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GIS Intern/Seasonal

Milwaukee County Parks Department

Hourly Pay Range: $15.91 - $23.87

Milwaukee County Parks is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse work force that is demographically and racially representative of Milwaukee County residents. Milwaukee County Parks leadership is committed to honoring diverse experiences, perspectives, and unique identities, while fostering work environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.  

Job Summary: The Seasonal Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Assistant will assist with collecting high-accuracy data in the field, training staff to collect data and quality check the data back into the databases. Troubleshoot issues, maintain AGOL interactive map data collected will include but not be limited to the following infrastructure types: water, electric, site amenities, natural resources, pavement, etc.

Job Duties: 

• Collect data in the field. 
• Review GIS data after it is collected in field and review for errors using ESRI ArcPro software
• Train and assist staff with the collection of data in the field. 
• Troubleshoot and maintain GPS receiver equipment. 
• Maintain and update ESRI field maps and office editing maps. 
• Other duties as necessary for the Park Planning Division workload

Required Qualifications: 

• Current resident of WI  
• Valid WI Driver’s License during application.  
• Currently pursuing or have a bachelor’s degree in Natural Resources, Geography, or another GIS-related field.  

Preferred Qualifications: 

• At least one (1) year of mapping or GIS experience. 
• Experience with the ESRI GIS package. 
• Experience with collecting GIS field data. 

Additional Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: Ability to use a Computer,  general office equipment, camera, GPS unit and smartphone/ipad. Knowledge of all related computer and software applications such as word processing and spreadsheets. Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, reports, short correspondence and memos and follow instructions. 

APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION

Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.