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GIS Internship


 CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
COLLEGE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
$13.33/hr 20-30 hrs./wk.

The GIS Intern will perform technical/paraprofessional tasks related to geographic information data, and mapping in application to a variety of planning, engineering, and administrative functions for the City of
Santa Clarita.

 

 The following skills, knowledge & abilities are highly desirable for program participation:

 

·        REQUIRED: Experience with computer-based GIS mapping systems ArcGIS and ArcView 3.x in the areas of data entry, editing, management, analyses, reporting, and cartographic output.
·        Data entry through on-screen digitization, keyboard data, scanning, GPS, portable data entry units, field data collection, and other methods.
·        Research, collect, compile, evaluate, reconcile, and analyze geographic data.
·        Upload & download information from other systems, and convert data received to GIS.
·        Design & produce high-quality cartographic output, suitable for publication & public display.
·        Perform quality control on data & correct errors.
·        Maintain metadata and documentation, online & hard copy.
·        Communicate effectively with staff & public.
·        Mathematical strength: add/subtract, multiply, divide, percentages, fractions, volumes, ratios, spatial relationships, etc.
·        Ability to exercise judgement, decisiveness, creativity required in situations involving evaluation of information against measurable criteria.

 

Education & Experience:
 ·        Junior, senior or master level college student studying GIS in the fields of Geography, Planning, Engineering, or Computer Science, or related field, and/or equivalent combination of education and experience in GIS. 
·        Ability to operate computer related equipment, plotter, calculator, GPS data logger and other related tools.

 

A fully completed City application form is REQUIRED to apply for this position by Friday, May 25, 2007 at 5:00pm. A resume and cover letter may be attached. APPLY ONLINE or to: City of Santa Clarita, Human Resources, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Ste. 130, Santa Clarita, CA  91355.  E.O.E.


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