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GIS Intern

Outagamie County

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Location: Appleton, WI
Type: Internship
Posted: 04/22/2013
Deadline to Apply: 05/03/2013
Payrate: 9.68/Hr
More Information: GIS Intern Application

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Outagamie County Land Conservation Department is seeking an Intern to assist with GIS data development. This position is a temporary full time position. This position will report directly to the County Conservationist.

Approximately 500 hours (12.5 weeks/40hrs/week)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Create GIS Soil Phosphorous data using ESRI software
  • Glean data from submitted Nutrient Management Plans
  • Tie data to current NRCS field layer data
  • Quality control of GIS data

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Candidate should be enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program or recently graduated with a bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental engineering or similar degree.
  • Qualified candidates will be fluent with ESRI software.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy when editing GIS data.
  • Knowledge and proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Possess excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
  • Good analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and maintain regular attendance.
  • Must possess a valid State of Wisconsin driver’s license.

FRINGE BENEFITS: This is a non-benefit eligible position.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS: County residency is not required as a condition of employment.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Applications will be accepted until position is filled.  Candidates will be reviewed based on a combination of education and experience.  A selection of qualified individuals will be invited to participate in the interview process.  All candidates participating in the interview process will be contacted at the conclusion of the search.  Interested individuals should send a cover letter and resume and application by May 3rd to:

Outagamie County Human Resources Dept.

410 South Walnut St.

Appleton, WI 54911

Applications are available at – 

http://www.outagamie.org/modules/showdocument.aspx?documentid=19115

Or via e-mail to – hrmail@outagamie.org

If you have further questions about the position, please contact Greg Baneck – County Conservationist at 920-832-5073 or by e-mail at greg.baneck@outagamie.org.