GIS Technician: Cartography & Spatial Data Specialist

Agua Caliente Casinos; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Agua Caliente Casinos is seeking a GIS Specialist to create cartographic products for print and online distribution, edit and QA/QC geospatial data, and perform spatial analyses. You will collect data from diverse sources, maintain GIS databases, and support tribal government staff with maps and data requests.

The role requires a Geography/GIS degree with ESRI software experience; GPS fieldwork is preferred, along with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geography or related field with GIS coursework.
• At least two years of practical experience using ESRI software; a GIS certificate can substitute for one year.
• Proficient in ESRI ArcGIS Pro 3.0+ and ArcGIS Online/Portal.
• Working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office.
• Hands-on GPS field collection experience desired.
• Excellent problem solving, time management and verbal/written communication skills.
• Ability to work as a team member and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality cartographic products for print and online distribution.
• Create, edit, and QA/QC geospatial data including metadata documentation.
• Perform spatial analysis on GIS data.
• Create statistical summaries and reports.
• Collect data from multiple sources for GIS databases.
• Data verification and GPS fieldwork when needed.
• Provide maps to Tribal government staff and meet expectations.
• Manage recurring data and map requests.
• Assist with IT, database and GIS system maintenance.
• Stay informed on GIS innovations and hardware/software trends.
• Deliver excellent guest service to internal clients.

Skills

GPS fieldwork

Teamwork

Communication skills

Problem solving

Windows OS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geography or related field

GIS certificate substitution for 1 year

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online/Portal

Job description

Agua Caliente Casinos is seeking a GIS Specialist to create cartographic products for print and online distribution, edit and QA/QC geospatial data, and perform spatial analyses. You will collect data from diverse sources, maintain GIS databases, and support tribal government staff with maps and data requests.

The role requires a Geography/GIS degree with ESRI software experience; GPS fieldwork is preferred, along with strong communication and teamwork skills.