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Intern - Construction - Geographic Information Systems - Seasonal

City of Omaha
Omaha, NE Intern
POSTED ON 2/12/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/11/2025

Work Type : Intern - This is a seasonal position working up to 40 hours per week / up to 26 weeks.

Nature of Work : This is technical work involving the design, development, maintenance, and production of geospatial databases, hard copy and digital map products, and web maps and apps within an enterprise Geographic Information Systems (GIS) environment.

Education and Experience : (The knowledge, skills, and abilities above may be acquired through, but are not limited to, the following combination of education and / or experience.)

Must be currently enrolled in college for Geography, GIS, or related field and / or beginner use of GIS Software and data.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

  • Knowledge of and ability to operate a computer or other technology using standard or customized computer or systems software applications appropriate to the assigned tasks.
  • Ability to meet the department's qualifications to perform the assigned duties
  • Ability to understand written or oral instructions
  • Ability to adhere to safety policies, procedures and guidelines
  • Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with other city employees and the public
  • Ability to learn and adapt to advances in computer and electronics device technology and software
  • Ability to prioritize and manage work time to keep projects moving according to time lines and be completed by preset deadlines
  • Ability to stand, walk, or lift from 51 to 75% of the time; to reach, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crouch crawl, push, pull, sit, or type from 26 to to 50% of the time; and to climb and balance up to 25% of the time.

Essential Functions : (Any one position may not perform all of the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all of the duties that may be performed in positions allocated to this classification.)

  • To learn and assist in designing creating, updating, and maintaining digital geospatial datasets using various information sources according to documents procedures nd policies, including digitizing from hard copy records, assimilation of existing digital datasets, processing data collected in the field, and integrating related tabular databases.
  • Interprets and applies information from a number of sources into the GIS, including engineering plans, floodplain maps, as-built plans, surveys, plats, tabular reports, and AutoCAD datasets; consults appropriate internal staff and / or originator to ensure accurate interpretation of information.
  • Prepares hard copy and digital maps to meet the specific needs of internal users, projects, and publications.
  • Documents GIS-related feedback from internal and external users, and, if necessary, provides prompt action or information based on user feedback.
  • Assists staff and the public with GIS information requests, including hard copy and digital map production, GIS database queries, geospatial analysis, training, and intermediate technical support.
  • Responsible for the overall maintenance, currency, and accuracy of departmental GIS data layers; responsible for providing access and training to support departmental users.
  • Communicates on a regular basis with GIS Coordinator, GIS staff, and GIS Steering Committee members to determine departmental GIS needs, discuss potential data and application integration, and align actions with overall City Enterprise GIS initiatives.
  • Maintains regular job attendance in accordance with a schedule established for the position by the supervisor
  • Performs other duties as assigned or as the situation dictates within the scope of this classification
  • Special Qualifications :

    Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license.

    Pay Range : $28.13 Hourly

    Benefits : Not applicable to part-time / seasonal employment

    Who Can Apply : Any person who meets the qualifications and other requirements described in this posting.

    How to Apply : Completed City of Omaha employment applications must be submitted using the on-line application from the City website. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to check and ensure that any and all required application materials and supplemental forms are received by the City of Omaha Human Resources Department. You may confirm receipt of any materials and forms by contacting the Human Resources Department. If the materials are not received in the Human Resources Department, they will not be considered. There will be no exceptions to this rule.

    Examination Information : Not applicable to part-time / seasonal employment

    Veteran Points : Not applicable to part-time / seasonal employment

    Conditions of Employment : Candidates must provide proof of U.S. citizenship or proof of permanent residence or authorization to work. The City of Omaha reserves the right to conduct criminal history, driving record, reference and credit checks and a background investigation on applicants for employment. Successfully passing a criminal background review, reference check, and if applicable, a credit check, is required as a condition of employment. If applicable, the City will require that you successfully pass a review of the driver's license, driving abstract, a pre-employment drug test, a hearing test and a back screening examination as a condition of employment. Failure to provide the information requested in the application process in a truthful, accurate and complete manner may result in disqualification, revocation of conditional employment or termination.

    Reasonable Accommodation : The City of Omaha does not discriminate on the basis of disability. If you need a disability-related accommodation during the job application or selection process, advise the Human Resources Department at least 48 hours prior to the need by emailing employment@cityofomaha.org.

    For a complete job description please visit the City of Omaha's website at hr.cityofomaha.org / compensation

    Contact Points :

    City of Omaha Human Resources Department

    1819 Farnam St, Suite 506

    Omaha, NE 68183

    Phone : (402) 444-5300

    Fax : (402) 444-5314

    Website : hr.cityofomaha.org

    Email : employment@cityofomaha.org

    The City of Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Salary : $28

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