GIS Technician (onsite/no Remote Work)

ZipRecruiter; Pala (CA); Remote; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a GIS Technician to support their GIS program. This role involves maintaining GIS data, performing fieldwork, and assisting with data integrity and verification. The ideal candidate will have an associate's degree or GIS certificate, strong problem-solving skills, and experience with ESRI software. Join a dedicated team focused on serving the community and enjoy a supportive work environment that values collaboration and innovation. If you are passionate about GIS and eager to contribute to meaningful projects, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or GIS certificate required.
• Knowledge of ESRI software and GPS equipment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining the Tribe's GIS program and data integrity.
• Perform fieldwork and collect GPS data as needed.
• Create and manage GIS datasets and maps.

Skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

GPS equipment usage

GIS data management

Data verification

Basic cartography

Education

Associate's degree in GIS

GIS certificate

Tools

ESRI ArcGIS Pro

Trimble Access

Microsoft Excel

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

Pala Band of Mission Indians

Human Resources PMB 50, 35008 Pala Temecula Rd PALA, CA 92059

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: GIS Technician

Department/Division: GIS

Status: Hourly / Full-Time / DOE

Supervisor: GIS Director

Subordinates: None

POSITION SUMMARY:

The GIS Technician works under the supervision of the GIS Director and is tasked with assisting in maintaining the Tribe's GIS program. Collects, maintains, distributes and fulfills requests for GIS data and maps from tribal departments and tribal members.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in entering and maintaining GIS data, data dictionary, map requests and projects.
• Maintains existing GIS data; feature classes, associated tables and geodatabases.
• Creates new GIS data/datasets as needed through various methods such as manual data entry / georeferencing / digitizing from paper records.
• Performs fieldwork; collects GPS data, verifies GIS data and collects other data as needed.
• Maintains data integrity through data verification, quality assurance and quality control.
• Scans and organizes paper records / digital records.
• Participates in maintaining the tribe's enterprise geodatabase and GIS web portal.
• Migrates created data into the tribe's enterprise geodatabase for use by tribal departments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, CERTIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES:

• An associate's degree or GIS certificate from an accredited US college or university.
• Ability to independently problem-solve; research and learn new workflows / skills on-the-fly as needed.
• Ability to work as a team player.
• Ability to use GPS equipment and complementary software such as Trimble Access.
• Knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS for Server, Portal for ArcGIS, ESRI Field Maps, Survey123, ArcGIS Dashboards and Microsoft Excel. Knowledge of AutoCAD is a plus.
• Knowledge of map production and basic cartography.
• Knowledge of geodatabase creation, schema design and functionality including relationships, domains, subtypes, attribute rules, topologies and networks.
• Knowledge of working in a versioned enterprise geodatabase environment.
• Knowledge of GIS workstations and peripheral scanning and plotting equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Major course work in Geographic Information Systems at an accredited college or university. An AA degree, Certificate in GIS, ESRI course completion, and/or prior GIS work experience.
• Must have a valid California Driver's License.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Walking, bending and lifting up to 25lbs. will be required.
• Must acknowledge and agree to maintain a Drug-Free workplace (including marijuana) as a condition of employment with the Pala Band of Mission Indians. Must pass pre-employment and random drug testing during employment.
• Indian preference will apply. The Pala Band of Mission Indians will give hiring preference to fully qualified applicants that are Pala Tribal Members. Pala Band of Mission Indians is an equal opportunity employer.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

All employees are expected to follow the Tribal Personnel Policies and Procedures of the Pala Band of Mission Indians and must adhere to any additional applicable addendums.

HOW TO APPLY:

PLEASE SUBMIT A RESUME AND/OR APPLICATION TO:

Pala Band of Mission Indians

Human Resources Department

PMB#50 35008 Pala Temecula Road

Pala, CA 92059

Apply online at http://www.palatribe.com/community/jobs/

Email [e-mail]

Fax Resume: 1-760-888-1980

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED