GIS Analyst Entry
 Sacramento Municipal Utility District | |
remote work
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 United States, California, Sacramento | |
 Sep 03, 2025 | |
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Apply now Title: GIS Analyst Entry Department:
GIS Location:
Sacramento, CA, US, 95827-3824 Category:
Information Technology/Telecommunications Minimum Pay Rate:$81,244.80 Maximum Pay Rate:$107,577.60 Civil Service Status:Civil Service Apply by Date:09/17/2025 Posting Type:Open We are looking for a motivated GIS Enterprise Technical Analyst to join our team. This role is ideal for someone early in their GIS career who is eager to grow, learn, and contribute to a highly technical enterprise environment. Whether you are just starting out or have a couple of years of experience, this is a great opportunity to build your skills alongside a highly experienced team that supports enterprise GIS systems Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD). Purpose: Key Responsibilities:
If you have a solid foundation in GIS concepts, a curious mindset, and the drive to develop your technical expertise, we encourage you to apply. We are posting this opportunity for the GIS Analyst Entry along with our GIS Analyst Journey level position. The department will be filling one position at either of those levels. If you are interested in the GIS Analyst Journey position you will need to apply to that position separately. SMUD Official Classification: Associate Enterprise Technology Analyst Entry Purpose
Under close supervision, performs the more basic business processes and technical support utilizing SMUD's various enterprise and other integrated technology solutions in the areas of design, configuration, operation, maintenance, and enhancement; assists in serving as a functional resource to the user community to ensure reliability, accessibility and effectiveness to meet the needs of the business unit overall. Nature and Scope
There are five (5) levels in this job classification series that have similar job content but with progressively more challenging degrees and levels of skill, responsibility, knowledge, experience and qualification requirements: Flex Classifications (that permit progression from lower-level classes to higher level classes without examination based upon assessment of an individual's experience and performance) within the series:
Non-Flex Classifications (that promote from lower-level classes to higher level classes and require an examination, such as an interview, based upon individual experience and performance) within the series:
Entry/Intermediate to Journey: Incumbents at the entry (or intermediate) level are required to successfully "progress" to the journey level within 60 months of appointment to remain within the job series. Seniors and Principals must be hired through a promotional process and do not automatically progress from lower levels in the series. Duties and Responsibilities
Required Education
Required Experience Qualifications
Knowledge Of
Concepts of enterprise applications systems design, configuration and functionality; concepts of the system development lifecycle; concepts of implementation strategies; concepts of data modeling, structured query language, scripting, report design, administration, data maintenance and retrieval; (familiar with) complex computer systems and resources, electronic records, database administration; techniques and practices for resolving technical issues; standard business policies and/or procedures. Skills To
Understand complex and/or controversial policies, regulations, procedures, and/or activities internally/externally; assess procedures/systems and assist in the development/implementation of operational improvements; recognize how a system should work under ideal conditions; participate in evaluating and resolving complex technical issues; participate in generating viable alternatives to problems; utilize reasoning and analysis to identify the advantages and disadvantages of different approaches; read and interpret plans, diagrams and specifications; prioritize own work assignments to meet expected timeframes; assess business processes; participate in matching user requirements to system capabilities; assist in developing detailed specifications; recognize/select system integration points; assist in developing testing criteria and conducting testing; effectively work on one's own and/or in a team; assist in troubleshooting user and system problems; assist in performing ad-hoc reporting and changes to reports and forms; stay abreast of new IT technology, tools and methods to support and develop business applications; utilize a personal computer, systems, mobile device and software relevant to the job; communicate effectively orally and in writing internally/externally; assist in coordinating optimization efforts; establish and maintain effective internal/external working relationships and work effectively in diverse teams. Desirable Education
Desirable Qualifications
Physical Requirements
Applicants must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) - Who We Are As the nation's sixth-largest community-owned electric service provider, we're proud of our reputation as one of the best places to work in Sacramento. Our employees tell us in our engagement surveys they're "Happy, satisfied and engaged" which helps create a workplace that best serves our customers.Sacramento was named as the 2nd happiest place to work in America by Forbes Magazine. Lake Tahoe, San Francisco and the world-renowned Napa Valley are within easy driving distance of our locations. Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion SMUD celebrates diversity, and inspires an inclusive culture based on trust and respect to create belonging and connection among our employees, customers, and communities. By working together, we are powering positive, equitable opportunities for all. We aspire to be a workplace where you can be yourself, achieve your best, and thrive together. An example of our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is when SMUD signed the California Equal Pay Pledge in 2020. This requires equal pay for employees who perform "substantially similar work," when viewed as a composite of skill, effort, and responsibility at the time those employees started within that classification. As such, initial hiring salary range is not subject to negotiation and salaries will vary over time based on performance. SMUD is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are made on the basis of individual qualifications, merit, and business needs and interests. Why Sacramento, California? The capitol of California, Sacramento is the state's sixth-largest city, and the 35th largest in the U.S. Local universities include California State University, University of the Pacific's McGeorge School of Law, and the University of California, Davis and several competitive community colleges. The UC Davis Medical Center, a world-renowned research hospital, is one of more than a dozen hospitals and shared services centers in the Sacramento region. Part of the agriculturally-rich Central Valley, Sacramento is at the forefront of the farm-to-fork food movement. Northern California is home to some of the country's top technology companies, including Google and LinkedIn, and a multitude of startups in many industries. Sacramento is home to the NBA Kings, the River Cats (AAA baseball), the Republic FC (soccer) and the San Francisco Giants, NBA Warriors and NFL 49er's aren't far away. Sacramento offers an affluent liberal arts community with Broadway, Mondavi Center, Crocker Museum and summer musical theater to name a few. Hybrid Work This position will be required to work onsite one or more days a week on a regular basis; sometimes more or less, depending on the work and, at any of our SMUD locations. SMUD takes pride in powering the Sacramento region community where we live and work. We value the strong working relationships we develop with our colleagues. Our approach to remote work will continue to evolve. Please be aware that should SMUD's business needs change, emergencies occur, or various other reasons arise, you may be required to report onsite on a part-time or full-time basis. SMUD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. SMUD complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. SMUD expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of SMUD employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Req ID:
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