GIS Technician

City of Santa Fe Springs; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan (IMRF)

Job summary

The City of Geneva is seeking a rising GIS Technician to support the GIS Division in Public Works. Under the GIS Coordinator, you will maintain GIS databases, create maps, and support multiple city departments with spatial data and tools.

Key duties include data collection via surveys and UAS, drafting with CAD, and building workflows to improve efficiency. A Bachelor's degree with GIS experience and ArcGIS knowledge are required; FAA Part 107 is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geography, Geology, Environmental Science or related field.
• 2–3 years of progressively responsible GIS data management experience.
• Solid mapping and cartographic principles, spatial transformations, scale, and database management.
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS.

Responsibilities

• Collect, update and maintain city GIS data and databases.
• Create and modify maps using GIS data and systems.
• Prepare drawings and imagery using CAD, web apps, dashboards and surveys.
• Assist GIS Coordinator in deploying GIS solutions for city departments and residents.
• Collect data via surveying and UAS flights.
• Develop scripts and ArcGIS tasks to streamline workflows.

Skills

GIS data management

Cartography

Data analysis

Surveying

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geography/Geology/Environmental Science

FAA UAS Remote Pilot (Part 107) license

Tools

ArcGIS

CAD

Web apps & dashboards

Job description

Description

The City of Geneva is seeking a rising GIS Technician to support our GIS Division at Public Works. Under the general supervision of the GIS Coordinator, this position is responsible for gathering, maintaining and updating GIS data and software pertaining to significant utilities and operations city-wide. Not only is this a key support position for our Water, Wastewater, Electric and Street divisions, but it also provides support to our Police, Fire and other departments at City Hall.

Examples of Duties

• Collect, update and maintain network data for city managed databases.
• Create new and modify existing maps utilizing various GIS data and systems.
• Prepare detailed drawings and imagery using CAD, web apps, dashboards, asset surveys, etc.
• Assist the GIS Coordinator in deploying GIS solutions to meet the need of city departments and residents.
• Collect data by surveying, utilizing UAS flights, and other various methods.
• Streamline workflows and improve efficiency by creating scripts and ArcGIS tasks.
• Analyze data, processes and final output to make recommendations regarding improvements and efficiency.
• Maintain new and historic utility developments and data and make updates to internal and external websites accordingly.
• Provide technical support for GIS-related problems. Carryout training and inform staff of usage and abilities pertaining to GIS capabilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Geography, Geology, Environmental Science or related field;
• Two to three years of progressively responsible experience working with GIS database systems
• Solid principles of mapping and cartographic techniques and practices, including coordinate systems, geographic transformations, scale, map design and database management.
• Working knowledge and experience with ArcGIS

Certifications And Licenses

• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• FAA UAS Remote Pilot (Part 107) License, or ability to obtain

Other combinations of education and experience that provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may be considered.

Supplemental Information

The regular hours for this position are 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday - Friday.

The City of Geneva is an exceptional place to start and grow your career. Every position contributes to keeping our community vibrant and adding to the quality of life for residents and visitors. As an employee, you come to work every day making a difference. We offer competitive pay, generous paid time off, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and more. Additionally, employees are eligible to participate in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) along with other advantageous retirement savings options.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 40 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.

The City of Geneva is an Equal Opportunity Employer.