CITY OF BURIEN, WASHINGTON
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Title: GIS Technician Dept. Finance – IT Division
FLSA Status: Temporary, FLSA Non-Exempt Reports to: Systems & GIS Administrator
Salary Range: $14.75 – 17.93/hour, DOQ Closing Date: 10am, June 29, 2015
The City of Burien believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. This job description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
General Position Summary
Under the direction of the Systems & GIS Administrator, the GIS Technician will provide mapping and analysis services to the City of Burien’s internal and external clients.
Position Duration
Position requires 40 hours per week for a maximum of six months.
Essential Functions
 Supports and models the identified vision, values, and behaviors of the organization.
 Contributes to the development of project ideas and plans.
 Creates, updates, and maintains GIS datasets using ArcGIS.
 Creates simple maps using ArcGIS.
 Documents project methods, schedules, and status.
 Loads paper and print cartridges on plotters.
 Attend and participate in team meetings.
 Meets with City staff to understand mapping and data needs.
 Assists in GPS data collection and inventories of City owned assets and facilities.
 Assists with quality assurance and quality control for GIS/CAD projects.
 Performs other duties as assigned.
Secondary Functions
 Conducts research, analysis, surveys, and prepares staff reports on a variety of special projects.
 Provides technical training, guidance, and support for City staff.
Job Scope
Position involves a high degree of complexity with recurring work situations with occasional variations from the norm. The incumbent will operate from established and well known procedures under a moderately high level of supervision.
Interpersonal Contacts:
Contacts are normally made with staff from other departments within the organization.
Specific Job Skills
Knowledge of
 Excellent understanding of GIS concepts, terminology, databases, map creation and analysis.
 Database concepts.
 Methods/techniques for collection, compilation and analysis of data.
 Research methods and procedures.
 Report writing techniques.
 Good analytical and problem solving techniques.
Ability to
 Operate a variety of computer equipment, using word processing, and spreadsheet software to manipulate data and to prepare reports.
 Perform research, interpret data and accurately analyze problem situations and adopt an effective course of action.
 Apply the appropriate data and software combination in order to produce a usable product.
 Conceptualize the end result of projects and how the information will be used.
 Effectively use databases.
 Foster collaborative group processes and efficiently use resources.
 Demonstrate attention to detail.
 Maintain effective work relationships with others.
 Communicate clearly verbally and in writing.
 Understand, interpret and efficiently carry out complex oral and written instructions.
 Work independently from general instructions and broad work expectations.
 Meet deadlines.
Mental Activities
Position requires continuous creativity, use of discretion, problem analysis, and the ability to read, speak, write, and understand English; frequent interpersonal skills, teamwork, and performance of basic and advanced math; occasional decision making, independent judgment and/or action and customer service; and rare presentations/teaching.
Physical Activities
Position requires continuous talking and hearing; frequent walking, sitting, and repetitive motions of hands and wrists; occasional standing, handling, and bending; and rare stooping, crawling, fingering, reaching, feeling, fingering, and kneeling. Incumbent must be able to push and pull 15 pounds, lift 30 pounds, and carry 20 pounds.
Education
B.A/B.S Degree from an accredited college or university in Geography, GIS, Engineering or related field. Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered.
Special Requirements
 Exposure to ArcGIS 10.x software
 Experience with GIS software, relational databases or spreadsheets and computers running Microsoft Windows.
 Successful completion of pre-employment background check.
 Valid Washington State Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record.
Job Conditions
Work is performed primarily in an office setting. Noise level is moderate. Position occasionally requires outdoor work.
Hazards
Working on or around traffic and open trenches; tripping hazards from construction site debris and unstable walking surfaces; unrestrained animals; contact with dissatisfied or abusive individuals.
Adopted 06/15/15
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of education and work experience. Highly qualified candidates may be invited to participate in interviews. Candidates may be asked to respond to supplemental questions in writing and may be asked to supply illustrative examples of work. A test may also be administered to assess relevant skills. Additional references may be requested of finalists.
TO APPLY
Candidates must submit a City of Burien employment application form, resume and cover letter, indicating why they are well qualified for the position to: Human Resources, 400 SW 152ND ST SUITE 300, Burien, WA 98166; FAX – (206) 248-5539 prior to the closing date and time. Applications are also available at www.burienwa.gov. If you need special accommodation in the application or examination process, please contact Human Resources at (206) 248-5504.
NOTICES
The City of Burien is an Equal Opportunity Employer and assures equal employment regardless of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, age, marital status, or presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability.
Verification of identity and United States work authorization must be completed before employment commences as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
The City of Burien has a no smoking policy in all City facilities and all City vehicles.
Work Plan
1. Provide project support on a variety of GIS related projects including finalizing the Irrigation inventory and beginning the Traffic Signal and Control Systems inventory.
2. Conduct large format scanning of paper documents and input into the digital as-built library.
3. Input and update the digital as-built library with data from the 2009 Annexation of North Highline.
4. Provide general data entry and maintenance into the GIS for production layers used by City departments from different sources and systems including Cityworks AMS and Help Desk tickets.
5. Assist in general map production depending on complexity and needs.