Technology Services GIS Special Projects Intern

Job Title: GIS Special Projects InternDepartment: Technology Services Rate: $17.50Pay Grade: 1FLSA Status: Non-ExemptHybrid: YesThe GIS Special Projects Intern will provide support to the GIS team leads with a focus on tasks to update the attribution and mapping accuracy of critical GIS Follow defined processes to update attributes of GIS features based on historical record documents. Update mapped locations of GIS features based on associated record documents and GPS coordinates. Assist with preparing and updating customized maps (derived from GIS data and other data sources). Assist members of the Pittsburgh Water team in completing field surveys of critical assets using high-accuracy GPS units. Provide updates at departmental and team meetings to communicate the status of assigned project work. Other related duties as SKILLS & ABILITIES Familiarity with ESRI Software that is utilized for mapping and attribute updates. Administrative skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office. Ability to establish and maintain accurate records and prepare reports/correspondence. Effective organizational and interpersonal skills including written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of general office procedures practices and / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSThe following requirements list the minimum education/training/experience required to qualify for this job. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be accepted. Enrollment in an Undergraduate or Graduate Degree program with an interest and aptitude to work in Geography Computer Science Engineering Computer Technology Cartography or a related field. Basic knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS tools strongly REQUIREMENTSApplicant must present a current valid Class C (Class 1) PA Motor Vehicle Operators License at the time of application or prior to appointment. A valid drivers license must be maintained throughout must have permanent residency within one of the following Pennsylvania counties at the time of appointment and remain a resident within one of the noted counties throughout employment with the Pittsburgh Water: Allegheny Armstrong Beaver Butler Fayette Greene Lawrence Indiana Washington or Westmoreland. SUPERVISION EXERCISED / RECEIVEDNo direct reports / Will receive supervision directly from the GIS Manager and/or Senior GIS DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to walk stand climb stairs sit; use hands to finger handle or feel including fine dexterity and coordination reach with hands and arms; talk hear and speak clearly. The employee will occasionally bend stoop kneel crouch or crawl on even and uneven surfaces; and lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and depth performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to a moderate or quiet noise level in the office work environment. Subject to remain on duty beyond normal hours or during emergency situations or other extensive position may also include occasional field work in urban and rugged environments and various weather EXAMINATIONEmployment may be contingent upon the results of a post-offer (initial employment or promotion) physical examination performed by the Authoritys examining TESTINGEmployment may be contingent upon the results of a post-offer (initial employment or promotion) drug screening. Continued employment may be subject to randomized drug and alcohol testing conducted without advance notice and for reasonable -EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONAbility to successfully pass a thorough investigation consisting of a criminal history check verification of prior employment and performance reference and credentials checks and in some cases credit are subject to a System for Award Management (SAM) or any successor system search as maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA) to ensure compliance with federal procurement and non-procurement : You may be considered for other available positions based on qualifications provided on your employment application. If you have questions regarding your application please contact the Human Resources Department at:Pittsburgh Human Resources Department1200 Penn AvenuePittsburgh PA An Equal Opportunity Employer: Pittsburgh Water is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on any legally protected statuses including but not limited to race color ancestry religion national origin sexual orientation age marital or family status disability gender gender identity or expression pregnancy status or veteran status. Pittsburgh Water is committed to providing candidates with reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities during our recruiting process; if you need assistance please contact us at .