GIS Technician

This position performs technical duties related to the city’s geographic information system (GIS) functions including updating and collecting spatial data.

• Performs technical duties related to the creation, maintenance, and updating of GIS systems for city utilities.
• Designs and prepares maps for city and public use.
• Responds to inquiries from city departments regarding mapping and GIS issues.
• Participates in professional organizations and completes continuing education.
• Assists city-wide departments with field data collection on an as‑needed basis.
• Performs related duties.

• 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 utilizing topological, geometric, or geographic properties.
• Experienced in running basic geoprocessing tools, traces, and editing data in ArcGIS platforms including ArcGIS Pro, ESRI Field Maps, and/or ESRI Experience Builder.
• Skilled in problem solving.
• Skilled in prioritizing and planning.
• Skilled in interpersonal relations.
• Skilled in oral and written communication.

The GIS Manager assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot‑checks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature, accuracy, and propriety of the final results.

Guidelines include GIS standard operating procedures and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.

• The work consists of varied GIS technical duties. Providing services to support a variety of stakeholders contributes to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to perform technical tasks related to the city’s GIS operations. Successful performance helps ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of a variety of city operations.

• Contacts are typically with coworkers, other city personnel, and members of the general public.
• Contacts are typically to exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table. The employee occasionally lifts heavy objects.
• The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather.

None.

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.