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NAI Utah

GIS & Graphics Technician, Utah County

Job Description

Purpose of Position:

To provide agents with quality cartographic materials and flyers in a timely manner.

Measures of Performance: 

  • Responsiveness to agents mapping, flyer and data requests
  • Agents satisfaction with quality of work
  • Follow up with agent questions or concerns in a timely manner

Key Responsibilities:

  • Handle all graphics requests from Agents
  • Keep office hours commensurate with agent’s needs
  • Frequently consult with agents to determine new or innovative ways to use the mapping framework to provide them with the best decision-making aids available.
  • Produce high quality maps and conduct GIS analysis in a timeframe that is commensurate with the agents needs.

         Edit text, correct spelling and grammatical errors; arrange text legibly on a page for flyers

         Maintain a coherent style thus reinforcing brand recognition with maps and flyers

Qualifications:

  • Bachelors Degree in Geography
  • Strong understanding of cartographic principles

         Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

         Able to complete multiple projects during the same time frame

 

Experience Required:

  • Two years of GIS/Mapping experience
  • Knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat) desired, but not required

Department:  GIS – UT Co

Direct Supervisor:  GIS Manager

On-Site Supervisor: UT Co Player Coach

Location: UT Co



For the most current listings please look at the board next to the Geography Office (690 SWKT)

EAGLE MOUNTAIN CITY

APPPROVED CLASS SPECIFICATIONS

1.      Position Title: Planning/Engineering Intern             Revision Date:  04/08

                                                                                       EEO Code:  Administrative Support   

                                                                                       Status:  Non-exempt               

II.     Summary Statement of Overall Purpose Goal of Position: Under supervision of the Planning Director performs various projects relating to planning, engineering, surveying, GPS, GIS. Assist’s the Staff in their assigned duties.

III.    Essential Duties

 

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IV.     Additional Duties

         Perform other duties and projects as needed

 

V.     Qualifications
Education
:   Currently working on a bachelor’s degree in planning, engineering,       construction management or related field. 

License:   Valid Utah Driver's License

Knowledge of: GPS equipment and GIS computer programs.

Responsibility for:  Working with Planning and Engineering departments surveying and gathering data on City infrastructure and inputting data into GIS.

 

Analytical Ability:  Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, residents and the general public.; prioritize tasks; work well under pressure; establish effective working relationships with employees, Department Heads, and the public; relate well with a variety of persons under varying circumstances; ability to analyze  and to accurately collect data.

Communication Skills:   Contact with other departments, requiring tact and judgment to avoid friction; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and executives.

Equipment Used:   Requires regular use of GPS surveying, GIS, computer, and telephone systems.

 

 

VI.    Working Conditions:

Working outside under different weather conditions; occasional exposure to stressful situations as a result of required deadlines; occasional driving of a personal or city vehicle may be required. Moderate mental pressure and physical fatigue exist during a normal workday due to challenging and physical situations. Physical fatigue exists by carrying moderate to light survey equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person(s) assigned to this job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.  The approved class specifications are not intended to and do not infer or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person or persons.  This updated job description supersedes prior descriptions for the same position.  Management reserves the right to add or change duties at any time

POSTED: 4/29

PLANNING/ENGINEERING INTERNS

Eagle Mountain City is seeking 4 motivated planning/engineering interns for a GPS/GIS mapping project.  The interns will map City infrastructure and input data into the City GIS under the supervision of the planning and engineering departments. Operations will begin May 13 through the middle of August 2008.  This internship will pay $11.00 per hour with no benefits.   Position requirements are currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, planning/GIS, construction management or a related field.  Prefer experience with GPS/surveying equipment and GIS.

Resume to DeAnna Whitney, HR Coordinator, 1650 E. Stagecoach Run, Eagle Mountain, UT 84005, or by email at dwhitney@emcity.org.  Resumes will be accepted until
the position is filled.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Posted on www.eaglemountaincity.com 04/10/2008

Posted with BYU Geography Department 04/10/2008

Posted on City bulletin boards 04/10/2008

Posted with UVSC internship program 04/10/2008

POSTED: 4/15

WANTED:       Part-time Unpaid Intern, Washington County Public Works Department

WHO:              A self-motivated individual eager to learn new skills

WHAT:            Assisting the GIS/Building Safety Office

WHEN:            Submit application by Friday, May 16th 2008

                        http://www.washco.utah.gov/pdf/job_app.pdf

WHERE:          St. George, UT

WHY:              Gain experience and skills in a County Office environment

HOW:              Fax:      435-652-5781

                        Email:   gis@washco.utah.gov

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

The GIS Office maintains Washington County mapping data. Maps are provided for County projects, and GIS support is available to County Offices using GIS applications. In addition, Washington County GIS provides support to the Washington County Water Conservancy District, Dixie Metropolitan Planning Organization, Five County Association of Governments, and the E-911 Consolidated Communication Center.

Building Safety

The Building Department conducts plan reviews for all new construction, issues building permits, and inspects structures through all phases of construction to ensure they comply with current codes. The Building Department also enforces the County Zoning Ordinances and manages the floodplain.

Nancy H. Lucchetti

Washington County

GIS Coordinator

(435) 652-5831

posted 5/5/2008