SALARY:
$12.09 – $12.89 Hourly
OPENING DATE: 06/05/14
CLOSING DATE: Continuous
Position Description
The Storm and Surface Water Utility (SSW) is seeking a GIS intern. SSW plans and maintains the City’s storm and surface water infrastructure. The Water Resources GIS Intern will assist the SSW team with storm infrastructure mapping by performing routine to moderately complex geo-processing, research, and analysis functions. Work is performed with general supervision allowing the intern opportunity for exercising independent judgment. The intern will report to the SSW Senior Program Specialist. The projected start date is July 1, 2014 and is expected to run through September 2015.
Learning objectives
• Receive hands-on experience using GIS tools; gain a greater understanding of GIS and how it is used for business decisions in a government setting.
• Expand research skills by exploring data collection venues, examining technical documents, and preparing written reports.
• Develop technical and concise writing skills.
• Gain field experience using GPS and other field equipment.
• Gain an understanding of municipal storm and surface water utility infrastructure and operations.
Job Responsibilities
The selected intern will work with the Senior Program Specialist and other professionals in activities such as:
• Perform routine to moderately complex GIS analytical and geo-processing functions, including input, editing, manipulation, management, analysis and output of spatial and tabular data sets within ESRI’s ArcGIS software.
• Collect data from a variety of archived sources including engineering construction plans, microfilm, and field books and organize into electronic format.
• Analyze existing SSW GIS data to determine processes on how to achieve mapping needs.
• Assist in the maintenance of data quality assurance and quality control with meticulous attention to detail.
• Prepare written reports, documentation and metadata that describe application procedures, data requirements, software functions, and the work that will be performed or that has been completed.
• Provide field research and data collection to obtain and verify GIS Data.
Knowledge and Experience Qualifications
• Demonstrated experience with ESRI’s ArcGIS 10x software; geodatabase, database
management, and editing experience.
• Competence with Microsoft Office; emphasis on Excel and Word.
• Experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing.
• Technical and precision writing and editing skills.
• Constructive problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Self-starter, able to work independently, multi-task and prioritize, complete tasks on time
and produce quality, detail-oriented work.
• Ability to prepare basic maps and graphics.
• Ability to work in the field in all weather conditions.
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License required.
Desired Qualifications
• Ability to interpret construction plans, drawings and legal descriptions.
• Knowledge and understanding of municipal stormwater infrastructure and function.
• Competence with Microsoft Access.
• Experience using GPS software.
Salary and Schedule
This 15 month internship requires that the student is currently enrolled as a full-time
undergraduate or graduate student. Work hours are up to 19 hours per week during school and
up to 40 hours per week during school breaks and summer. Generally, work hours are between
8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. M-F. The salary is $12.09 – $12.89 per hour. This position is not
eligible to receive benefits such as health insurance, paid sick or vacation, or paid holidays.
To Apply
Submit a resume and cover letter by attaching them to your electronic application. The cover
letter must be no more than two pages long and include specific examples of how you meet the
Qualifications (above) for this position. All application materials must be received by
5:00 p.m. June 16, 2014.
If you have questions about the position and/or requirements, please contact Sue Barclift, Sr.
Program Specialist, at (360) 570-3805 or via email at sbarclif@ci.olympia.wa.us
In order to participate in the recruitment process, accommodations for people with disabilities may be made by
contacting Human Resources at (360) 753-8442.
The City of Olympia is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Women and minorities are
encouraged to apply.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
http://www.olympiawa.gov
PO Box 1967
Olympia, WA 98506
360-753-8305
Position #1400055
WATER RESOURCES GIS INTERN
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Water Resources GIS Intern Supplemental Questionnaire
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Are you currently enrolled full-time as an undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited college/university?
Yes No
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2.
Do you have or are you pursuing a degree in Urban Planning, Environmental Sciences, Engineering, Geography, Computer Science or a closely related field? Have a degree in one of the disciplines listed above and pursuing a graduate degree Pursuing a degree in one of the disciplines listed above or closely related field
Pursuing a non-related degree
3.
If you are pursuing a non-related degree, what degree are you pursuing?
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4.
What is your anticipated graduation date?
Winter 2015 (March) Spring 2015 (June) Summer 2015 (August) Autumn 2015 (December) Winter 2016 (March) Later than Winter 2016
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5.
Do you have a valid dirver’s license?
Yes No, but I can obtain a valid driver’s license prior to hire No, and I cannot obtain a driver’s license prior to hire
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6.
Which of the following best describes your knowledge of stormwater infrastructure?
None Limited – Can recognize stormwater infrastructure components Intermediate – Familiar with stormwater infrastructure componenets and their functions Advanced – Experienced with stormwater management design and/or construction
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7.
Which of the following best describes your proficiency with ArcGIS 10x?
None Beginner Intermediate (Coursework only) Advanced (Practical applications)
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8.
Which of the following best describes your proficiency with Microsoft Word?
None Beginner Intermediate Advanced
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9.
Which of the following best describes your proficiency with Microsoft Excel? None Beginner Intermediate Advanced
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10.
Which of the following best describes your proficiency with Microsoft Access?
None Beginner
Intermediate Advanced
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11.
Briefly describe your experience using geodatabase and database management.
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