GIS SPECIALIST
City Of Walla Walla
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Job summary
The City of Walla Walla seeks a GIS support specialist to assist in maintaining the Geographic Information System and support GIS operations for the City; supply related GIS information to internal and external customers.
Under the GIS Supervisor, you will help with GIS tasks, data collection, reporting, and user support across departments, ensuring accurate data and timely responses to requests.
Qualifications
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent and Associate’s degree in GIS technology.
- Two (2) years increasingly responsible experience with GIS and GPS systems.
- Valid State driver's license.
Responsibilities
- Assist in use of GIS systems and products among field and office personnel throughout City departments.
- Research and prepare, digitize, and input information into the GIS systems.
- Perform programming to assist in the development and support of GIS.
- Create reports, maps and other products for agency departments using GIS system technology; provide information and support for GIS users.
- Collect and maintain data using the GPS system. Ensure GPS system is properly maintained.
- Respond to and assemble GIS information requests from the public, contractors, and other agencies; interpret information to satisfy requests.
- Audit and maintain standards for GIS databases.
- Ability to manage and report on multiple projects.
- Basic GIS analysis experience.
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Education
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Job description
Assist in maintaining the Geographic Information System (GIS) and support the GIS operations for the City; supply related GIS information to internal and external customers.
FIRST REVIEW DATE: October 2, 2026
Assist in maintaining the Geographic Information System (GIS) and support the GIS operations for the City; supply related GIS information to internal and external customers.
General direction and oversight are provided by the GIS Supervisor.
- Employees of the City of Walla Walla are expected to model and foster the City’s core values: Service - Integrity - Collaboration - Equity - Leadership – Community
- Assist in use of GIS systems and products among field and office personnel throughout City departments.
- Research and prepare, digitize, and input information into the GIS systems.
- Perform programming to assist in the development and support of GIS.
- Utilize system computers, software, and programming skills to support and maintain the GIS, and network systems; respond to requests for computer support from other Divisions.
- Create reports, maps and other products for agency departments using GIS system technology; provide information and support for GIS users.
- Collect and maintain data using the GPS system. Ensure GPS system is properly maintained.
- Respond to and assemble sewer, storm, water, planning services, and related GIS information requests from the public, contractors, and other agencies; assemble, evaluate, and interpret information to assure compliance to the customer requests.
- Audit and maintain standards for various databases associated with GIS.
- Ability to manage and accurately report on multiple projects.
- Basic GIS analysis experience.
- Demonstrate punctual, regular, and reliable attendance which is essential for successful job performance.
- Present a positive, professional image; maintain cooperative and effective working relationships; assure excellent customer service with internal and external customers.
- Execute assignments, projects, and job responsibilities efficiently and within defined timeframes; work independently and effectively with little direction.
- Demonstrate good judgment and employ critical thinking to execute duties, identify issues, seek solutions, and recommend improvements in support of departmental goals.
- Provide assistance to staff and higher-level management; participate in resolving operational or interpersonal concerns; participate in training, meetings, and on committees as assigned.
- Respect the value of diversity in the workplace and the community.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Geographic Information System concepts, programs, methodology, and implementation.
- Training and experience using Esri ArcGIS Pro desktop software.
- Training and experience using Esri ArcGIS Enterprise Portal Environment (ArcGIS On-line).
- Training and experience using Esri Web Maps.
- Training and experience using Esri Field Maps mobile software. Experience using Trimble GPS survey software with Esri Field Maps.
- Municipal code and standard plans for the City; laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities; City/County organization, operations, policies, procedures, and objectives.
- Principles and practices of civil engineering, field surveying, field-to-office data collection, computer-aided mapping, and computer-aided design.
- Read, review, and understand engineering plans and specifications; interpret plans and survey notes.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing; develop written reports; maintain records.
- Maintain the GIS maps and database and records of GIS source documents.
- Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
- Develop methodology, analyze user needs and produce special data products.
Esri ArcGIS Pro Desktop software, Esri ArcGIS Enterprise Portal Environment (ArcGIS On-line), Esri Field Maps Mobile software, Esri GIS Web Maps, VertiGIS GIS Web Maps, Office 365 MS Office suite, Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) Systems.
Sitting and standing for extended periods of time; seeing, hearing, and speaking to exchange information; repetitive hand movements; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard; intermittently stand, walk, kneel down, stoop, bend at the waist, and lift up to 20 pounds; outdoor exposure to seasonal conditions and inclement weather.
Indoor and outdoor environment; driving a vehicle to conduct work; subject to seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions.
High school diploma, GED or equivalent, and Associate’s degree in GIS technology. Two (2) years increasingly responsible experience with GIS and GPS systems. Consideration may be given to any combination equivalent to training and/or job experience that provides the required knowledge and skills. Valid State driver's license.
Bachelor’s degree in GIS technology or related field. Experience with GIS technology and enterprise asset management systems integrated with GIS. Bilingual in Spanish.
Remote interview can be coordinated however final candidates will be required to have an in-person on site ArcGIS Pro intermediate level proficiency test.
Summary Of Benefits
The benefits listed below are those currently enjoyed by full-time AFSCME 1191W (American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees) City of Walla Walla employees. It is important to remember that over the course of time these benefits may change - they are not permanent. Benefits may change through the City Council or administrative action, contracts or changes mandated by state and federal law.
Employees are eligible the first of the month following the first day of employment.
Employees and all eligible dependents are covered for Medical, Dental, and Vision for only $231.03/month.
