GIS ENGINEER

Salary: $7,996.31 - $10,466.90 Monthly
Location : Cathedral City, CA
Job Type: FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE
Job Number: 26-22
Department: Information Technology
Opening Date: 06/10/2026
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NON-REP


Description
(The salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on the position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization).

CLOSING DATE

This recruitment will remain open until sufficient qualified applications are received and may close without prior notice.
It is in the candidate's best interest to apply immediately!
THE POSITION

Under general supervision, assists in the development and maintenance of all facets of a City-wide Geographic Information System (GIS); works closely with various City departments to assist and coordinate in the development of GIS applications that facilitate the operational and customer service needs of the department; acts as a project leader for GIS assignments; performs high level spatial analytical work; develops, writes, tests, and implements GIS software; performs complex database manipulation; develops and maintains City base map and associated layers; assists in the training of staff and users; and performs other work as assigned.


KNOWLEDGE AND APPLICATION OF

Principles and techniques of GIS; GIS software; spatial analysis and statistics, programming languages and relational databases; principles of map design; methods for importing and exporting data between GIS and other computer systems; projections and survey coordinate systems. At least two of the following GIS programs: ArcGIS (ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Online) or other GIS Application such as GeoCortex); at least one of the following programming languages: Visual Basic, VBA, VB.NET, C#.NET, C++, or a scripting language (such as python or VB script); SQL (Structured Query Language); at least one of the following database programs: Microsoft SQL Server, and Microsoft Access; Windows operating system; AutoCAD, GPS, and tax parcel recording process.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of training and experience that provides the above listed knowledge, skills and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way of qualifying would be:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Geographic Information Systems, Geography, or related field and
• Two years of recent experience working with a variety of GIS applications, preferably in local (municipal) government OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Licenses, Certificates or Special Requirements: Possession of a valid California Class "C" Driver's License. Must be able to pass a police background check.

CANDIDATE SELECTION PROCESS

1. Application Review: A completed City of Cathedral City employment application is required. Resumes may be attached, but are not accepted in lieu of application. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification. Application review will begin immediately and will be screened on basis of relevant education, training and experience.
2. Examination Phase: Based upon the information presented on the application, a limited number of candidates who possess qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. Candidates must be successful in each of the test components.
3. Establishment of Eligibility List: Candidates who successfully complete the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list pending further review by the department head and other qualifying procedures. This eligibility list maybe used for future vacancies in other departments.
Notifications will be sent by email only (regardless of the notification preference selected during the online application process) to the email address listed on your on-line application.
All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully passing all components of the pre-employment process which may include, but is not limited to: comprehensive background check, criminal history check (live scan finger print check), and post-offer medical evaluation with a drug screen.

Why join Cathedral City? We offer paid health, dental, and vision plans; CalPERS benefits; deferred compensation match; paid holiday, sick, and vacation time; educational reimbursement; wellness reimbursement; educational incentives; and much more!

What's Next? Apply today and share this posting with anyone else who may be interested!
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, partial information, and reference to resume or application may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

• YES
• NO

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Do you have a valid California "Class C" driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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Please indicate the highest level of formal education you have completed.

• Master's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Associate's degree
• High school diploma

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If you possess a degree, please indicate the area of emphasis.

• Computer Science
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Geography
• Related field

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How many years of recent experience working with a variety of GIS applications, do you possess? Note: experience must also be listed on your application.

• Three (3) years or more
• Two (2) to three (3) years
• One (1) to two (2) years

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Do you have local (municipal) government experience? Note, experience must also be listed on your application.

• Yes
• No

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Acknowledgement: This position requires access to confidential information. The selected candidate must be able to pass a police background check.

• I acknowledge

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