GENERAL SUMMARY

Under the direction of the GIS Manager, the GIS Technician works as part of a team to support the GIS needs of all tribal departments. The GIS Technician's responsibilities include, but are not limited to, custom map production, geospatial analysis, spatial data collection and management, geodatabase dataset design and web mapping application development.

Strong written and verbal communication skills are required and outstanding customer service to fellow employees, customers, vendors, etc. is expected. Regular attendance is required, and on occasion, later hours or weekend time may be required with project deadlines and a neat, well-groomed professional appearance is essential at all times.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary responsibilities are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform. This list of responsibilities is intended to be representative of the duties performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed if such duties relate to the position.

• Meet with tribal government staff to define GIS project requirements.
• Produce custom digital and hard copy maps in support of tribal government priorities.
• Create web maps and applications for use by tribal government staff and tribal members.
• Collect data in the field using GPS units and tablets.
• Create and maintain spatial data, including dataset design and metadata documentation.
• Perform geospatial analysis and produce reports, spreadsheets and related GIS products.
• Resolve technical problems and complete projects without established procedures.
• Present GIS projects, workflows and results to internal and external audiences.
• Protect the safety, integrity and privacy of the Tribe's spatial data.
• Develop working relationships with regional GIS peers, including staff at tribal, federal, state and local governments.
• Keep up with rapidly changing GIS technology by reading industry blogs, websites, white papers and attending webinars, trainings, conferences, user group meetings, etc.
• Perform other related functions in support of the GIS program and other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience

• Associates degree or equivalent coursework at a technical or vocational school in geographic information systems, geography, planning, civil engineering, natural sciences, environmental management, computer science or related field and at least one year of GIS experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's license and maintain a driving record that meets the minimum requirements established by Nisqually Indian Tribes vehicle insurance provider.
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of the Nisqually Indian Tribe's history, customs, traditions, and ability to demonstrate

• cultural sensitivity.
• Experience working with Federally Recognized Tribes.
• Experience working on GIS projects involving Pacific Northwest natural resources data.
• Experience working on GIS projects involving public works data.

SUPERVISION

This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

COMPETENCIES