San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships, we support cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back to our two world-famous front doors — the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park — giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action.

The deep and extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition and conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world where all life thrives.

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION
The Senior Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst is responsible for the management and implementation of GIS across San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance departments and subsidiaries. This position reports to the Facilities Asset Manager, San Diego Zoo.
WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Provides GIS data maintenance, manipulation, analysis, extraction and generation assignments.
• Manages SAS cloud application and software licenses.
• Responds to and resolves user inquiries including mapping and information requests.
• Analyzes current GIS system functions, procedures and capabilities and resolves GIS applications problems.
• Performs detailed spatial analysis.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

San Diego Zoo Safari Park Facilities team seeks a skilled Senior GIS Analyst with extensive experience in GIS systems, preferably complemented by a FAA Drone Pilot’s License for aerial data collection and analysis. Experience with utility mapping, trace networks, and the construction site environment is highly preferred, as well as familiarity with asset management, enabling the candidate to support both spatial data analysis and infrastructure management. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to support teams in GIS applications are essential. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about using GIS technology to further the mission of the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance.

JOB EXPERIENCE

• Extensive experience in the design and development of GIS systems and applications

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree With a major in Geography, GIS, computer science or related field or equivalent specialized training 
  

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Management and implementation of GIS
• Able to analyze complex problems and evaluate alternatives
• Able to train others in the use of GIS applications
• Able to communicate effectively (verbal and written)
• Able to work with teams and effectively with others in a diverse environment
• Able to develop and maintain effective customer-focused service processes
• Able to understand, analyze and define user requirements
• Demonstrated ability to organize, plan and complete projects efficiently
• Able to make sound independent decisions within established guidelines

SOME OF THE PERKS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER

• Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
• Family Passes
• Complimentary Tickets
• Local and In-House Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program

IMPORTANT DETAILS

• Location: Escondido, CA
• Position Type: Hourly, Full-Time, Non-Exempt
• Hourly Rate: $31.15 to $34.44

Be an ally for wildlife by joining our team!

At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we thrive on celebrating our differences. Diversity is vital for the benefit of our team members, our guests, our community, and our wildlife.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email your request to sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org and provide the job title and location to which you are applying.

As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace.