GIS Technician

GIS Technician

Salary

$68,308.50 - $80,691.00 Annually

Location

888 Washington Blvd., Stamford, CT

Job Type

Full Time

Department

Office of Operations

Division

Land Use Administration

Opening Date

09/26/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

Bargaining Unit

UAW

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general direction of a supervisor, creates and maintains data for the City's Geographic Information System (GIS); prepares maps and graphics; collects information in the field; does related work as required.

Supervision Received: Under the general direction of a supervisor.

Supervision Exercised: None

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Performs related duties as required.
• Creates and updates GIS database layers.
• Collects information in the field using GPS hardware.
• Develops maps utilizing ArcGIS software.
• Performs QA/QC on GIS data to insure data quality.
• Uses GIS software to perform queries and analysis of locations, relationships, and trends of data.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES

• Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Good knowledge of the fundamental concepts and applications of GIS.
• Good knowledge of ArcGIS.
• Ability to read and use survey maps, architectural plans, engineering drawings, and aerial photographs.
• Ability to read and interpret legal descriptions and tract descriptions.
• Ability to use various Microsoft Office software products.
• Ability to follow written and oral directions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A Bachelor's degree in Geography, Computer Science, Planning or a related field and one (1) year of experience in the GIS field utilizing ArcGIS software OR an equivalent combination of training, education and experience.

SCOPE OF EXAMINATION: Qualified applicants will be evaluated, scored, and ranked based on the level and quality of their related education, experience, and training, as demonstrated through the application and supplemental questions.

The City of Stamford offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes; health, vision, dental, defined benefit and/or defined contribution pension plans, free term life insurance, flexible spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care and commuter benefits. Sick bank and tuition reimbursement as well as training from the City of Stamford Training Institute.

Specific information regarding benefits are outlined in each Collective Bargaining Agreement or in the Pay Plan Document for pay plan employees.

Please click here for Union Contracts: Employee Information | Stamford, CT (stamfordct.gov)

If the position is a seasonal/temporary position, it is not eligible for union benefits.

01

Describe your education and formal training in Geography, Computer Science, Planning, GIS, or a related field. Please include: • Degree(s) earned and major or field of study; • Name of educational institution; • Date degree was awarded; • GIS-related coursework completed; • GIS certificates, technical training, or other relevant professional training; and • Any additional training directly related to GIS technology, mapping, surveying, or spatial data.

02

Describe your professional experience working in the GIS field, including your experience using ArcGIS or related GIS software. For each position where you performed GIS work, identify: • Employer and position title; • Dates of employment; • Length of GIS experience; • GIS software used, including ArcGIS products; • Types of GIS projects or assignments performed; and • Your specific responsibilities. Provide specific examples of GIS work you personally performed rather than general descriptions of your employers GIS functions.

03

Describe your experience creating, maintaining, editing, or updating GIS databases and data layers. Include specific information regarding: • Types of GIS layers or datasets maintained; • Creation or modification of feature classes, attributes, or other GIS data; • Data entry or editing procedures; • Methods used to maintain data accuracy and consistency; • GIS databases or systems used; and • Your level of responsibility for the data.

04

Describe your experience collecting geographic information in the field using GPS hardware or other field data collection technology. Include: • Types of GPS equipment or field technology used; • Types of information collected; • How field locations were identified or recorded; • Methods used to ensure the accuracy of field data; • GIS software or applications used to process the collected information; and • Examples of projects for which you performed field data collection.

05

Describe your experience developing maps, graphics, or other visual products using ArcGIS or other GIS software. For each type of mapping work performed, describe: • Purpose of the map or graphic; • GIS software used; • Data layers incorporated; • Symbology, labeling, or other map elements used; • Intended audience or end user; and • Your specific role in producing the final product.

06

Describe your experience performing quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) of GIS data. Provide specific examples of: • Errors or discrepancies you identified; • Procedures used to review GIS data; • Methods used to verify the accuracy or completeness of information; • Corrections you made or recommended; and • How you determined that the GIS data was ready for use.

07

Describe your experience using GIS software to perform queries or spatial analysis involving locations, relationships, patterns, or trends. Provide specific examples of: • The question or problem you were attempting to analyze; • GIS data used; • Query or analytical methods employed; • Results of the analysis; and • How the information was used to support a decision, project, report, or other purpose.

08

Describe your experience reading and interpreting survey maps, architectural plans, engineering drawings, aerial photographs, or similar geographic documents. Identify the types of documents you have worked with and explain how you used them in performing your GIS, mapping, planning, surveying, engineering, or related responsibilities.

09

Describe your experience reading, interpreting, or working with legal descriptions, property descriptions, or tract descriptions. Include specific examples of how you used legal or tract descriptions to identify, verify, map, research, or update geographic or property information. If you have no professional experience with legal or tract descriptions, describe any relevant education or training you have received in this area

10

Describe your experience using Microsoft Office applications in connection with your professional responsibilities. Identify the applications used, such as Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, or other Microsoft products, and provide examples of how you used them for data management, analysis, reports, correspondence, presentations, documentation, or other work related to GIS or administrative functions.

11

Describe any additional experience, education, training, certifications, technical skills, or specialized knowledge that you believe is directly related to the GIS Technician position and has not been adequately addressed in your responses above. Provide specific details regarding the nature and extent of the experience or training.

Required Question

Employer City of Stamford

Address 888 Washington Blvd.

P.O. Box 10152

Stamford, Connecticut, 06904-2152

Phone 203-977-4070

Website http://www.stamfordct.gov