GIS Technician

City of Billings • Billings, MT

411d • $51,896 - $63,066

About The Position

The GIS Technician position at the City of Billings involves developing, analyzing, and maintaining various GIS data within the City's Geographic Information System. The role requires working under limited supervision, performing data interpretation, and ensuring data accuracy and integrity. The technician will interact with staff and external parties, manage public works asset data, and assist in the development of GIS applications.

Requirements

• Two years formal training beyond high school in geography/GIS.
• 1 year related work experience in geography/GIS or three years of related work experience in geography/GIS.
• A valid Montana driver's license or must be obtained within thirty days of employment.
• Ability to pass a Federal and State criminal history background check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using ESRI products, including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Experience with ArcGIS Online and reading civil construction drawings.

Responsibilities

• Digitizes and enters public works asset data from hard copy graphics and digital sources.
• Performs ongoing maintenance and cleanup of datasets to improve data accuracy and integrity.
• Validates information through research in the office and field.
• Attaches inspection video/report files to utility layers and enters condition scoring into asset management software.
• Assists in tracking the completion of construction projects and ensures timely data entry into the GIS system.
• Works with GIS Specialist to develop additional Enterprise applications based on recommendations.
• Creates maps and reports from spatial and digital data.
• Responds to third-party requests for City GIS data deliverables and products.
• Automates GIS data input and output through programming.
• Collects and digitizes GPS data for use with City GIS.

Benefits

• Full-time position with a competitive hourly wage.
• Work schedule from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Associate degree