GIS Technician

If you’re excited about jumping into real GIS work and learning as you go, this role is for you. LTU’s GIS Technician supports all kinds of projects-updating enterprise geodatabases, creating maps and graphics, helping with GPS and data-acquisition tools, and finding better ways for teams to work. You’ll get hands-on experience with ESRI tools, exposure to everything from water systems to street maintenance, and support from a team that values fresh ideas and continuous learning.

Desired: Coursework in geographic information systems; experience with ESRI GIS software; data acquisition equipment; experience interpreting construction design plans and record drawings; knowledge of water, wastewater, storm, paving, transportation, and right of way infrastructure/assets; asset management. Minimum Qualifications: Associates degree in geographic information systems, computer science, engineering, geography or related field and two years of experience working with computer software, hardware and operations systems related to geographic information systems; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the desirable knowledge, abilities and skills. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Certificate in Geographic Information Systems or equivalent.

We value each City of Lincoln employee and one way we demonstrate this is by providing an attractive and competitive total compensation package that adds value to our employees’ professional and personal lives. The following benefits are available for this position:

• Pay increases are available upon completion of the 6-month new employee probationary period, and annually thereafter based on performance.

• We encourage a healthy work-life balance by offering 11 days of vacation leave and 12 days of sick leave annually that you begin accruing upon hire; plus 11 paid holidays and 2 personal convenience days.

• All medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family begin the first of the month following hire, no need to wait!

• 30 days of Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Assistance Programs offering work/life services, wellness coaching, short-term counseling, legal assistance, and financial coaching.

• Up to 4 days of Funeral and Bereavement Leave

• $70,000 of Life Insurance

• $1,250 of Tuition Reimbursement

• 401(a) Retirement Plan. If you make a 7% contribution, the City will contribute 9%

• Employer provided Post Employment Health Plan for eligible medical expenses that occur after you leave City employment.

• Optional benefits include:

• Medical and/or Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Allstate Voluntary Plans
• Supplemental Term Life
• Deferred Compensation Plans