Medical – 4 plans to select from:
- Regence Blue Shield HealthFirst 250
- Kaiser (HMO) 200
High-Deductible Plans – eligible for H.S.A (City annually contributes $750 for an individual and $1500 for a family)
- Regence Blue Shield High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
- Kaiser High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) HMO
— Delta Dental of Washington PPO. $2,000 per year max; Class I, II and III no deductible. Orthodontia paid at 50% max lifetime payment of $1,500 per covered member.
— VSP and AWC Plan B. Well Vision Exam every 12 months - $0 copay. Prescription glasses $10 copay, plus various allowances for frames, lenses, and contacts.
Employees are eligible the first of the month following the first day of employment.
City paid: $50,000 Basic Life Insurance and $50,000 AD&DD coverage.
Employee Voluntary: Supplemental Life/AD&DD and Long-Term Disability coverage available at low premiums.
Employees are eligible with their first paycheck upon enrollment. No vesting requirements.
The City will match an employee’s monthly contribution up to 3.5% of the employee’s monthly base rate of pay. Three options include Baker Boyer Bank - BPAS, MissionSquare, or the Washington State Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). Employee contribution options for pre-tax and Roth.
AFSCME employees (except for Emergency Services Dispatchers) are members of the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). The City and the employee both contribute toward the plan. PERS provides regular retirement and disability retirement benefits. Rates effective as of 07/01/2025. (www.drs.wa.gov)
Plan II
5.38%
Plan II
5.58%
Employee Choice
5.58%
hired after June 1, 2024, will be enrolled into Public Safety Employees’ Retirement System (PSERS) Plan 2 retirement program through DRS.
Plan II 6.91% 7.11%
On January 1, each employee is eligible for 11 paid holidays per year as outlined below. Employees hired during the year are eligible for any remaining holidays following their start date.
- New Year’s Day
- Labor Day
- Martin Luther King Day
- Veterans Day
- President’s Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Memorial Day
- Day after Thanksgiving Day
- Juneteenth
- Christmas Day
- Independence Day
On January 1, each employee shall grant thirty-two (32) floating holidays. Employees hired during the year shall receive prorated floating holiday hours following their start date. Floating holidays must be used by year-end or will be forfeited.
Full-time employees earn vacation leave in increments as outlined below. Vacation leave may be used as accumulated after completion of the initial (6) six months of employment. As of December 31st, no employee shall have an accumulated amount of vacation leave in excess of 240 hours. Additionally, employees may elect to cash out up to forty (40) hours of vacation time each year, provided the employee has taken forty (40) hours of vacation during the preceding calendar year.
0 – 4 years: 6.67 hours
5 – 9 years: 10 hours
10 – 15 years: 13.33 hours
16+ years: 16.67 hours
All Full-time Employees Earn 8 Hours Of Sick Leave Per Month To a Maximum Accrual Of 960 Hours. The City Also Offers a Sick Leave Cash-out Policy Of 25% Of Hours Over 960 At Year-end, And a Sick Leave Conversion Policy As Outlined Below
Hours Earned Converted to Vacation
480 Hours: 1.33 Hours per Month
720 Hours: 2.67 Hours per Month
960 Hours: 4.00 Hours per Month
AFSCME employees will be paid longevity pay as outlined below:
- 5 years of service: $40/per month
- 10 years of service: $50/per month
- 15 years of service: $60/per month
An employee's longevity shall be adjusted for periods of leave of absence without pay. Longevity shall be determined by continuous employment. Continuous employment shall be recognized as a period of employment without a break in service. All credit toward longevity shall terminate upon the employee's termination from City service, except for vacation accrual if an employee is rehired within one (1) year of separation.
The City has received the AWC WellCity Award since 2014, which provides a 2% reduction in health insurance premiums. The City's Wellness Committee promotes healthy lifestyles, wise consumption of health care services, and mental, spiritual, and physical well-being. This committee sponsors numerous activities to encourage personal and professional health.
An Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) is provided by the City to assist you and family members, providing counseling and treatment in such areas as stress, drug and alcohol abuse and family counseling.
In An Effort To Ensure All Employees Work Safe And Go Home Safe, We Expect Our Employees To Comply With All Applicable Safety Practices And Policies, Including Those Established By OSHA/DOSH/WISHA Regulations And By The City's Accident Prevention Plan. This Includes But Is Not Limited To Actively Identifying And Correcting Potential Hazards That May Affect Coworkers And Public Safety. All Employees Are Expected To Lead By Example To Promote a Positive Culture Of Workplace Safety Through Everyday Actions. The City Of Walla Walla Is Committed To Providing a Work Environment That
- Is free of all recognized hazards.
- Promotes safe and healthy tasks and workplaces.
- Values and encourages worker input in all jobs regarding task/facility enhancements.
- Is insistent on the full reporting and investigation of all incidents, i.e., injuries/ illnesses, property accidents and all near misses.
- Is performed by workers and supervisors, who are trained in all operational safety aspects of their jobs, (both mandated by the applicable Washington State requirements and those of the City of Walla Walla’s policies and procedures).
- Bilingual Incentive - 3%
- Aflac Insurance
- YMCA Membership – Corporate Discount
- Direct Deposit (payday is the 3rd working day following the last day of the month)
Salary Schedules, The City’s Personnel Policy Manual, Civil Service Rules And Regulations, And The AFSCME 1191W Collective Bargaining Agreement Can Be Found In The Following Links
- https://www.wallawallawa.gov/government/human-resources/contracts-salaries
- https://www.wallawallawa.gov/government/human-resources/personnel-policies-civil-service-rules
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