GIS Analyst I – Department of Planning & Land Management

Business: Carroll County Government

Location: Westminster

FULL TIME • TEMPORARY

Business Product/Service: Local Government

Business Address:
225 N Center Street
Westminster, Maryland 21157

Phone: (410) 386-2129

Contact Name: Suzanne Schreuer
Title: Administrative Technian
Email: sschreuer@carrollcountymd.gov
Website: https://jobcenter.carrollcountymd.gov/

Job Description

*Please note that although there are three postings for GIS positions in the Planning and Land Management Department, only one position is available to be filled.

GIS Analyst I, Planning & Land Management
Information
Pay Range (Grade): $28.25 – $$49.44 (H600)
Other Compensation Offered: Overtime, Compensatory Time, Flexible Work Schedule, Hybrid Telework Arrangements
Employment Type: Full-Time, 40 hours per week
Organization: Planning & Land Management – Administration
Location: County Office Building
Reports to: GIS Manager, Planning & Land Management
Classification: Non-Exempt (40617)
Who We Are
At Carroll County Government, we look for people who are eager to engage in meaningful work that positively impacts our community. As public servants, our sense of purpose and motivation to work hard starts with the value we place on relationships with coworkers, community partners, and those we serve. We strive to build collaborative and passionate teams, with opportunities to learn and explore new possibilities in a welcoming workplace. As a team, we are committed, inspired, and connected to make a difference in the community.
What You Will Do
As a GIS Analyst I in the Department of Planning & Land Management, you will correlate data and mapping to real world situations. Working under the direction of the GIS Manager, you will collect or receive data from sources and manage that data for analysis and decision making. Communication and coordination with other technical and non-technical stakeholders are important job skills.
Essential Duties
• Create, coordinate, and maintain mapping projects.
• Prepare and maintain databases, maps, reports, statistical information, and tables.
• Use GIS software to produce and display geographic information.
• Assist in coordination of GIS mapping and database projects between Departments.
• Follow directions and learn basic mapping and analysis to support Department operations.
• Maintain current knowledge of software methods, trends, and techniques.
• Complete assigned work in a timely fashion. Accept feedback.
• Demonstrate an ability to collaborate and a willingness to learn. Participate in a supportive work environment.
• Exhibit integrity, ethics, and fiscal responsibility.
How You Will Succeed
Your Skills
• ESRI Products (Intermediate)
• Microsoft Office Suite (Intermediate)
• Mathematical Concepts and Formulas (Intermediate)
• Verbal and Written Communication (Intermediate)
Your Strengths
• Service Excellence
• Decision Making
• Collaborating with Others
• Digital Literacy
• Continuous Learning
• Data Literacy
• Attention to Detail
• Information Gathering and Processing
• Analytical Thinking

Working Conditions
• Occasional exposure to potentially adverse weather conditions.
• Occasional physical activity: standing/walking, pushing/pulling, bending, reaching, lifting and carrying, climbing steps, squatting, stooping, and related activities.
• Must wear appropriate PPE as required.
Why You Will Love Working Here
All the Benefits You Need
Carroll County Government is dedicated to fostering a culture focused on the total well-being of our employees. For eligible employees, this includes:
• Generous paid time off
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Flexible schedules and remote options, when applicable
• Comprehensive, no deductible medical plans including prescription and vision coverage, low-cost dental plan, and County paid basic life insurance.
• Pension, 401k, and 457 Retirement Accounts
• Up to $9,000 in Tuition Assistance per fiscal year
Find out more here: Carroll County Government | Carroll County, Maryland (carrollcountymd.gov)
Carroll County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The County Commissioners of Carroll County recognize the rights of all people, including County employees, to equal opportunity. Discrimination against County employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability is strictly prohibited. The Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles I and II, applies to County government employment. If you have questions, suggestions, or complaints, please contact Kristy L. Bixler, Director, Human Resources and Carroll County Government Americans with Disabilities Coordinator for Employment, at the Department of Human Resources (410-386-2129) or Md. Relay 711/800-735-2258. The mailing address is 225 North Center Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157.
Questions or need assistance? Please contact us at careers@carrollcountymd.gov, via telephone at 410-386-2129 or stop by our office at 225 N. Center Street, Room 100, Westminster, MD 21157 during normal business hours.
Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.

Job Requirements

You Might Be a Good Fit If
Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in geography, computer science or a related field
• Two or more years of related experience
• A comparable amount of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirement.
Additional Information
• Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.

Other Job Requirements
Driver’s License, Bachelor’s Degree

Wages per hour: $28.25 – $49.44 per hour
Number of openings: 1
Overtime: NO
Benefits: YES
Generous paid time off • 13 Paid Holidays • Flexible schedules and remote options, when applicable • Comprehensive, no deductible medical plans including prescription and vision coverage, low-cost dental plan, and County paid basic life insurance. • Pension, 401k, and 457 Retirement Accounts • Up to $9,000 in Tuition Assistance per fiscal year

Days of Work:
MONDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.  TUESDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.  WEDNESDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.  THURSDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.  FRIDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Shift:

How to Apply: https://jobcenter.carrollcountymd.gov/
Willing to Train: YES
Experience Required: YES
Experience in Months:
Minimum Age: 21 & over
Closing Date: 11/26/2026