Clean Water Services
The Digital Solutions department is seeking a GIS Technician. This position performs entry-level through moderately complex tasks associated with grade level, and related to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data creation and management. This position maintains and updates the District’s enterprise GIS database, performs data creation and maintenance, and assists with data transformation, analysis, and visualization. This position conducts quality control checks of data and ensures accuracy of District’s GIS database. Provides support to GIS Analyst in identifying and troubleshooting operational issues and problems related to GIS software and data management.
Note:
Candidates who are selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be invited to self-schedule their interview. Please be sure to check your email for status updates.
(The essential functions listed below are not intended to reflect all duties that may be assigned to this classification. The District may augment duties and/or essential functions at its discretion. Additionally, some incumbents may not perform all Essential Functions.)
Perform routine GIS data maintenance, manipulation, and analysis. Ensure data is entered into the enterprise GIS database, and related asset management and permitting databases, in a timely manner consistent with District procedures and database requirements.
Create and update map templates, illustrations, and custom maps using GIS software and cartographic techniques to represent spatial data. Update and maintain sanitary and stormwater GIS layers and attribute data in accordance with District cartographic standards.
Collect field data using GPS related technology to update the GIS database and asset records. Prepare and format information, and verify the accuracy and integrity of the data transferred into the GIS database.
Utilize design and construction drawings to digitize utility assets into GIS, and ensure accuracy of critical asset characteristics and location information.
Knowledge
ArcGIS desktop and ArcGIS Pro
Principles and practices of geodatabase use
Mapping and cartography
Web map design
Project monitoring and data management
Modern office equipment
Practices and methodologies for providing effective customer service
Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws and regulations
Skill
GIS processes and basic data analysis
Mapping applications and web-based map production
Reading and interpreting topographic, location, and property maps
Reading and interpreting utility or infrastructure layouts, design and construction drawings, illustrations, and other graphics
Database management, word processing, spreadsheets, and office applications
Troubleshooting issues and providing solutions
Prioritizing and handling user requests
Providing training and instruction; and preparing and maintaining standard operating procedures
Ability
Effectively utilize ArcGIS tools and applications
Interpret technical manuals and procedures
Document processes and procedures
Maintain accurate spatial and tabular data
Understand infrastructure and utility networks and records
Interpret design and construction drawings
Keep current on new GIS software and tools
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Operate effectively in a team environment
Patiently assist users of all levels
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Experience and Training Guidelines The following are the minimum qualifications for this position.
A minimum of 1 year experience which includes GIS, cartography, infrastructure or community design, technical review or management of sanitary or storm sewer utility networks, as a computer, engineering or GIS technician, or related work; or
Associate's Degree, or college level degree in progress, in GIS, geography, environmental science, engineering, information systems, computer office applications, operating systems, or a related field.
Certification and Licensure Requirements Upon selection, candidate must possess and maintain a valid State issued driver’s license.
Reasonable Accommodation Applicants who require reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any phase of the application process should contact Human Resources at 503.681.3600 or TDD 503.681.3601.
Equal Employment Opportunity Clean Water Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, national origin, marital status, age, uniformed service, sexual orientation or disability in the admission or access to the recruitment process or any aspect of employment.
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Note:
Candidates who are selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be invited to self-schedule their interview. Please be sure to check your email for status updates.
(The essential functions listed below are not intended to reflect all duties that may be assigned to this classification. The District may augment duties and/or essential functions at its discretion. Additionally, some incumbents may not perform all Essential Functions.)
Perform routine GIS data maintenance, manipulation, and analysis. Ensure data is entered into the enterprise GIS database, and related asset management and permitting databases, in a timely manner consistent with District procedures and database requirements.
Create and update map templates, illustrations, and custom maps using GIS software and cartographic techniques to represent spatial data. Update and maintain sanitary and stormwater GIS layers and attribute data in accordance with District cartographic standards.
Collect field data using GPS related technology to update the GIS database and asset records. Prepare and format information, and verify the accuracy and integrity of the data transferred into the GIS database.
Utilize design and construction drawings to digitize utility assets into GIS, and ensure accuracy of critical asset characteristics and location information.
Knowledge
ArcGIS desktop and ArcGIS Pro
Principles and practices of geodatabase use
Mapping and cartography
Web map design
Project monitoring and data management
Modern office equipment
Practices and methodologies for providing effective customer service
Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws and regulations
Skill
GIS processes and basic data analysis
Mapping applications and web-based map production
Reading and interpreting topographic, location, and property maps
Reading and interpreting utility or infrastructure layouts, design and construction drawings, illustrations, and other graphics
Database management, word processing, spreadsheets, and office applications
Troubleshooting issues and providing solutions
Prioritizing and handling user requests
Providing training and instruction; and preparing and maintaining standard operating procedures
Ability
Effectively utilize ArcGIS tools and applications
Interpret technical manuals and procedures
Document processes and procedures
Maintain accurate spatial and tabular data
Understand infrastructure and utility networks and records
Interpret design and construction drawings
Keep current on new GIS software and tools
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Operate effectively in a team environment
Patiently assist users of all levels
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Experience and Training Guidelines The following are the minimum qualifications for this position.
A minimum of 1 year experience which includes GIS, cartography, infrastructure or community design, technical review or management of sanitary or storm sewer utility networks, as a computer, engineering or GIS technician, or related work; or
Associate's Degree, or college level degree in progress, in GIS, geography, environmental science, engineering, information systems, computer office applications, operating systems, or a related field.
Certification and Licensure Requirements Upon selection, candidate must possess and maintain a valid State issued driver’s license.
Reasonable Accommodation Applicants who require reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any phase of the application process should contact Human Resources at 503.681.3600 or TDD 503.681.3601.
Equal Employment Opportunity Clean Water Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, national origin, marital status, age, uniformed service, sexual orientation or disability in the admission or access to the recruitment process or any aspect of employment.
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