GIS Technician I / Intern (20577750) Job at CalOpps, Sacramento, CA

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  • CalOpps
  • Sacramento, CA

Job Description

Location

655 N. Pioneer Avenue Woodland, 95776

Description

THE POSITION

Under general supervision, perform a variety of technical duties in support of the City's information   technology division; assist in the maintenance and administration of the day-to-day operations of the City’s Geographical Information Systems (GIS) functions.  The purpose of this recruitment is to fill a current temporary/part-time vacancy in the Public Works Department.

The purpose of this recruitment is to hire a Temporary / Part-Time position.  Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications for the GIS Technician I position may be considered for employment as an Intern.  Temporary / Part-Time employees work no more than 130 hours per month AND 960 hours per fiscal year. Typical work schedule will be three 8-hour shifts per week, excluding weekends and evenings.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The Ideal Candidate will have experience using Cityworks, ARC GIS and Geo Cortex as it relates to Public Works asset management, as well as experience using the collector app locating assets and Trimble GPS equipment.  The Ideal Candidate will also be familiar with commonly used terminology within the Public Works Groups.  This person will work well within a team setting, but also be a self-starter who is comfortable working independently with limited supervision.  To be successful in this position, the Ideal Candidate will have excellent time management, communication (oral and written), and organizational skills, be able to multi-task, have a keen eye for detail, as well as the ability to be resourceful when information is not readily available.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Prepare and produce detailed maps and other graphic representations using cartographic techniques to represent spatial data. Code and digitize maps and geographical feature data into various GIS layers. Enter, update, and maintain data layers, and attribute data pertaining to specific features. Conduct mapping research, in the field and in the office, to resolve conflicting information and ensure the accuracy of the data. Collect location information using a global positioning satellite receiver. Download collected data as necessary. Operate peripheral devices such as plotters, printers, digital cameras, and scanners. Maintain knowledge of current and emerging GIS practices and procedures, standard languages, coding methods, project management methods, operational procedures, software and hardware technologies. Document systems processes such as technical documents, flow charts, database diagrams, and schematic diagrams. Facilitate training and assist users in the capabilities and proper use of GIS enterprise applications software. Ensure projects provide value to the organization and public, are in alignment with the organizational structure, are fiscally responsible, have appropriate stakeholder involvement, include clear and attainable scopes, deliverables and timelines, and are well executed and managed. Assist with the implementation of system upgrades and modifications.    Regular, predictable, consistent and timely attendance is an essential function of the position, in that the failure of such attendance undermines the City’s ability to provide critical services to employees, department and the public.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Promote and maintain safety in the workplace. Ensure adherence to security and data confidentiality guidelines and provide input on operational processes and procedures. Perform general office duties; conduct data entry, prepare and file routine reports and correspondence. Consult with the Information Technology Manager regarding all City standards on computer systems. Prepare and assist in presentations to City Council, miscellaneous committees, and local interest groups. Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
GIS Technician I

Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, including or supplemented with course work in computer technology or a geography related field.

Experience: One (1) year of experience performing tasks comparable to those of a GIS technician, programmer or analyst, preferably in a large organization or municipal government.  Experience using GIS software, such as ESRI Products, is desirable.

License or Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver's License.

APPLICATION

Apply with a City of Woodland application by visiting www.cityofwoodland.gov/employment or the Human Resources Office, City Hall, 300 First Street, 2nd Floor, Woodland, CA 95695 by 5PM on Monday, January 27, 2025.Résumés and cover letters are encouraged but will not be accepted in lieu of the application form. Postmarks will not be accepted.  

Review Process: Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination.  All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.  Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview or any combination thereof.

If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please notify Human Resources at least seven (7) days prior to the event.

SALARY

GIS Technician I
$31.35 - $40.01 per hour

Intern
$17.00 – $21.00 per hour

Offered position and starting salary based on education, training and years of experience

 

BENEFITS

The pay cycle is bi-weekly.  With the exception of worker's compensation coverage and sick leave accrual, no other benefits compensations are provided. Employees must contribute 1.45% of salary to Medicare and 7.5% to a retirement plan in accordance with Federal Law.

This position is Temporary / Part-Time, working no more than 130 hours per month and no more than 960 hours per Fiscal Year.

 

The City of Woodland hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.  The City of Woodland is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone: 

(530)661-5811

Contact email: 

hr@cityofwoodland.gov

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Weekly pay, Temporary work, Part time, Local area, Shift work, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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