GIS Technician

Lawrenceville, City of•Lawrenceville City Hall, GA

About The Position

This position performs technical duties related to the city’s geographic information system (GIS) functions, including updating and collecting spatial data. The role supports the creation, maintenance, and updating of GIS systems for city utilities and provides mapping and GIS support to city departments and the public. Work is assigned by the GIS Manager through general instructions and reviewed through spot-checks for compliance with procedures and for the nature, accuracy, and propriety of results. The work involves varied GIS technical duties supporting a range of stakeholders. It is generally performed at a desk or table in an office, with some outdoor work and occasional exposure to cold or inclement weather. The position has no supervisory or management responsibilities.

Requirements

Knowledge of GIS-related hardware and software, including ArcGIS Pro, ESRI Field Maps, and Microsoft Suite.
Knowledge of mapping principles and practices.
Knowledge of customer service principles and practices.
Knowledge of spatial analysis techniques using topological, geometric, or geographic properties.
Experience running basic geoprocessing tools and traces, and editing data in ArcGIS platforms, including ArcGIS Pro, ESRI Field Maps, and/or ESRI Experience Builder.
Problem-solving skills.
Prioritizing and planning skills.
Interpersonal skills.
Oral and written communication skills.
A baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field, or the knowledge and competency commonly associated with completing such a degree.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties, usually associated with an apprenticeship or internship, or one to two years in a similar position.