geographic information systems (gis) technician - the City of Lompoc!

CITY OF LOMPOC
(Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technician -- Series Spec)
Ability to:
ALL LEVELS:
Use manual and computer-aided systems to produce maps and related property
information;
Apply basic principles of computer and office systems, hardware, peripherals and
software to the installation, maintenance, configuring, testing, and troubleshooting
of such;
Provide technical assistance to users in matters relating to Information Systems;
Use computer-aided drafting hardware and software;
Make accurate arithmetic calculations;
Maintain accurate records of work performed;
Understand and carry out oral and written directions;
Work without close supervision in standard work situations;
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the
course of the work.
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN II - In addition to the above:
Use a sophisticated geographic information system to produce maps and related
information;
Use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines;
Read and interpret maps, aerial and ortho photographs;
Contribute effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives
and activities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of training, education and experience which demonstrates an ability to
perform the duties of the position. The typical qualifying entrance background is:
Geographic Information Systems Technician I: Equivalent to completion of two years of
college or technical school, or possession of an Associate of Arts degree with major course
work in drafting, computer science or geographic studies or a closely related field and one
year of technical experience.
Geographic Information Systems Technician II: In addition to the above, two years of
technical experience in entering data and producing finished documents using a geographic
information system as well as experience performing Information Systems related duties as
outlined above.