LOOKING TO GO ON AN ADVENTURE THIS SUMMER COLLECTING AND ANALYZING DATA?!

THE CITY OF HUNTSVILLE’S PLANNING DEPARTMENT WANTS YOU!

Closing Date: 3/25/2025 6:00PM Central Time

The City of Huntsville’s GIS Division of Planning is seeking qualified applicants to fill our GIS Technical Assistant (Temporary Part-Time) position(s).

Exciting Career Opportunities for Smart and Talented People.

Come join our growing Planning Team! Apply today!

About our Department:

The Planning Department provides for the orderly growth, development, and redevelopment of the City of Huntsville. A Geographic Information System (GIS) is essentially a combination of maps and databases that analyzes and displays geographically referenced information. This powerful computer-based tool can be used to capture, create, store, interpret, analyze, and visualize spatial data, attached to a unique location. Uses range from simple (viewing parcel data) to complex (criteria-based site selection for a proposed development). GIS is widely used and relies on data and information from many sources.

GIS Technical Assistant Position Overview:

This is an entry level technical position with emphasis performing GIS data gathering, collection, digitizing, conversion, editing and analysis. Applies cartographic standards to prepare maps and exhibits using GIS datasets. Apply and maintain GIS production standards in the creation and modification of GIS data. Enter as-built, survey data, field notes, plats, legal descriptions, address information, etc. in continuous effort to keep GIS databases current. Assist customers and employees with basic GIS information inquiries and maps.

The GIS Technical Assistant is a temporary, part-time position. The eight-week program is expected to start on Monday, June 02, 2025, and conclude on July 25, 2025. Details concerning orientation will be sent to the chosen applicant at a later date.

Necessary Qualifications and Special Requirements:

High school diploma from a school accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or GED certificate issued by the appropriate state agency.

A valid driver's license.

For More Information Regarding the GIS Technical Assistant Job Duties, Please Visit the Website Below:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/huntsville/classspecs/1287845

Job Post page: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/huntsville/jobs/4865660/gis-technical-assistant-temporary-part-time-grade-5?page=1&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs