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The Wyoming Game and Fish Department seeks a GIS Analyst based out of Cheyenne, WY. This position applies the use of GIS and related geospatial technologies within an enterprise GIS program to the conservation and management of fish and wildlife species and their habitats.  This position also configures mobile applications and supports those using mobile applications for the organization and analysis of geospatial data collected in the field.

Human Resource Contact: Laura Curtis 307-777-4507 laura.curtis1@wyo.gov


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

 

  • Perform analysis and quality assurance on new and existing geospatial data to ensure that standards and integrity are maintained.
  • Assist with development, maintenance, and administration of geospatial data and applications in an enterprise geodatabase environment.
  • Foster the ongoing development of a historical record or library of valuable spatial information.
  • Apply standards and protocols to maintenance procedures; record metadata.
  • Assist project planning and conduct modeling and analyses of geospatial data that support management goals for species and habitats in project-specific and Department-level initiatives. Provide recommendations regarding geospatial project planning needs.
  • Coordinate regional input into statewide geospatial data layers.
  • Conduct analyses of statewide geospatial data to support Department goals.
  • Design and produce mapping products that clearly articulate the results of geospatial analyses.
  • Support the needs of other agency personnel using geospatial data and technologies.
  • Advise others regarding specific geoprocessing tools and methods by which to accomplish specific results.
  • Advise others regarding data needs, project design, and development while ensuring the most current geospatial data is available for department use.
  • Investigate potential solutions to technical issues presented by end-users.
  • Assist end-user and licensing management activities.
  • Assist in testing and evaluating new software versions and service packs prior to Department-wide upgrades.
  • Consult with or advise staff about proper methods, techniques, and guidelines for solutions that address data challenges.
  • Implement and make recommendations for documentation, storage usage, and geodatabase management.