The GIS Technician assists with GIS data development, ongoing maintenance, data conversions, GPS data collection, spatial analyses, web map system development (mobile GIS), and cartography. Assured ongoing hands-on exposure to many facets of GIS in a multi-department municipal government setting. Progressive responsibilities are available to motivated team members.

Essential Job Functions

• Convert, edit, or create geographic data as necessary using ArcPro and/or AGOL/Portal.
• Assure GIS spatial accuracy, feature alignments, attribute population is complete.
• Frequent communication and documentation of progress will be required.
• Support GPS data collection using ArcGIS Field Maps via Trimble R1 and R2 collectors.
• Complete infield web GIS based inspection/maintenance reports via ArcGIS Field Maps.
• Create and update data models for spatial data sets.
• Prepare GIS data and cartographic layouts for various City departments.
• Update and maintain a wide variety of spatial data sets and documentation.
• Provide training of in-house software/hardware to individuals as well as departments.
• Act as GIS liaison to City departments (e.g. Public Works, Forestry, EMS, Engineering, etc.)

Requirements of Work

• Fluent with ArcPro, ArcGIS Enterprise, and ArcGIS Online
• Knowledge of geodatabases and underlying DBMS (MSSQL)
• Ability to independently learn new software and methods and solve problems.
• Attention to detail and accuracy when editing GIS data and topology.
• Familiarity with GPS units and primary data collection in the field.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Adobe products.
• Geodatabase experience, including creation of domains and data model development desired.
• Experience using relational databases – e.g. Microsoft Access and/or SQL Server.
• Understanding of concepts including projections, datums, and coordinate systems.
• Basic familiarity with Python and Arcade desired.
• Possess excellent writing and verbal communications skills.
• Familiar with metadata standards.
• Work well independently and in collaboration with others.
• Desire to provide outstanding quality spatial data services to a variety of departments.
• Basic understanding of ArcGIS from an IT context (e.g. hardware, software, storage, security, databases, web services, etc.)

WORK CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Majority of the work is performed in a normal office setting, using, installing, and maintaining desktop applications and hardware peripherals. Some time may be spent outdoors confirming addresses or GPS locations through direct observation or through the use of a GPS device. In order to access equipment, the employee must occasionally crouch under desks, and lift/move equipment weighing 25 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds.

Learn more about our Benefits by visiting our website: www.cityofsunprairie.com/benefits

HEALTH INSURANCE
The City offers a High Deductible Health Plan and will pay 100% for family and single coverage. Point of service for providers outside of the network is also offered at an additional cost. Provider is Dean Health Insurance. Coverage begins on the 1st of the following month (i.e.; DOH=January 1st or 15th, coverage begins February 1st)

ACCESS TO OUR EMPLOYEE WELLNESS CLINIC - myspwellnessclinic.org

DENTAL INSURANCE
Delta Dental
The City provides 100% premium payment for single or family coverage. Coverage begins on the 1st of the following month.

LIFE INSURANCE
State Life Fund- Minnesota Mutual
The City provides 100% premium payment for basic coverage (1 times annual salary)
The employee has the ability to purchase at their expense supplemental coverage, additional coverage (up to 3 units),and spouse/dependent coverage. Eligibility begins 1st of the month, following 30 days of employment (ie; DOH Feb 1st, April 1st coverage begins).

Boston_ Mutual Whole Life Insurance_
The employee has the ability to purchase at their expense and eligibility would be in September of each year.

INCOME CONTINUATION INS - State Fund
This benefit provides up to 75% of your average earnings if you become disabled. The City provides coverage up to $64,000 at the 180-day elimination period. Employees can buy down to a shorter elimination period at their expense. Supplemental coverage is also available for earnings over $64,000 up to $120,000 at the employee's expense. Eligibility begins the 1st of the following month, unless you were previously employed in WRS.

VISION INSURANCE
Available for the employee to purchase at their own expense.

RETIREMENT
Wisconsin Retirement System which requires a matching 6.8% employee contribution.

Deferred Comp, Traditional or Roth IRA
The employee can participate in a 457 Deferred Comp Plan, IRA Traditional or Roth IRA, if they choose.

SICK LEAVE
Accumulation of one day per month. At retirement ability to convert sick balance up to 120 days into a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
PAID PARENTAL LEAVE
Effective September 4, 2018, all City of Sun Prairie employees who meet the eligibility criteria and have a qualifying event, shall receive 240 hours (prorated for less that 1.0 FTE) of Paid Parental Leave once per year.

VACATION
Vacation is earned on your anniversary.
Upon Start Date - 15 days vacation
Completion of 5 years - 20 days vacation
Completion of 10 years - 25 days vacation
Completion of 15 years - 30 days vacation
HOLIDAYS
The following Holidays are observed:
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday
Memorial Day,
Fourth of July Labor Day,
Thanksgiving Day the day after Thanksgiving Day,
Christmas Eve Day Christmas Day,
New Years Eve Day New Years Day.
Two Personal Days are given at the beginning of each year (prorated if hired after July 1 and not available if hired after October 1).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $57,801.88 per year

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