GIS Assistant II

CSU, Chico Research Foundation; Chico (CA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid life insurance

Long-term disability

Health, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Chico State Enterprises is seeking a GIS-support associate to work closely with the GIS analyst and project manager on geospatial projects in Chico, CA. Duties include data input, GIS development support, GPS data collection, and metadata updates.

Requirements include enrollment in a GIS certificate/degree program and at least six months GIS-related experience; familiarity with ESRI tools, databases, and GPS equipment is expected. Partial telecommuting is possible.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in or completion of a GIS certificate or degree program.
• Requires a minimum of six months of GIS-related experience.
• Knowledge of ESRI products; relational databases; GPS tech.

Responsibilities

• Support GIS development and data input/maintenance for the Center.
• Assist with various GIS projects and with collecting and processing GPS data.
• Help project managers with scanning, data entry, data analysis, metadata updates.
• Produce basic cartographic outputs.

Skills

Geospatial data handling

ESRI GIS software

Data entry and maintenance

Communication skills

Independent work / self-learning

Time management

Education

GIS certificate or degree program enrollment

Tools

ESRI GIS software

GPS equipment

Relational databases

Job description

Office Hours

8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Monday–Friday

Mailing Address

Chico State Enterprises
25 Main Street, Suite 203
Chico, CA 95928-5388

STATUS:

Full-Time / Benefited / Hourly / Non-Exempt

COMPENSATION:

$18.50 - $20.46 per hour

DEPARTMENT:

North State Planning and Development Collective (NSPDC)

LOCATION:

Chico, CA - This position is eligible for partial telecommuting.

RECRUITMENT ID:

471

RESIDENCY:

Candidate must be a California resident. Chico State Enterprises is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e., H-1B Visas).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Working closely with the GIS analyst and under the general supervision of the project manager, the incumbent works on various geospatial projects. Examples of duties include supporting GIS development; data input and maintenance for the Center; assisting with a multitude of GIS projects; assisting with collecting and processing GPS data; assisting project managers with scanning, data entry, data analysis, and metadata development and updates; and assisting with basic cartographic output.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

Enrollment in or completion of a certificate or degree program in GIS. Requires a minimum of six months of experience working in a GIS position or related fieldwork on GIS projects.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities include:

• Experience with ESRI products and other enabling technologies;
• Good understanding of relational databases;
• Familiarity with GPS technology and equipment;
• Good organizational skills;
• Ability to prioritize tasks;
• Ability to adjust to change in a fast paced, constantly changing environment (i.e., work environment and technology);
• Ability to work within deadlines;
• Ability to function cooperatively and productively as a member of a unit;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with GIS staff;
• Ability to follow directions and demonstrate a willingness to learn;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to be a self-learner, solve problems, and work independently with minimal supervision.

BENEFITS:

Benefits for employees working 30 hours or more per week include employer paid life insurance ($50,000) and long-term disability; options for health, dental, and vision insurance; FSA; paid holidays including 1 personal holiday; vacation accrual (initially 10 days/year); sick leave accrual (up to 12 days/year); employer contributions to a 403(b) retirement plan (up to 8%).

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Chico State Enterprises provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. It is Chico State Enterprises' policy to hire only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All new employees must provide proof of identity and authorization to work.