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Job Detail

Organization: Clark County, WA
Title: GIS Technician II/III
Location: Vancouver, WA

Posted: 2024-04-11
Application Deadline:

Position Description:

This position has the option of a remote/hybrid work schedule possibility. However, the candidate selected must reside in Oregon or Washington. No Exceptions.

Please submit an online application for this position (must include a cover letter and resume) on Clark County's website at https://clarkcountywashington.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ClarkCountyJobs/details/GIS-Technician-II-III_R003096

Job Summary
The Clark County Geographic Information Services (GIS) division has a current opening for a GIS Technician. The position may be filled at the GIS Technician II or GIS Technician III level, depending on the qualifications and experience level of the candidate selected.

The GIS Technician is responsible for the production and maintenance of Clark County’s GIS data, map products, and web mapping applications. The successful candidate will also be responsible for responding to internal and external customer inquiries for GIS products, services, or technical support. Technical proficiency, creativity, productivity, and strong collaboration and task management skills are key traits for success in this role.

This position reports directly to the GIS Manager. The GIS Technician will work alongside other GIS staff to plan and carry out work independently. Everyone is expected to work together to successfully complete projects and tasks in accordance with instructions, policies, and established best practices.

Our department values our community’s diversity and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public. We also encourage applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.

This position is represented and requires membership in Local 11 – OPEIU (Office and Professional Employees International Union, AFL-CIO). Initiation fee and membership dues will be deducted from employee pay.

Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education and Experience
GIS Technician II:
- Education equivalent to an Associate's degree from an accredited college with major course work in GIS, geography, planning, computer science, landscape architecture, engineering, surveying or related disciplines.
- Two years of experience in the application of Esri GIS software.

GIS Technician III:
- Education equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college with major course work in GIS, geography, planning, computer science, landscape architecture, engineering, surveying or related disciplines.
- Two years of experience in the application of Esri GIS software.
- One year of experience in developing and maintaining Python scripts to automate GIS data editing, analysis, and/or map production.

College degrees must have been conferred by an institution of higher education and have National Recognition of Accrediting Agencies by the U.S. Secretary of Education; official transcripts may be required at the time of hire.

Knowledge of:
Esri GIS software and computer mapping techniques; principles of GIS, mapping, and cartography; scripting and process automation; techniques of data maintenance and quality control; mathematics, statistics, and spatial data analysis.

Ability to:
Operate and use various computers and computer-aided devices such as PC's, digitizers and plotters; define programming sequencing necessary to produce maps; distinguish gradations of color; understand and respond to mapping requests from the public; read, understand and work with a variety of mapping data; establish and maintain working relationships with employees and the public; work independently or as part of a team (which includes working with a diverse group of stakeholders such as elected officials, planners, field technicians, utilities, other government agencies, and citizens).

Selection Process
Resumes and other documents must be attached together in the 'Resume Upload' section of the application. Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.

Application Review (Pass/ Fail):
An online application is required. Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Practical Exam (Pass/Fail):
This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Oral Interview:
The interview will be job related and may include, not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Top candidate(s) will continue in the process.

Employment references will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.

Examples of Duties
The primary responsibilities of this position include:
- Tasks related to the production and maintenance of GIS data within Clark County's enterprise GIS.
- Production and maintenance of GIS-based map products, reports, and web mapping applications using Esri GIS software.
- Production and maintenance of Python scripts that automate data maintenance, map production, and spatial analysis.
- Responding to internal and external customer inquiries for GIS products, services, or technical support.

Other responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):
- Assisting County staff and the public with requests for GIS data and map products.
- Importing GIS data from authoritative sources, digitize mapping information, and interpret detailed plans to update, maintain, and verify the accuracy of County’s GIS data and map products.
- Developing and maintaining metadata, documentation, and user guides for GIS data and applications.
- Performing spatial analysis and data manipulation to generate maps and reports.
- Troubleshooting and resolving GIS-related problems and customer requests.
- Training other County staff on how to use Esri GIS software and Clark County GIS solutions.
- Collaborating with other GIS staff on project work as needed.
- Assisting with the installation and testing of enterprise GIS-related software.
- Performing other related duties as assigned.

Salary Grade
Local 11.7 - Local 11.8

Salary Range
$25.73 - $37.78 per hour

Close Date
April 30, 2024

Recruiter
Irene Catherine Chrest
Email: [email protected]

Equal Opportunity Employer
Clark County is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, access, and delivery of all county services. Clark County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Plan is available at http://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.

Employee Benefits and Additional Compensation
Clark County provides regular full-time and part-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and long-term disability, retirement, and deferred compensation. Some types of employees in some positions and bargaining units might have different benefits and additional compensation. More specific benefit information for the different bargaining units can be found at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/employee-benefits. Also please refer to the specific bargaining unit contract for additional compensation at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.

Retirement Information
All Clark County employees must participate in a WASHINGTON STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM PLAN (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF).Employee contributions begin the first day of work. Current contribution rates vary by plan but could range from 5% to 15% of gross pay, depending on the plan choice.

For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site here: http://www.drs.wa.gov/