GIS Technician
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1-3years
$ 45000 - 50000
1 Vacancy
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JOB TITLE: GIS Technician
JOB DESCRIPTION:
This GIS Technician should be knowledgeable genuine disciplined ethical and passionate about nature planning technology and making a positive impact in communities. You will amplify our vision Mapping the World s Urban Forests for a Greener Future which drives us every day to provide highquality missiondriven results. The ideal candidate will be detailoriented proactive flexible focused work well under deadlines and pressure and be wellwritten with excellent communication skills.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION:
Collect process edit and organize GIS and environmental data from various sources using ArcGIS Pro.
Conduct raster geoprocessing image interpretation and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) for urban land use and land cover classification data.
Execute and validate Python scripts to ensure accuracy and consistency in GIS data analysis.
Utilize standard vector and raster geoprocessing tools including union join clip conversion projection and zonal statistics.
Adhere to metadata standards and best practices for data management and documentation.
Apply forestry and natural resource concepts to support technical reports including narratives tables maps graphics and background research.
Work independently and manage tasks autonomously while ensuring accuracy consistency and timely project completion.
Requirements
BS/BA degree in geography computer or environmental science forestry or planning.
Interest in forestry urban ecology ecosystems water/natural resources or land use planning.
Knowledge of cartographic and other visual design technologies.
Problemsolving skills with good attention to detail and the ability to think through and execute spatial analyses from beginning to end.
Required Education and Experience: 1. A minimum of 3 years of proven ability to organize activities including relevant work experience. 2. Experience working with youth, adults, and families. 3. Ability to meet deadlines and work in a timely fashion. 4. Ability to collaborate and make good judgments in day-to-day decision-making. Preferred Education & Experience: 1. Program Organization: 3+ years of experience Additional Eligibility Qualifications: Bilingual (Spanish/English) fluency is helpful. Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable): Employee must be authorized to work in the United States and must possess a valid driver s license. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Employment Type
Full Time
