GIS Technician

Arkansas Department of Transportation • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

Under general supervision, this position assists with various technician level
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) functions to support the development and
maintenance of geospatial data.

Examples of Work

The following examples are intended only as illustrations of various types of
work performed. No attempt is made to be exhaustive. Related, similar, or other
logical duties are performed as assigned. The Department may require employees
to perform functions beyond those contained in job descriptions. The Department
may modify job descriptions based on Department needs. The Arkansas Department
of Transportation is an "at will" employer.

Requirements

• Education and experience: The educational equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in GIS, geography or related field that heavily involves using a GIS/mapping platform OR the educational equivalent to a diploma from an accredited high school and 4 years of directly related experience.
• Knowledge, skills and abilities: Knowledge of GIS and mapping software(s), tools, and functionality.
• Ability to assist in the implementation of GIS standards and methodologies.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Access, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Assist with database entry and quality control on various projects and data sources.
• Review data for errors and make changes as needed according to current standards and accuracy procedures.
• Analyze and query data as needed for project level assignments.
• Produce maps and other visual products.
• Research best practices and alternate methods with the GIS community for extended learning and determining potential value for the Department.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees