The Geographic Information System Technician is responsible for performing hands-on maintenance, data entry and technical support for the City’s Esri GIS system. This position is estimated to be 15 hours per week for six months, with the possibility of extending the duration and/or the weekly hours. 

Union Affiliation: Non-Union
Pay Grade: $25.00 Hourly 
Remote Tier 1: Zero (0) days remote/week

• Responsible for timely and accurate updates to existing GIS datasets, including but not limited to public safety needs, Assessor’s office needs, and departmental GIS needs. 
• Administer the Esri system including patches, updates, and user administration.
• Perform GIS procedures and interpret GIS data. 
• Create maps and other visual tools using Esri and the City’s open data portal (powered by Esri). 
• Assists users across departments with GIS tools.
• Assists staff with troubleshooting GIS issues, resolving problems in the operation and usage of GIS applications and data.

Non-Essential Job Functions: 

• Performs other duties as required.

• Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with and knowledge of the Esri GIS system.

• A combination of education, training, and experience that provides the candidate with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job will be considered. 

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel to fulfill the essential functions of the job. 
• Experience in ArcGIS Enterprise deployment, Server and Portal for ArcGIS.
• Initiative, creativity, and attention to detail required.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills required.
• Superior customer service skills are required.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to understand and comply with City standards, safety rules, and personnel policies.

Promoting a culture that reveres diversity and equity.

The City of Burlington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are strongly committed to creating a dynamic and equitable work-force that mirrors the population and world that we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services.

In addition to being an equal opportunity employer we actively encourage applicants who can contribute to our growing diversity to apply.

Applications for our employment opportunities are only accepted online through our Government Jobs website.

For accessibility information or alternative formats, please contact Human Resources Department at 802-540-2505 or careers@burlingtonvt.gov.