GIS Technician
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$ 58136 - 61043
1 Vacancy
Job Description
The work we do matters!
Hiring Agency:
Public Service Commission - Agency 14
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Job Description:
Salary: $58136.99 to $61043.84 per year commensurate with experience.
Job Duties:
- Create and maintain GIS databases non-spatial databases and a wide variety of work products within the context of Commission directives.
- Compile qualitatively/quantitatively analyze and refine geographic data from a variety of sources including the public domain satellite imagery aerial photographs and existing maps.
- Develop positive working relationships with state municipal and federal agencies; service providers; vendors; constituents; elected officials; and Commission staff.
- Manage individual project tasks related to GIS database and non-spatial database design and management including: drawing maps using automated drafting software with annotated sources and quality of information layers; producing detailed high-quality cartographic products and accompanying reports in accordance with technical guidelines; and performing regular quality control/quality assurance checks of data.
- Create and publicly present reports on various telecommunications issues.
- Prepare information in response to requests for data.
- Support and develop as necessary existing online mapping resources including the PSC-maintained Nebraska Broadband and Universal Service Fund Mapping Site ().
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Associates Degree in geographical information systems (GIS) geography information technology data networking communications or related field plus two years of successful work experience. May substitute experience for the education on a year for year basis. Knowledge of ESRI software and Microsoft Office. In-state overnight travel may be required. Valid Nebraska drivers license at time of employment and successful completion of the State of Nebraska defensive driving program.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors degree in geographical information systems (GIS) geography information technology data networking communications or related field plus two years of successful work experience. Experience making presentations in a public setting. Experience with U.S. Census Data and the Public Land Survey System (PLSS).
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Ability to: Gather and interpret basic GIS information from various sources (maps graphs surveys photos etc.); apply basic automated methods for geospatial data input processing and analysis; work in a collaborative team environment; and communicate with individuals and groups both orally and in writing. Individual should have the ability to work independently without supervision.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay benefits paid time off retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position agency and employment status. For more information on benefits please visit: Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity inclusion and belonging. We recruit hire train and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race color religion sex. age national origin disability marital status or genetics.
Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
