GIS TECHNICIAN I

Job Summary

The GIS Technician I position is responsible for working alongside GIS staff members in a dynamic, challenging, and fun environment. This position is entry level and will work directly with the GIS Manager and GIS team members on several community outreach and real property projects.

Bristol Alliance of Companies (Bristol) is committed to building lasting relationships that reflect our hard work, ingenuity, and dedication to safety. Every employee has an impact on our success, which benefits the Native Culture, land, and people of the Bristol Bay region.

Our values: People, Communities, Reputation, Teamwork, Trust, and Truth.

Essential Functions

• Develop and maintain GIS datasets and linkages to various databases.
• Perform basic spatial analysis on data using GIS
• Read and interpret source documents, plat maps, property deeds, and legal descriptions.
• Enter required data into a standardized GIS database.
• Generate map documents that are incorporated into community outreach materials; and
• Communicate and work alongside GIS staff and other team members with varying short/long-term deliverable schedules.
• Must self-perform quality assurance of work product prior to technical review and be open and willing to receive feedback as a learning/growth mechanism.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills are a must.
• Proficiency with database management and queries.
• Must possess documentation, organization and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and quality, customer service skills and the ability to work well in a team environment are essential.
• Working knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, and techniques used in researching, delineating, mapping, and documenting real property.
• Established skills and experience in GIS and applications (Esri ArcGIS Pro, Arc GIS Desktop), including file management, and data compilation and editing procedures.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations and computations of real property.
• Ability in research of land surveys, real estate documents, and other land records.
• Ability to assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Ability to operate a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software; and
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS or related field.
• Provide documentation, such as a portfolio, of their work experience as part of the interview process.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with GIS, which may include class assignments, internships, or previous employment.
• Experience with GIS and applications (Esri ArcGIS Pro, Arc GIS Desktop), including file management, and data compilation and editing procedures.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Knowledge of the Spatial Data Standard for Infrastructure and Environment (SDSFIE) concepts.
• Experience with GIS databases (SDE) and versioning workflows; and
• Experience with basic scripting and programming.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Position is primarily based in an office environment, with occasional exposure to varying noise levels that may require clear and auditable communication.
• Position may involve working in conditions that require prolonged periods of sitting, frequent use of computers and office equipment and collaboration in shared workspaces.
• Position will involve exposure to standard office equipment factors such as printer toner, paper dust, artificial lighting, and temperature variations due to air conditioning or heating systems.
• Position requires close visual focus for tasks such as operating a computer, reviewing documents and performing detailed analytical work.

Physical Qualifications

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Mobility: must be able to stoop, kneel, reach, walk, lift, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions.
• Hearing: must be able to hear audible safety alarms.
• Visual Acuity: must be adequate to perform the above listed tasks in a safe manner and perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal and extensive reading.
• Lifting: must be able to exert up to 50pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Benefits

Excellent salary and benefits package to include paid time off, paid holidays, comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability insurance, and 401(k) plan with employer match.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Bristol companies are equal opportunity employers and offer any available positions to all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, parenthood, pregnancy, marital status, or changes in marital status, in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. This applies to recruitment, placement, pay, benefits, training, employment status changes, social and recreational programs, and other conditions and benefits of employment.

Bristol grants employment preference first to BBNC and Choggiung shareholders, their spouses, or descendants, and second to Alaska Native Corporation shareholders in accordance with P.L. 93-638.

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This job description is not a contract or employment. It does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. All employment with Bristol is “at-will” which means that Bristol or employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause.

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