GIS Assistant II

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Working closely with the GIS analyst and under the general supervision of the project manager, the incumbent works on various geospatial projects. Examples of duties include supporting GIS development; data input and maintenance for the Center; assisting with a multitude of GIS projects; assisting with collecting and processing GPS data; assisting project managers with scanning, data entry, data analysis, and metadata development and updates; and assisting with basic cartographic output.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS: Enrollment in or completion of a certificate or degree program in GIS. Requires a minimum of six months of experience working in a GIS position or related fieldwork on GIS projects.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities include:

• Experience with ESRI products and other enabling technologies;
• Good understanding of relational databases;
• Familiarity with GPS technology and equipment;
• Good organizational skills;
• Ability to prioritize tasks;
• Ability to adjust to change in a fast paced, constantly changing environment (i.e., work environment and technology);
• Ability to work within deadlines;
• Ability to function cooperatively and productively as a member of a unit;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with GIS staff;
• Ability to follow directions and demonstrate a willingness to learn;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to be a self-learner, solve problems, and work independently with minimal supervision.

Benefits for employees working 30 hours or more per week include employer paid life insurance ($50,000) and long-term disability; options for health, dental, and vision insurance; FSA; paid holidays including 1 personal holiday; vacation accrual (initially 10 days/year); sick leave accrual (up to 12 days/year); employer contributions to a 403(b) retirement plan (up to 8%).