Job Summary

The Clark County Geographic Information Services (GIS) division has a current opening for a GIS Technician III. The GIS Technician III is primarily responsible for the production and maintenance of Clark County’s GIS data, custom map products, and responding to internal and external customer inquiries for GIS products, services, or technical support. Technical proficiency, creativity, productivity, proficiency with GIS data editing and presentation, a drive to innovate and improve data workflows, a solid foundation in GIS principles and practices, and strong collaboration and task management skills are key traits for success in this role.

This position reports directly to a GIS Coordinator and will serve on several inter-departmental project teams. The GIS Technician III will work alongside other GIS staff to plan and carry out work independently. Everyone is expected to work together to successfully complete tasks in accordance with deadlines, instructions, policies, and established best practices.

Our department values our community’s diversity and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public. Our department also encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.

This is a full-time, represented position and requires membership in Local 11 – OPEIU (Office and Professional Employees International Union, AFL-CIO). Initiation fee and membership dues will be deducted from employee pay.

This position has the option of a remote/hybrid work schedule possibility. However, the candidate selected must reside in OR or WA. No Exceptions.

Qualifications

The primary responsibilities of this position include:

• Tasks related to the production and maintenance of GIS data within Clark County's enterprise GIS.

• Production and maintenance of custom GIS-based map and data products, reports, and web mapping applications using Esri GIS software.

• Production and maintenance of Python scripts that automate data maintenance, data product creation, map production, and spatial analysis.

• Responding to internal and external customer inquiries for GIS products, services, or technical support.

Other responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):

• Assisting County staff and the public with requests for GIS data and map products.

• Importing GIS data from authoritative sources, digitizing map-related information, and interpreting detailed plans to update, maintain, and verify the accuracy of County’s GIS data and map products.

• Developing and maintaining metadata, documentation, and user guides for GIS data and applications.

• Performing spatial analysis and data manipulation to generate informative visualizations, maps, web apps, and reports.

• Troubleshooting and resolving GIS-related problems and customer requests.

• Training County staff on how to use Esri GIS software and Clark County GIS solutions.

• Collaborating with GIS staff on project work as needed.

• Assisting with the installation and testing of enterprise GIS-related software.

• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education and Experience:

• Education equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college with major course work in GIS, geography, planning, computer science, landscape architecture, engineering, surveying or related disciplines.

• Two years of experience in the application of Esri GIS software.

• One year of experience in developing and maintaining Python scripts that automate GIS data editing, data analysis, and/or map production.

College degrees must have been conferred by an institution of higher education and have National Recognition of Accrediting Agencies by the U.S. Secretary of Education; official transcripts may be required at the time of hire.

Knowledge of:  

Esri GIS software and computer mapping techniques; principles of GIS, mapping, and cartography; Python scripting and process automation; techniques of data maintenance and quality control; mathematics, statistics, and spatial data analysis.

Ability to:  

Operate and use various computers and computer-aided devices such as PC's, digitizers and plotters; define programming sequencing necessary to produce maps; distinguish gradations of color; understand and respond to mapping requests from the public; read, understand and work with a variety of mapping data; establish and maintain working relationships with employees and the public; work independently or as part of a team (which includes working with a diverse group of stakeholders such as elected officials, planners, field technicians, utilities, other government agencies, and citizens).

Selection Process

Application Review (Pass/Fail): 

***An online application with a resume and cover letter attached is required***

The cover letter should describe candidate’s ideal GIS position and their qualifications for the position they are applying for.  Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review.  Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Please note that resumes and other documents must be attached together in the 'Resume Upload' section of the application.  Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.

Oral Interview:

The interview will be job related and may include, not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Candidates will be required to give a short presentation on a GIS-related project they managed that demonstrates their qualifications for the position. Top candidate(s) will continue in the process.

First review of candidates will be September 19th. This recruitment may close on or after the first review date with no additional notice.

Examples of Duties

Salary Grade

Local 11.8

Salary Range

$29.69 - $40.08- per hour

Close Date

10/17/2025

Recruiter

Irene Catherine Chrest

Email:

[email protected]

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clark County is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, access, and delivery of all county services. Clark County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Plan is available at http://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.

Employee Benefits and additional compensation

Clark County provides regular full-time and part-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and long-term disability, retirement, and deferred compensation.  Some types of employees in some positions and bargaining units might have different benefits and additional compensation.  More specific benefit information for the different bargaining units can be found at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/employee-benefits. Also please refer to the specific bargaining unit contract for additional compensation at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.

Retirement Information

All Clark County employees must participate in a WASHINGTON STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM PLAN (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF).Employee contributions begin the first day of work. Current contribution rates vary by plan but could range from 5% to 15% of gross pay, depending on the plan choice. 
 

For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site here: http://www.drs.wa.gov/

If you are in need of ADA/Section 504 assistance for accommodations, please contact Human Resources at (564) 397-2456; Relay (800) 833-6388.