Geographic Information System Support Technician (Dallas Water Utilities)
City of DallasAbout the role
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A competitive salary, five-year vested pension plan, great benefits package that includes health, vision and dental insurance, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, qualifying childcare assistance, paid time off and more.
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Job Summary
Provides mapping, graphics, and ownership research services utilizing the City's Geographic Information System(GIS) to support departmental processes
Job Description
Overview
The Geographic Information System Support Technician Provides mapping, graphics, and ownership research services utilizing the City's Geographic Information System (GIS) to support departmental processes.
Essential Functions
1 Creates, designs, and drafts graphs and maps for docket agendas, City Plan Commission, City Council, Board of Adjustments, other city departments, and public sector agencies; provides copies of existing maps as requested.
2 Researches, identifies, and determines property ownership for zoning, Board of Adjustment, and City Plan Commission to meet state-mandated ownership notification requirements.
3 Maintains a database on all zoning and board cases as mandated by the State of Texas; runs programs to extract information from the database to provide customized data in response to requests from management and the public.
4 Operates several graphics machines, kroy, binder, cameras, reflecting-projector, blue line, and xerox to complete projects.
5 Assists the general public, city employees, private sector companies, and government agencies in the use of maps, plats, files, and other records to provide quality customer service.
6 Conducts on-site land use surveys to provide information on current conditions for use by various City staff or outside agencies.
7 Takes photographs to document current conditions and enhance information included in presentations.
8 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.
Knowledge and Skills
1 Knowledge of graphics and mapping techniques and procedures.
2 Knowledge of GIS applications for mapping, notification, and zoning uses.
3 Knowledge of basic photography.
4 Knowledge of various software for use in graphics and mapping projects.
5 Basic knowledge of City of Dallas zoning ordinances.
6 Ability to make field observations.
7 Ability to operate reproduction equipment.
8 Communicating effectively verbally and in writing
9 Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION:
High school diploma or GED.
EXPERIENCE:
Two (2) years Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping experience with ESRI, ArcGIS
EQUIVALENCIES:
Associate degree (or higher) in a GIS field will meet the education and experience requirements.
A GIS certificate will meet the required education and experience requirements.
Salary Range
The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.
City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce.
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