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Geographic Information Systems Technician

Job Code: 15-1299.02                                                Salary: $22.14 - $50.57

Status:  Full-time, Non-exempt                                Department: Technical Support

Location: Teionkwarihwaienawà:kon                      Reports To: Technical Support Manager

Telecommute: No                                           Fleet: Yes

 

Summary: Perform surveying and mapping duties, obtain data used for construction, mapmaking, boundary location, or other purposes. May calculate mapmaking information and create maps from source data, such as surveying notes, aerial photography, satellite data, or other maps to show topographical features, boundaries, and other features

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: 

  • Implement and manage cloud-based GIS solutions and services.
  • Utilize scripting languages (e.g., Python) for automating GIS workflows and data processing.
  • Collect, process, and analyze geospatial data from diverse sources, including satellite imagery, LiDAR, GPS, and field surveys.
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive geospatial databases, ensuring data integrity and accuracy.
  • Perform spatial analysis to support decision-making, including suitability analysis, network analysis, and change detection.
  • Integrate and analyze data from IOT devices.
  • Design and develop interactive web maps and GIS applications for internal and public use.
  • Utilize ArcGIS Online and other web GIS platforms to create and share geospatial information.
  • Create high-quality cartographic products for reports, presentations, and publications.
  • Employ advanced visualization techniques to effectively communicate geospatial information.
  • Create and maintain 3D models of infrastructure and land.
  • Stay abreast of emerging GIS technologies and trends, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, and remote sensing.
  • Evaluate and implement new GIS tools and techniques to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Research and implement new ways that GIS can benefit the department in time/cost savings.
  • Collaborate with tribal departments, external agencies, and stakeholders to gather and share geospatial information.
  • Communicate technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Conduct field surveys using GPS and other data collection equipment.
  • Perform QA/QC checks on collected data to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Distribute pertinent data to outside agencies or contractors where necessary to assist in efficiency of work. Help plan and design work site plans.
  • Maintain detailed documentation of GIS workflows, data sources, and procedures.
  • Prepare reports and presentations summarizing geospatial analyses and findings.

Supervisory Responsibilities: There are no supervisor requirements for this position.

Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Due to the sensitive nature of information obtained, must maintain strict confidentiality at all times.

Education and/or Experience: 

  • Associate's degree in Geography, GIS, Environmental Science, or a related field AND

    • Two (2) years of experience in a GIS-related role.

    OR

  • Equivalent combination of related education and experience equaling four (4) years.
  • GISP Certification is Preferred.

 

Other Skills and Abilities: Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.   Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, ESRI ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and related applications.   Proficient in, including experience with extensions such as ArcGIS; Spatial Analyst, 3D Analyst, and Network Analyst.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Additional Requirements: Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract in accordance with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Fleet Policy. The successful candidate must pass a drug test and criminal background check prior to employment. 

Applicants must submit letter of interest, resume, and supporting documents (certificates, degrees, licenses). Applicants that are eligible for native preference must include Tribal Identification Card, Status Card or letter to be eligible for Native Preference. All submissions can be emailed to human.resources@srmt-nsn.gov or by mail to Human Resources, Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, 71 Margaret Terrance Memorial Way, Akwesasne, NY 13655. Due to our network security, we are unable to open hyperlinks. Applicants will need to attach their documents as a PDF or WORD files if emailing. Applicants must clearly outline that they meet the qualification requirements on their resume.

NATIVE PREFERENCE POLICY

The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe strives to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to the policy of nondiscrimination based on race, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, physical disability, veteran status or any other non-job-related factor. Among qualified applicants, the SRMT will give preference to the qualified native applicant.

DRUG TESTING POLICY

All positions require the successful candidate to pass a drug test for illegal substances prior to employment being confirmed.

BACKGROUND CHECK

Some positions require candidate(s) to successfully pass a criminal background check prior to beginning employment, used solely for employment related purposes. Depending on the position there maybe multiple background checks.

INTERVIEW

Testing in the applicable skills may be required as part of the interview process.

EMPLOYEE COVID VACCINATION POLICY

Effective July 3, 2023, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe no longer requires the COVID-19 Vaccination for any positions within the organization, to include Health Services.