GIS Technician w/ City of Salem (OR)

GIS Technician | City of Salem | Salem, OR
Closing: 12/2/2016 11:59 PM Pacific
 
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofsalem/jobs/1589541/geographic-information-systems-technician
 
Job Summary
The City of Salem is looking for a GIS Technician vacancy in the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department.  This position will primarily work on collecting and maintaining utility datasets for Public Works and producing maps and reports.  This position will read, interpret, and transfer data from engineering drawings into GIS and also integrate GIS data with other systems.   The position will work in a team environment that supports  the Public Works Department and public needs.
 
 
Examples of Work

• Perform routine GIS data maintenance Input, update or maintain GIS data, verify data integrity; view and edit data using cartographic techniques to represent spatial data; enter, update and maintain data layers and relational databases, using GIS application tools.
• Perform simple spatial analysis and database queries. Develop and maintain data layers and spatial data structures using GIS tools and relational databases.
• Use GIS software programs to modify and update data, and to compose map products. Prepare a variety of maps, illustrations and other graphic representations that meet specific customer needs.
• Code and digitize geographic data features. Proof and review maps for completeness and adherence to standards. Operate large format plotter to produce hardcopy map products. Convert existing drawings and source data from various formats for integration into the GIS system.
• Research various records to maintain current, accurate digital maps and databases; find and compile source information for mapping; visit field locations to collect or verify data.

 
Education:
Bachelor's degree in geography, computer technologies, engineering, GIS or a related field;
AND
 
Experience: 
One year experience using GIS software applications; OR Any combination of experience and training that demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skill and abilities as listed, and ability to perform the examples of work.
 
To Apply:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofsalem