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Job Detail

Organization: City of New Braunfels
Title: GIS Technician I
Location: New Braunfels, TX

Posted: 2026-11-12
Application Deadline:

Position Description:

https://newbraunfels.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CONB/details/GIS-Technician-I-II-III_R456

Hiring Salary:
GIS Technician I: $24.52 - $28.92

What we’re looking for: Under general direction of the GIS Manager, will provide support to City team members by performing spatial analysis and data management within an enterprise environment, reading, and interpreting source documents, such as civil engineering plans, plat maps, legal descriptions, and entering data in the GIS. Should have strong skills in cartographic design and ESRI ArcGIS suite of products. The GIS Technician III position is a senior-level contributor in a non-supervisory leadership role within the GIS team.

Benefits & Total Rewards:

Our City team members are our most valuable asset! We offer Total Rewards when you join our team.

Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance
2:1 match on retirement contribution
Paid volunteer time off – 16 hours per year
Vacation accrual starts at date of hire – up to 120 hours annually your first year
Get paid to stay – longevity pay on top of your regular pay after one full year
Tuition reimbursement program
Bilingual pay offered
Keep learning – professional and personal development training available

The responsibilities you’ll be trusted with:

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all team members in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

GIS Technician I:

The GIS Technician I supports the GIS division’s mission to enable date-driven decision making by maintaining and updating foundational spatial datasets. This entry-level position focuses on basic GIS tasks such as data entry, cleaning, and map creation, contributing to the accuracy and reliability of the City’s geospatial infrastructure.

Perform data entry, digitization, and support quality control/quality assurance for spatial data integrity
Create and update maps and spatial datasets
Conduct basic spatial analysis and generate reports
Assist with data conversion and documentation
Follow established GIS procedures and workflows
Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

Education and Experience:
GIS Technician I: Associates degree or relevant coursework in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, or related field; AND up to one (1) year of GIS experience, including internships and/or academic projects.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

Must possess, or be able to obtain at time of hire, a current valid Texas driver’s license.
Required Knowledge of:

Theory, principles and practices of GIS methodologies, techniques and tools including spatial data organization and storage, metadata, spatial analysis and interpretation techniques, coordinate systems and cartographic and graphic design.
Local government organization, operations, policies, and procedures.
GIS standards, procedures, and best practices.
Current GIS desktop and server software capabilities and limitations.
Land management, cadastral and survey mapping principles.
Computer hardware, software and peripheral equipment troubleshooting techniques.
Effective problem-solving methods.
Personal productivity tools (email, calendars, word processing, presentations, and spreadsheets).
Providing a positive customer service experience.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with City team members and the general public.
Reading, understanding, developing, manipulating, and analyzing geographic information from multiple public and private sources in a variety of data formats and projections.
Compilation, analysis, and effective presentation of technical and statistical information in both tabular reports and visual map products.
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines; can perform work with concentration and focus.
Identifying and resolving problems in a timely manner; developing alternative approaches and ideas; generating suggestions for improving work process and quality.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Required Competency and Skill in:

GIS Technician I:

Basic knowledge of GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS)
Understanding of GIS data structures and spatial concepts
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word)
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
Awareness of spatial integrity concepts (e.g., topology, versioning)
Works effectively as part of a team
Communicates task progress and seeks input when needed

Yuor Work Environment:

Work is performed in a standard office environment subject to sitting, standing, bending, and reaching for extended periods of time; and must be able to pull, push, lift, and carry items weighing up to forty (40) pounds.
May be required to work immediately before, during, or immediately after an emergency or disaster.