Geographic Information Systems Technician

Job title : GIS Technician

Location: Darien, Georgia(onsite)

Duration : 6+ months
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• Candidate will be required to be ON-SITE - Darien, GA,.
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• Key Responsibilities:
• Editing Road Centerlines: Editing and updating road centerline data and associated characteristics.
• Coordination with Local Entities: Collaborating with local government entities to acquire data and verify ownership of roads.
• GIS Mapping & Data Creation: Using geospatial data to create and produce GIS maps.
• Data Validation & Reporting: Ensuring data integrity, querying databases, and preparing reports for supervisors and other stakeholders.
• Multitasking: Handling multiple GIS projects and tasks simultaneously, coordinating, and supporting various activities.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
• Proficiency with ArcGIS: Working knowledge of ArcGIS 10.x Desktop software suite, including editing tools, shapefiles, and geodatabases.
• Attention to Detail: High-level attention to detail in handling GIS data and editing processes.
• Experience with Databases & Topology: Familiarity with geodatabases, topology, and editing in SDE (Spatial Database Engine) multi-user environments.
• Educational Background: A degree (or near completion) in GIS, Geography, or a related field.
• Technical Agility & Flexibility: Ability to adapt to changing requirements and be proactive in handling GIS projects.

Preferred Qualifications:
• GIS Experience in Local Government: Experience creating and editing GIS data, especially in a city or county government setting, is preferred.

Position Details:
• Location: Darien, GA (on-site required, with potential for limited telework post-training).
• Contract: Initial contract through the end of the fiscal year, with potential for renewal in July.
• Compensation: Pay based on experience in transportation attribution-related activities.

Highly Desired Skills:
• Hands-on experience with ModelBuilder (5+ years).
• Proficiency in Python programming (5+ years).
• Demonstrated expertise in Arcade scripting for ArcGIS data visualization.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Strong ability to communicate GIS principles and capabilities to non-GIS users.
• Experience in writing and maintaining metadata for geospatial outputs.
• Ability to work independently and provide solutions based on GIS capabilities.