GIS Technician (37736)

Agua Caliente Band Of Cahuilla Indians; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians in Palm Springs, CA, is seeking a GIS Analyst to create cartographic products, manage geospatial data, and perform spatial analysis.

You will collect data from multiple sources, run QA/QC on metadata, and produce maps and reports for tribal government staff, while staying current with GIS technology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geography or related field is required.
• At least two years of practical work experience using ESRI software.
• Proficient with ArcGIS Pro 3.0+ and ArcGIS Online/Portal.
• Working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office.
• GPS data collection experience is preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality cartographic products for paper and online distribution.
• Create, edit, and QA/QC geospatial data including metadata documentation.
• Perform spatial analysis on GIS data.
• Create statistical summaries, reports, and other GIS products.
• Collect data and information from various sources for GIS databases.
• Data verification and field work which may entail GPS.
• Provide maps to meet Tribal government staff expectations.
• Manage recurring and as-needed data and map requests.
• Assist with IT, database, and GIS systems maintenance.
• Maintain knowledge of GIS innovations and hardware/software.

Skills

Geospatial analysis

GPS data collection

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Geography or related field

Tools

ArcGIS Pro 3.0+

ArcGIS Online/Portal

Windows OS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Come work for the leading employer in the Coachella Valley. Agua Caliente offers a comprehensive benefit and compensation package that includes rich medical and dental benefits, a 401k plan with employer match, more than 3 weeks of paid time off per year for newly hired employees, and other great benefits like food and beverage discounts at our three casinos, fuel discounts, tuition and wellness reimbursement, plus much, more.

WHO ARE WE:

The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians is a federally recognized Indian Tribe located in Palm Springs, California, with 32,000 acres of reservation lands that spread across Palm Springs, Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, and into the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto mountains. The Tribe currently owns and operates two 18-hole championship golf courses, 3 casinos located in Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, and downtown Palm Springs, two world class spas, and a fuel station. For more information about the Tribe, visit www.aguacaliente-nsn.gov.

Job Description Summary

The primary responsibilities of this position will include creating high-quality cartographic products; creating, collecting, and editing geospatial data; performing spatial data analysis; creating statistical summaries and reports; and maintaining metadata documentation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES And RESPONSIBILITIES (other Duties May Be Assigned)

• Produce high-quality cartographic products for paper and online distribution.
• Create, edit, and QA/QC geospatial data including metadata documentation.
• Perform spatial analysis on GIS data.
• Create statistical summaries, reports, and other GIS products.
• Collect data and information from a variety of sources for the development and maintenance of the GIS databases.
• Data verification and field work which may entail the use of GPS technology.
• Provide data or maps to meet expectations of Tribal government staff.
• Manage reoccurring and as-needed data and map requests.
• Assist with the maintenance of IT, database, and GIS systems.
• Maintain a personal knowledge of GIS innovations and related hardware/software matters.
• Provides excellent guest service to both guest and internal clients.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

ACCESS TO SENSITIVE AREAS AND INFORMATION

Department files

Confidential and sensitive information

KEYS

GIS Office Keys

Department Keys

SIGNATORY ABILITY

None

Qualifications

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree in Geography, or related field, with major course work in Geographic Information Systems is required, or;
• At least two (2) years of practical work experience using ESRI software is required. A GIS certificate from an accredited university or community college can substitute for one year of work experience in GIS;
• Proficient in the use of ESRI suite of products: ArcGIS Pro 3.0 or later, ArcGIS Online and/or Portal for ArcGIS.
• Working knowledge of PC applications: Windows and Microsoft Office (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word).
• Hands-on experience with GPS technology and field collection techniques is desired.
• Excellent problem solving, time management and verbal/written communication skills including ability to communicate effectively with external and internal customers.
• Ability to work as a member of a team and work with tight deadlines.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

To perform this job successfully the individual must be able to sit, stand, walk, and use hands to type, reach, talk, and hear and an ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds. Typically, the individual will be housed in an office environment, but may occasionally be exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.