GIS Technician

City of Lenexa, Kansas; Lenexa (KS); On-site; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lenexa is seeking a GIS Technician to support city infrastructure through GIS data management and analysis. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and experience with GIS software. This role involves both fieldwork and data management to ensure accurate geographic information for city assets.

Benefits

Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance

Free or low-cost on-site medical clinic

4% employer retirement contribution with optional 2% match

10 paid holidays per year

Minimum 2 weeks of vacation during first year

Paid sick leave and personal leave

Six weeks of paid parental leave

City-paid short-term and long-term disability plans

Tuition reimbursement up to $4,500 per year

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience and training in GIS software preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain GIS data and cartographic output for city infrastructure.
• Collect and assess data for City assets in the field.
• Create and update complex maps using GIS software.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in geography, GIS, cartography, civil engineering, or computer science

Tools

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

The City of Lenexa is currently accepting applications for a GIS Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will be:

• Accurate and detail-focused, with a passion for using GIS to support city infrastructure
• Comfortable working both in the field and at a computer to collect and update data
• Works well with others, enjoys solving problems, and wants to make a difference in the community

Position Summary

The GIS Technician performs technical work in developing and maintaining data in the City of Lenexa's Asset Management and GIS systems, working closely with Municipal Services staff. This position is responsible for creating and maintaining the Geographic Information System (GIS) data and cartographic output of the Infrastructure Asset Management System. Work is performed with considerable latitude to exercise independent judgment and action in supporting the development, maintenance and application of the City's GIS and Asset Management Systems.

Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities

• Uses ArcGIS and asset management software to maintain current and accurate geographic information and attribute data for City-owned infrastructure.
• Collects and assesses data of current condition for City assets in the field with handheld GPS devices or verifying and updating attribute information for City assets on a desktop computer.
• Utilizes Arc GIS and asset management software to create and update complex maps and/or performs complex spatial analyses to provide decision support related to the Municipal Services Department and various other departments within the City of Lenexa.
• Designs, implements and maintains GIS data collection processes and applications to support asset management.
• Maintains the geographic database (both graphic and non-graphic) for the Asset Management System. This may be accomplished by digitizing, data translation from other graphic and non-graphic sources such as AutoCAD, digital data collectors, database files, officially approved plans or interpreting and researching legal documents. Evaluates data set accuracy and follows through with possible corrective actions.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree in geography, GIS, cartography, civil engineering, computer science or related field, OR 2-3 years experience and training in GIS software (preferably ESRI ArcGIS) and necessary hardware.

Environmental and Physical Factors

This position requires the ability to collect asset information in an outdoor setting. The position will frequently require the ability to traverse and work on uneven terrain and in various weather conditions. Mobility is also required to work at computer stations located throughout the City. Other requirements include the ability to sit for prolonged periods; the ability and strength to lift and move up to 25 lbs.; and visual acuity to review alphanumeric data.

Compensation range is$24.64 to$28.56dependent on qualifications and directly related experience. In addition to competitive compensation packages, the City of Lenexa offers comprehensive benefits including:

• Low-cost premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Free or low-cost on-site medical clinic
• 4% employer retirement contribution with optional 2% match
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Minimum 2 weeks of vacation during first year
• Paid sick leave and personal leave (bonus personal leave during first year)
• Six weeks of paid parental leave
• City-paid short-term and long-term disability plans
• Tuition reimbursement up to $4,500 per year

City of Lenexa strives to be an inclusive place to work. Offers of employment are conditioned upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check. Candidates with prior criminal convictions are encouraged to submit applications for positions where they meet the minimum and/or desired qualifications and will not automatically be excluded from the recruitment process.

At the City of Lenexa, our employees are dedicated to the City’s core values – integrity, service, teamwork, dedication, vision and caring. We all chip in and roll up our sleeves to deliver exceptional customer service. You’ll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects that impact and support the community we serve.

To apply please complete an online application to start your application. Please attach a resume reflecting your work history. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.