GIS Technician
About The Position
Under general supervision, performs technical duties related to the collection, maintenance, and presentation of spatial data. Uses a computer to collect and maintain spatial data of operational importance to the City of Casa Grande. Assists with the maintenance of enterprise spatial databases. Assists with the implementation and maintenance of enterprise-grade software applicable to Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Maintains secure and accurate spatial data with an emphasis on addresses and streets. Creates professional maps as requested by staff and executive management. Assists with the promotion and use of GIS inside the City of Casa Grande. Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Requirements
- Associate Degree or equivalent coursework at a technical or vocational school in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geography, Computer Science or closely related field, OR two (2) years of technical experience in working with GIS; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Valid State of Arizona Driver’s License.
- Ability to maintain Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS) Network Terminal Operator: Technical – Level D certification with the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) after hire.
- Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of Structured Query Language (SQL).
- Knowledge of enterprise-grade spatial software products.
- Knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS Online and Software as a Service (SaaS) hosted cloud architecture.
- Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) spatial data concepts with an emphasis on topology, linear referencing, spatial statistics, cartography, geographic coordinate systems, and projected coordinate systems.
- Skill in researching public records with an emphasis on site plans, recorded plats, land use, public infrastructure, and Civil Engineering as-builts.
- Skill in creating and standardizing spatial data.
- Skill in creating and maintaining process documentation relevant to GIS.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative partnerships with internal departments and external agencies.
- Skill in communicating effectively orally and in writing.
Responsibilities
- Collect and maintain spatial data of operational importance to the City of Casa Grande.
- Assist with the maintenance of enterprise spatial databases.
- Assist with the implementation and maintenance of enterprise-grade software applicable to Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
- Maintain secure and accurate spatial data with an emphasis on addresses and streets.
- Create professional maps as requested by staff and executive management.
- Assist with the promotion and use of GIS inside the City of Casa Grande.
- Perform other duties as assigned or required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
