Initial Review Date: 5:00 P.M., Monday, August 19, 2024. Open until filled.

To outline essential job duties, qualification requirements and working conditions for the position of GIS Technician.

• Performs digital and web-based cartography and data management utilizing geographic information systems (GIS) and related technologies.
• Supports GIS services for City and public use.
• Provides excellent internal and external customer service. Maintains positive relations with the public and coworkers. Responds to requests for information retrieval from GIS in a timely manner.
• Performs online and mobile GIS development and maintenance procedures.
• Provides staff operational training and support for GIS services, applications and procedures.
• Summarizes information from maps, databases, construction plans, reports and field investigations.
• Supports asset management systems for user support, form customization, utility infrastructure and GIS-related components.
• Performs field data collection, correction and validation in combination with GPS equipment, utility records and GIS software.
• Performs 3D GIS and raster conversion, analysis and mapping.
• Assists in evaluating existing data, needs of existing and potential user groups and platforms or systems needed to meet established GIS program goals.
• Assists with online GIS development and maintenance procedures.
• Performs data entry and conducts information searches.
• Researches and assembles ownership, title and tax records for annexation and local improvement district projects.
• Maintains organized project records and provides timely progress reports.
• Provides support for GIS related components of future permitting software.

Other job functions:

• Maintains current documentation of procedures and tasks to explain position responsibilities.
• Creates, updates and implements process improvement procedures, tasks, workflows and systems.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in geography, GIS, environmental science, civil engineering or another related field.
• One (1) year of experience in GIS. Municipal experience in Public Works preferred.
• Field experience using GPS surveying equipment and coordinate systems.
• Current WA State Driver License.

Requires knowledge of:

• The field of assignment sufficient to perform thoroughly and accurately the full scope of responsibility as illustrated by example in this job description.
• Computer operation and software including Microsoft Office suite of products, databases and systems including Adobe, Google Earth, ESRI geodatabase structure, ArcGIS (Pro, Server, Portal and Online).
• Principles and practices for accurate interpretation of engineering drawings and detailed schematics.
• Land surveying principles and coordinate systems.
• Principles and practices of excellent internal and external customer service.
• Mathematics; English composition and grammar.
• Safety and security hazards, precautions, standards, policies and procedures.

Requires the ability to:

• Understand, interpret and appropriately apply maps, construction plans, reports and field investigations.
• Edit data within ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Portal and ArcGIS Desktop.
• Perform data conversions and transfer of data from CADD to GIS formats.
• Utilize GPS hardware.
• Consistently represent the City by maintaining a professional approach and demeanor in all activities.
• Provide excellent internal and external customer service. Respond to inquiries in a timely manner.
• Foster a positive and productive work environment. Deal effectively with the public.
• Establish and maintain effective team oriented working relationships with other employees.
• Support a strong culture of safety. Adhere to City policies and procedures. Report safety issues or concerns to management in a timely manner. Encourage others to behave in a safe manner.
• Be attentive to detail and maintain a high degree of accuracy.
• Use tact, discretion, respect, persuasion, diplomacy and courtesy to gain cooperation of others and establish and maintain professional relationships and rapport with the public, elected officials, management, employees and representatives of other entities.
• Effectively complete projects in a timely manner while managing multiple and competing demands. Plan, organize, prioritize and coordinate work assignments. Take appropriate initiative.
• Apply sound judgment and creative problem-solving skills to make reasoned, timely and consistent decisions. Collaborate and facilitate effective problem resolution.
• Maintain confidentiality as required and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Listen attentively and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with individuals and groups in clear, concise language appropriate for the purpose and parties addressed, including preparing comprehensive reports, materials and correspondence.
• Understand and appropriately apply terminology, policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Develop ways to identify, improve and promote efficient systems and processes.
• Maintain current knowledge and adapt to new technologies, keeping technical skills up to date.
• Proficiently operate office equipment including a large format scanner and plotter and perform software functions including spreadsheet generation. Type accurately and proficiently.

• Work is performed in an office setting and field locations in all weather conditions and seasonal temperature ranges.
• May perform duties outside of normal office hours. Travels by car or truck.

Requires the knowledge of:

• Use appropriate safety equipment and follow safety policies, practices and procedures.
• Sit or stand for long periods and traverse irregular terrain.
• Reach with hands and arms. Walk, bend over, twist at waist, stoop, kneel and crouch. Occasionally climb, balance, crawl and talk and hear with background noise.
• Lift, carry and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.

The statements contained herein reflect general details necessary to describe principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skills typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered all-inclusive. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas, to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or to balance workloads.

Management reserves the sole right to add, modify or exclude any duties at any time with or without notice. Nothing in this job description, nor by completion of any job requirements by the employee, is intended to create a contract of employment.

At its sole discretion, the City of Wenatchee may consider combinations of education, experience, certifications and training in lieu of specifically required qualifications contained herein.