, create new databases, combine multiple layers and portions of layers into new combinations and configurations, work closely with LAFCO staff to deliver customized GIS products and services that meet the needs of the LAFCO Commission, and perform other related duties as required.

The LAFCO GIS Analyst is a journey level classification and reports to the Assistant Executive Officer - LAFCO. Incumbents perform a variety of activities and operations associated with GIS database development and maintenance using standard GIS tools and other Environmental System Research Institute (ESRI) products. Additionally, incumbents may perform a variety of professional data research, compilation and review duties.

Competitive candidates will have experience operating ArcGISPro, operating other GIS software (Esri, ArcMap, ArcGIS Online and Windows Professional), and possess familiarity with local government, LAFCO, and/or city municipalities. AutoCAD, surveying experience, and experience reading maps and legal descriptions is highly competitive. Additionally, experience using Google Earth or Google Earth Pro is desired.

Meet the Team!

The Riverside Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) is an independent agency established by state law to regulate boundaries for cities and special districts, and plan services areas for all local agencies, and provides for service reviews of agencies within Riverside County.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Maintain, update and develop information attributes and spatial layers of GIS data.

• Perform quality control processes on GIS and attribute information.

• Provide GIS technical services and expertise to LAFCO.

• Perform research in support of assigned proposals and assist with preparing a description of proposal for placement in legal notices.

• Assist with the review of application materials for compliance with state law and the California Association of Local Agency Formation Commissions (CALAFCO) requirements; ensure compliance with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

• Assist in preparing research for reports and/or presentations to the CALAFCO and other organizations.

• Collect and compile information; prepare written reports, maps and illustrations; assist in updating and maintaining the LAFCO website.

• Consult with end users, applicants and staff to determine GIS and system information needs.

• Work with staff at all organizational levels in project development; develop project work plans/schedules and monitor project resources, including staff time, proposal work and budget targets.

• Prepare technical documentation including data specifications, meta-data, user requirements, and procedures.

• Create cartographic and other products using GIS software, relational and object databases utilizing plotters, printers, digitizers, scanners, and internet applications.

• Operate a variety of GIS software including ESRI - ArcMap, ArcGISPro, ArcGIS Online and Windows Professional.

• Provide information and assistance to the public and a variety of public agencies through the use of GIS products and services.

• Prepare various graphic maps, diagrams, exhibits, and spatial layers with GIS data utilizing GIS related software for staff reports and special studies.

• Familiarity with the Cortese-Knox-Hertzberg Local Government Reorganization Act of 2000 and the CALAFCO is highly desired.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPTION I
Experience: Four years of sub-professional or professional GIS experience. (Completion of GIS, automated mapping, land surveying, geography, cartography, or computer science related coursework from an accredited college or university may substitute for up to two years of the required experience on the basis of 30 semester or 45 quarter units equaling one year of experience.)

OPTION II
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in computer science, geography, cartography, or a closely related field to the assignment.

ALL OPTIONS
Knowledge of: Geography, geographic information systems, mathematics, including the principles of algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and statistics as applied to GIS related work; automated drafting techniques; map design and cartography; survey principles and methods.

Ability to: Apply techniques and practices involved to complete assigned GIS work and projects; perform mathematical computations; tabulate and analyze data and prepare reports and maps; read and interpret legal descriptions, engineering drawings, survey notes, and tract descriptions; keep clear and accurate notes; do simple drafting, understand and follow oral and written directions; work cooperatively with others.

Other Requirements:
License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required.

Physical Requirements: Lift, move, and carry boxes up to 10 pounds.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Veterans' Preference
The County of Riverside has a Veteran's Preference Policy . Upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 (or NGB-22) indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference.

Degree Verification

Prior to the closing date, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

What's Next

This recruitment is open to all applicants. Applicants who are current employees of Riverside Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of applications received. Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted. No late applications will be permitted. Based on the number of applications received, this posting may close without notice. A list of eligible candidates will be established to fill current and future vacancies throughout Riverside County.

Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: http://dao.rc-hr.com/ .

MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE: A Flexible Benefit Credit is provided on a monthly basis as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit. Vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP) at no cost to employee or eligible dependents.

Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here .
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

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  Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.


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  Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.


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  Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. As of July 1, 2020, the employee contribution is 7.25% and subject to change annually.
  
  

A new member is defined as any of the following:

A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.

A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.

A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.

Note:

This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.

If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

401(a) MONEY PURCHASE PLAN: County contribution of $50 per pay period towards choice between two 401(a) plan providers.

ANNUAL LEAVE (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0 < 36 months = 8.92 Hours
36 to <108>108 or more months = 12.00 Hours

Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 1,800 hours. Employee may receive pay in lieu of up to 80 hours per calendar year. Agency/Department Head may approve an additional 80 hours.

HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 days can be taken through use of accrued leave balances).

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): Benefit pays 66.67% of earnings to a maximum of $10,000 per month; 30-day waiting period; pays to age 65. Benefit can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of pay.

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit.

OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, Management Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.

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