What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geographic Information System (GIS) Intern position at Washington County (MN)?
- Use geospatial data to complete assigned tasks using knowledge of Geographical Information Systems
- Have demonstrated knowledge of GIS software, the ArcGIS suite and ESRI
- Assist with the creation, maintenance, and updating of GIS databases and maps
- Perform allocated project tasks within time constraints, quality standards and department requirements
Post-secondary education in Geographic Information Systems
- Proficiency using ArcGIS Pro or ArcMap
- Knowledge of GIS database design and editing
- Experience working effectively with a team
ANTICIPATED HIRING RATE: $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly
E-Verify Participation: Washington County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Washington County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Washington County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.
E- Verify Participation Poster
Right to work Poster
Research and compile recreation data into a standard GIS format from across Washington County, MN. Publish GIS data using ArcGIS Online. Analyze data to improve park and bikeway information.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or G.E.D., with a minimum of one (1) year vocational or college course work in GIS, geography, or related field of study; or an equivalent combination of training and experience required to perform work.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience using Esri ArcGIS software (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and related apps) to create maps, edit data and perform spatial analysis tasks
Offers of employment will be contingent upon successfully passing a criminal history background check prior to beginning employment with Washington County.
Offers of employment will be contingent upon successfully passing a criminal history background check prior to beginning employment with Washington County.
CORE COMPETENCIES, JOB SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR SUCCESSFUL JOB PERFORMANCE Core Competencies outline essential business and professional traits necessary to perform this job.
- Promote a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace;
- Ability to understand and follow basic instructions;
- Ability to interact with the public in a friendly, professional manner.
- Demonstrates knowledge of GIS software, the ArcGIS Suite and ESRI
- Demonstrates knowledge of GIS technology principles and practices
- Demonstrates knowledge of coordinate systems, map projections, spatial topology, address geocoding and cartographic method
•Create and maintain data sets and metadata on the GIS system to ensure the availability of data to meet the user needs
•Manage geographic data and related attribute data for use in appropriate GIS applications
•Create complex maps for GIS clients
•Participate on assigned projects that involve GIS data.
May perform other duties as assigned.
All of the above are considered essential duties.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work will involve remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time, although the incumbent will need to move about inside the office to access files or equipment from time to time, and may occasionally need to travel to other sites to perform work or interact with other professionals. The ability to operate and interact with computers or other office equipment, via keyboard, mouse, touch screen, or other Human Interface Device (HID) is required. The incumbent will be exposed to noise and a regular flow of people around an office environment, assigned to changing priorities and occasionally required to work outside of typical business hours to meet project deadlines, or be available on an on-call basis for special projects or to provide support. Additional physical/mental requirements that occur may not be listed above, but are inherent in performing the position's essential functions.
This job description is intended to describe the kinds of tasks and level of work difficulty being performed by people assigned to this classification. The list of responsibilities is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The County retains the discretion to add or change the contents of this job description at any time.
Salary : $17 - $18
