Gis Utility Specialist

Assist in maintaining the Geographic Information System (GIS) and support the GIS operations for the City; supply related GIS information to internal and external customers.

FIRST REVIEW DATE: October 23, 2026

Assist in maintaining the Geographic Information System (GIS) and support the GIS operations for the City; supply related GIS information to internal and external customers.

General direction and oversight are provided by the GIS Supervisor.

• Employees of the City of Walla Walla are expected to model and foster the City’s core values:
  Service
  - Integrity
  - Collaboration
  - Equity
  - Leadership – Community
• Research and prepare, digitize, and input information into the GIS system.
• Create, maintain and update GIS utilities information by gathering data from as-builts, record drawings, field inspections, Engineering staff and other sources.
• Assist the GIS Supervisor with coordination and promoting use of GIS systems and products among field and office personnel throughout City departments.
• Improve and document processes to assist in the development and support of GIS.
• Utilize system computers, software, and programming skills to support and maintain the GIS environment; respond to requests for GIS support from other Divisions.
• Basic to mid-level GPS skills to collect City assets in the field using GPS equipment and software.
• Create reports, maps and other products for agency departments using GIS system technology; provide information and support for GIS users.
• Respond to and assemble sewer, storm, water, planning services, and related GIS information requests from the public, contractors and other agencies; assemble, evaluate, and interpret information to assure compliance to the customer requests.
• Ability to read and accurately draw (using COGO tools) or digitize from legal descriptions into the GIS environment.
• Audit and maintain standards for various databases associated with GIS. Ensure that GIS data created is in sync with the City’s enterprise geodatabase versions and other enterprise systems.
• Ability to manage and accurately report on multiple projects.
• Utilize GIS analysis tools to support City business needs and develop efficiencies.

• Demonstrate punctual, regular, and reliable attendance which is essential for successful job performance.
• Present a positive, professional image; maintain cooperative and effective working relationships; assure excellent customer service with internal and external customers.
• Execute assignments, projects, and job responsibilities efficiently and within defined time frames, work independently and effectively with little direction.
• Demonstrate good judgment and employ critical thinking to execute duties, identify issues, seek solutions, and recommend improvements in support of departmental goals.
• Provide assistance to staff and higher-level management; participate in resolving operational or interpersonal concerns; participate in training, meetings, and on committees as assigned.
• Respect the value of diversity in the workplace and the community.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Geographic Information System concepts, programs, methodology, and implementation. Editing and geo-referencing in an ESRI GIS versioned environment.
• Computer-aided drafting software and hardware, e.g., Autodesk Map 3D or Civil 3D.
• Municipal code and standard plans for the City; laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities;
  City/County organization, operations, policies, procedures, and objectives.
• Principles and practices of civil engineering, field surveying, field-to-office data collection using GPS or Collector app, computer-aided…