What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS Technician position at City of Duluth?
Engineering Technicians are encouraged to apply!!
SUMMARY/PURPOSE
To provide support and maintain Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data. Direction within the GIS environment comes from Geographic Information Systems Specialists.
2. Provide custom maps for City divisions and external agencies.
3. Train City staff on GIS software, data formats, and standards.
4. Work with City staff to create data standards for GIS data.
5. Participate in planning and oversight of City staff working on GIS data entry and map editing to ensure correct data entry and project schedule completion.
6. Develop standards for data capture through GPS equipment to provide data from field staff to GIS staff for record updates.
7. Participate in setting GIS priorities for City staff.
8. Prepare graphic representations of Geographic Information Systems using GIS software.
9. Review existing or incoming GIS data for accuracy, quality, and completeness.
10. Receive and respond to requests for GIS support.A. Associates Degree in GIS, Geography, Cartography, Computer Science, Engineering Technology or related field of study with course work in mapping, surveying, computer science and spatial analysis, and
B. One year of full-time verifiable work experience with Geographic Information Systems, or
C. A combination of education/experience determined to be equivalent.Education/Experience Review (100% of scoring process; 70 pass point): Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be rated based on the type (relatedness) and extent of their education and experience as documented on their application and/or supplemental questionnaire. Applicants who pass this exam will have their names placed on an eligible list for this classification.
Salary : $58,115 - $67,752
