The City of Canton Water Department is seeking an individual for the position of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Intern. The intern is responsible for assisting staff and management in the development and maintenance of GIS projects and databases.

Salary Range: $10.87 - $17.68

Applicants must apply at governmentjobs.com. Applicants must submit a valid photo ID along with their application.  

To be eligible for the position under this examination, all applicants must be U.S. citizens or have legally declared their intention of becoming U.S. Citizens. Applicants must be 18 years of age, must be a high school graduate or possess a G.E.D, and have a valid Ohio driver's license.

Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and have completed or be enrolled in a recognized curriculum at an institution of higher education in Geographical Information Systems or a closely related program.

Applicants for this position should have the following skills and abilities:

• Experience in GIS (Geographic Information Systems), cartographic design, and data management best practices.

• Experience editing existing geodatabases, relational databases and shapefiles.

• Knowledge of basic GPS techniques.

• Ability to read and interpret basic civil engineering drawings.

• Enter new map data from various sources including but not limited to AutoCAD drawings and hard copy maps.

• Proficient with computer hardware and software including Microsoft Office, email, and internet browser programs. 

• Work in outdoor (collecting data) and indoor (office) environments.

• Ability to work independently and accomplish assigned tasks with minimal supervision.

This is a non-union, temporary position, working 20-40 hours a week.

Application Process: Internship applications are available on an as-needed basis through the online job board. The availability of internships is dependent on the needs of each participating department. You must apply through governmentjobs.com and attach the following documents:

• Driver’s license
• College transcripts (may be unofficial) if currently enrolled in college
• Resume (preferred)

The Civil Service Department will send eligible candidates to participating departments.

Participation Requirements: Students who are selected for the program are required to meet the below minimum requirements to remain an intern. If they fail to adhere to these standards, the students may be dismissed from the program.

• Students must maintain enrollment with an accredited college or university during the internship. 
• Adherence to all City and department policies regarding attendance, work hours, computer usage rules, attire, conduct, and behavior. 
• Timely completion of all assigned tasks and responsibilities. 
• Remain professional and respectful when working with fellow employees, supervisors, and members of the public

NOTICE OF DRUG TESTING REQUIREMENT

Be advised that candidates may be subjected to a drug test. Accordingly, eligibility is not considered final until drug testing has been successfully completed with a negative result.

NOTICE OF BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

Be advised that candidates may be subjected to a confidential background investigation, including, but not limited to, a criminal record check and driving record check. 

ADA COMPLIANCE

Reasonable accommodation in accordance with ADA Compliance will be made available upon request to those qualified applicants in need of it, in order to achieve the essential job functions as described above. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for appointment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliation, age, type of disability, or any other non-merit factor.