GIS Technician w/City of Marysville, WA

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/marysvillewa/jobs/2525052/geographic-information-system-technician?page=1&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Position Summary
Open until filled.  First review of applications 8/30/19.

Candidates are encouraged to attach a resume to their online application and must also complete the supplemental questionnaire.

This position develops and maintains the city's geographic information system, including developing GIS/CAD maps and information for city departments, under the direction of the Geographic Information System Supervisor. The work performed by this class follows established procedures and general directions; incumbents operate independently and apply established guidelines and alternatives to make routine judgments and decisions. 

This is the junior level in the geographic information systems job series, performing assignments that are less complex and narrower in scope.  Positions in this class perform the more routine GIS and computer-aided drafting and design activities, which is closely reviewed and supervised. 

Examples of Job Duties
Other duties may be assigned as needed.

1. Researches and designs databases; collects and inputs data, including collecting extensive utility field data using mapping-grade global positioning system; develops, produces, and analyzes output.
2. Prepares maps and reports for conversion of data from manually maintained form to digitally maintained form.
3. Digitizes map data, including keying or coding of data and typing of tabular data, for insertion into the GIS database.
4. Creates, composes, modifies and edits GIS spatial and attribute data according to prescribed specifications and procedures.
5. Prepares and checks plots, maps, reports, exhibits or graphic displays; interprets plans, photos and maps, and legal descriptions.
6. Prepares software macros, documents procedures, and maintains records of completed assignments.
7. Assists users and provides technical guidance and support for the user group and departmental staff on GIS systems, applications and procedures.
8. Provides project management for development of the Public Works' geographic information system, including developing the utility GIS schedule, drafting the work plan, monitoring resources, training interns and coworkers, communicating with public works field employees and their supervisors on issues related to these functions and overall development of the utility portion of the GIS, and coordinating related utility and transportation databases.
9. Maintains GIS records per legal requirements.

Qualifications
​A combination of the experience, education, and training listed below which provides an equivalent background to perform the work of this position.

• One year of work experience utilizing GIS. 
• Associate's degree in computer science, geographic information system, civil engineering, cartography or related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of geographic information systems, particularly ESRI software packages.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of geographic information systems database design and maintenance.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of cartography and drafting procedures.
• Ability to operate Windows based computer, including word processing, spreadsheet, and database software applications as well as specialized software applications that support the GIS and CAD functions.
• Ability to use GIS hardware and software to input, manipulate, or edit geographic data and to produce maps and reports.
• Must possess, or have the ability to possess within one month of hire date, a Washington State Driver's License.
• Must possess, or have the ability to possess within six months of hire date, flagging certification.