Geographic Information Systems Technician - Assessor's Office

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

3d • $26 - $37 • Onsite

About The Position

This position creates and manages Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data in an enterprise environment, performing geospatial analysis and creating cartographic map products within the centralized Information Technology department (ITD).

Requirements

• Associate's degree from an accredited college, university or technical school in Geographic Information Systems, remote sensing, cartography, geography or related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.
• OR: Two years of technical experience in geographic information systems, which included data creation and analysis, the production of maps, reports and cartographic products.
• Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a mass appraisal environment.

Responsibilities

• Designs or prepares cartographic representations of GIS data using GIS applications, including web-based mapping systems.
• Maintains or modifies existing GIS data.
• Enters data into GIS databases, using techniques such as coordinate geometry, keyboard entry of tabular data, manual digitizing of maps, scanning or automatic conversion to features, or converting other sources of digital data.
• Reviews existing or incoming data for currency, accuracy, usefulness, quality, or completeness of documentation.
• Interprets aerial or ortho imagery for mapping purposes.
• Revises existing maps and reports, making all necessary corrections and adjustments.
• Compiles GIS data required for map preparation, including aerial imagery, survey notes, records, reports, and original maps.
• Documents GIS procedures, metadata, and operating standards.
• Provides technical support to users or customers regarding the maintenance, development, or operation of GIS databases, applications, and data collection devices.
• Identifies and compiles GIS data to create maps in response to requests.

Benefits

• competitive salaries
• generous health insurance coverage
• retirement plans
• flexible work schedules
• a generous family leave policy
• wellness programs
• opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs
• County-wide employee recognition program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree