GIS Intern

POSITION OBJECTIVE

This position will remain open until filled, with the first review of applications being February 2nd

The GIS Intern will perform entry-level to semi-skilled office and field tasks related to the operation and maintenance of the City of Rosemount’s GIS functions and asset management systems. This temporary position will work 30-40 hours per week approximately May through August.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Collect and enter geospatial and attribute data in the office and field with GPS, ESRI ArcGIS, and asset-management hardware, software, and mobile applications

· Create, edit, and update features in geodatabases and shapefiles

· Scan and relate plans, manuals, etc. to GIS assets

· Perform other work related to the operation and maintenance of the City's GIS, GIS applications, and asset management systems.

Minimum Qualifications

· High school diploma or G.E.D., with a minimum of one (1) year vocational or college course work in GIS Geography, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field of study; or an equivalent combination of training and experience required to perform work.

· Candidates should meet one of the following criteria:

o Currently enrolled in an accredited college program;

o Eligible to receive a degree/certificate following the completion of the internship, or

o Have recently graduated with a related degree or certificate

· Valid Driver's License

Desirable Qualifications

· Basic knowledge of Public Works infrastructure: underground utility piping, pavements, structures and appurtenances

· Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and drawings

· Ability to read and interpret legal property descriptions

· Excellent research, writing, and communication skills

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

· Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products

· Working knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS desktop 10.x and ArcGIS Online

· Desire to learn on the job

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

· Ability to operate a City vehicle

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. The employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, hand, feel or operate objects; and reach out with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee can occasionally be required to stand for extended periods of time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Noise level in the work environment is usually fairly quiet while in the office, although the ability to work with constant noise distractions is required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed and are not all inclusive. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job may change.

The statements in this class description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Salary : $18 - $20