GIS Technician

Spatial Data Technician

Under general supervision, performs technical duties related to the collection, maintenance, and presentation of spatial data.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Uses a computer to collect and maintain spatial data of operational importance to the City of Casa Grande.
• Assists with the maintenance of enterprise spatial databases.
• Assists with the implementation and maintenance of enterprise-grade software applicable to Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
• Maintains secure and accurate spatial data with an emphasis on addresses and streets.
• Creates professional maps as requested by staff and executive management.
• Assists with the promotion and use of GIS inside the City of Casa Grande.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Supervision exercised: None

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience: Associate Degree or equivalent course work at a technical or vocational school in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geography, Computer Science or closely related field, OR two (2) years of technical experience in working with GIS; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements: Valid State of Arizona Driver's License. This position also supports public safety personnel and systems. Employee will need to maintain Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS) Network Terminal Operator: Technical – Level D certification with the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) after hire.

Supplemental Information

Necessary Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Structured Query Language (SQL).
• Knowledge of enterprise-grade spatial software products.
• Knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS Online and Software as a Service (SaaS) hosted cloud architecture.
• Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) spatial data concepts with an emphasis on topology, linear referencing, spatial statistics, cartography, geographic coordinate systems, and projected coordinate systems.
• Skill in researching public records with an emphasis on site plans, recorded plats, land use, public infrastructure, and Civil Engineering as-builts.
• Skill in creating and standardizing spatial data.
• Skill in creating and maintaining process documentation relevant to GIS.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative partnerships with internal departments and external agencies.
• Skill in communicating effectively orally and in writing.

Physical Demands / Work Environment: Standard office environment with occasional outside work. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as needed. The City does not hire at the top of the range. Candidate may start above the beginning of the range depending on qualifications.