GIS Technician

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking a Geographic Information Systems Technician in Cheyenne, WY. The primary responsibilities of this position are to update, maintain and standardize authoritative geospatial data; produce maps involved in the signage of Commission-managed lands; support Department end-users; configure web maps and applications; and complete metadata and workflow documentation., ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

• Update and standardize wildlife-related GIS data layers

• Accurately interpret pseudo-legal written boundary descriptions to create or edit spatial boundaries

• Check and verify accuracies of geometry, attribute data and metadata

• Produce maps as assigned

• Document major procedures and workflows

• Complete other GIS projects as assigned, including creating web maps and configuring mobile data collection applications

• Provide GIS technical support and workflow guidance for Department biologists and other end-users, The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Preference is given for any combination of training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in GIS (Geographic

Information Systems), Geography, Geospatial Technologies, or a related field.

Preference will be given to applicants with training and/or experience in applying GIS principles in a working or learning environment using Esri’s suite of geospatial solutions, including ArcGIS Pro and/or ArcGIS Online, and mobile application solutions.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Understanding of the basic concepts and principles of GIS, including data acquisition and automation, spatial data organization, projections, map cartography, project workflows, and data analysis

• Hands-on experience navigating and utilizing the core toolsets within ArcGIS Pro for day-to-day spatial tasks

• Strong skills in creating, editing, and digitizing highly accurate vector data (points, lines, and polygons)

• Understanding of topology rules to identify and fix geometric errors like gaps, overlaps, or self-intersections

• Cartography skills to design map layouts and produce presentation-ready maps for public reference

• Ability to write clear, structured metadata following a template to ensure data lineage is documented

• Baseline ability to interpret variously sourced aerial photography and satellite imagery to identify landscape features

• Ability to diagnose and resolve common GIS errors or issues for less technical users

• ArcGIS Online familiarity and basic experience

• Working proficiency with Microsoft Excel for data entry, organization and manipulation

• Basic understanding of or active interest in learning about fish, wildlife, and natural resource management data

• Organizational skills to track incoming project requests and manage minor technical projects under light supervision

• Oral and written communication skills

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays

• Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans that help you build a secure future

• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options