Lead GIS Data Technician

Job Summary:

Pro-West & Associates is looking for a Lead GIS Data Technician who will serve as an integral member of our data development team providing experienced level GIS data development and maintenance skills within our fast-paced technology environment.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as lead data technician for developing and attributing geospatial data and databases
• Assist in developing project standards to accurately create and attribute geospatial data 
• Train GIS Technicians on project-specific standards
• Administer quality control processes to assure data quality and integrity
• Document project and data discrepancies
• Attend in house project meetings, specific to assigned development project
• Maintain and develop ArcGIS desktop skills through relevant and approved trainings

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geography/GIS, Science, Engineering or related field, AA degree with GIS emphasis, or 3 years’ GIS technical experience in lieu of degree.
• 3 years’ experience developing GIS data
• Technical experience with ArcGIS Advanced
• Experience editing geodatabase features and attributes
• Experience with data development technologies and processes, and quality control
• Experience with transportation, natural resources, land records, or hydrography

Required Skills:

• Expertise in GIS data development processes and quality control for geospatial data and databases
• Ability to document technical processes and discrepancies to correct errors
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and ability to work in a team environment

Desired Skills:

• Expertise with Bentley MicroStation and AutoDesk AutoCAD
• Cartography for report figures, map services, and presentations

To Apply:

Send resume and cover letter to:

Pro-West & Associates, Inc.

Attn: PWA Human Resources

PO Box 812

Walker, MN 56484

OR Email resume and cover letter to: pwajobs@prowestgis.com