Gis 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 2, 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
• Assist in use of GIS systems and products among field and office personnel throughout City departments.
• Research and prepare, digitize, and input information into the GIS systems.
• Perform programming to assist in the development and support of GIS.
• Utilize system computers, software, and programming skills to support and maintain the GIS, and network systems; respond to requests for computer support from other Divisions.
• Create reports, maps and other products for agency departments using GIS system technology; provide information and support for GIS users.
• Collect and maintain data using the GPS system. Ensure GPS system is properly maintained.
• 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.
• Audit and maintain standards for various databases associated with GIS.
• Ability to manage and accurately report on multiple projects.
• Basic GIS analysis experience.

• 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.
• Training and experience using Esri ArcGIS Pro desktop software.
• Training and experience using Esri ArcGIS Enterprise Portal Environment (ArcGIS On-line).
• Training and experience using Esri Web Maps.
• Training and experience using Esri Field Maps mobile software. Experience using Trimble GPS survey software with Esri Field Maps.
• 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, computer-aided mapping, and computer-aided design.
• Read, review, and understand engineering plans and specifications; interpret plans and survey notes.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing; develop written reports; maintain records.
• Maintain the GIS maps and database and records of GIS source documents.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an…