Job Description
Put Your Skills on the Map : Join Our Team as a GIS Technician!
Are you ready to map out a career where technology meets geography? Great! The City of Burlington is seeking a GIS Technician!
About us :
The Geographic Information System (GIS) Division, part of Burlington's Planning & Community Development Department, was established in June 2000 by City Council approval. The division leads the development of the Burlington Area Regional GIS (ReGIS), serving the municipalities of Burlington, Graham, and Elon.
What you will do :
The employee in this class is responsible to maintain, update and assign City addressing for inclusion in E911 and City Enterprise software systems; maintain and update GIS data sets and related information, including production of mapping products for internal and external use. The employee may have to perform PC troubleshooting from time to time on GIS related issues and recommend ordering of computer-related supplies. Work involves GIS data creation, maintenance, updating and quality control / quality assurance; GIS data entry, attributing, and metadata creation; GIS map production and output; global positioning system (GPS) data collection and coordination with field staff.
Examples of Duties
GIS Data Management and Maintenance :
- Addressing & E-911 Integration : Maintains, updates, and assigns City addressing for integration with E-911 and City Enterprise software systems.
- Data Set Maintenance : Regularly updates GIS data sets to ensure accuracy and relevance in city planning and emergency response systems.
Data Interpretation and Preparation :
Data Analysis : Interprets and prepares field notes, plats, legal descriptions, and address information for use in mapping and spatial analysis.Map and Data Update : Updates maps and spatial data based on newly processed information to reflect current conditions.Support and Assistance :
GIS Support : Provides assistance to GIS users with IT-related questions and guidance on retrieving GIS data.Data Requests : Assists internal and external parties by processing and providing specific spatial data, reports, maps, and charts as needed.Data Entry and File Management :
GIS Data Entry : Accurately enters and maintains GIS data, ensuring a consistent and updated database.File Maintenance : Establishes and organizes GIS and computer data files to ensure easy access and retrieval.Quality Control and Accuracy :
Data Validation : Conducts visual and computer-based quality control checks on facility and land base data to ensure high-quality output.Ongoing Monitoring : Regularly assesses and corrects GIS data to maintain its integrity for city planning and emergency services.Other Responsibilities :
Additional Tasks : Performs other related duties as required to support the GIS department and city operations.Qualifications
GIS Expertise :
ArcGIS Proficiency : Advanced skills in ArcGIS Desktop and Pro for mapping, data analysis, and spatial modeling.Web Mapping : Experience with ArcGIS Online or Portal for creating accessible web maps and applications.GIS Principles : Strong knowledge of GIS software practices for accurate data analysis and processing.Industry & Regulatory Insight :
GIS Regulations : Familiarity with city codes and ordinances ensuring compliance in GIS operations.Industry Trends : Up-to-date with advancements in GIS, applying innovative solutions for improvement.Organizational Skills :
Project Management : Capable of organizing GIS tasks and meeting deadlines under pressure.Detail-Oriented : Maintains accuracy and focus in high-stakes scenarios.Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in geographic information systems, or a bachelor’s degree in geography, computer science, engineering, or a related field in combination with at least 1 year of work experience in a GIS related position, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Valid North Carolina Driver LicensePreferred Qualifications :
GISP certificationSupplemental Information
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :
Work in this class is described as light using a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects and may occasionally require some physical exertion to complete tasks.Work typically involves the ability to physically perform the basic life operational functions of stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing and repetitive motions.Work necessitates visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned in preparing and analyzing figures, accounting, transcription, computer terminal viewing and extensive reading.Working conditions include both inside and outside environmental conditions.FLSA Status : Non-Exempt
Inclement Weather Classification : Nonessential
