GIS SPECIALIST
MUSCOGEE (CREEK) NATION
Seeking a GIS SPECIALIST
Description: Under the direction of the GIS Manager, the applicant will perform a wide variety of tasks relative to the development and maintenance of the tribes geospatial and other databases. This includes collecting, formatting, editing and maintain both spatial and tabular data, as well as historical documents, deeds, surveys and related items. The applicant will also work outside on data collection activities and operating and/or assisting with the UAV/UAS drone. The applicant will also assist in the day-to-day operations of the Geospatial Department and providing technical assistance as needed.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ability to read legal descriptions, surveys and map documents
- Knowledge of ESRI ArcGlS software, specifically ArcGlS Pro and ArcGlS Online and other database software
- Knowledge of commonly used mapping and cartography concepts, including best practices and procedures
- Perform basic spatial analysis, queries, geo-referencing and formatting data
- Assist in creating, editing and updating geospatial, tabular and other forms of data
- Use Trimble GPS data collector and software systems such as Trimble TerraFlex and ESRI Field Maps to collect data in the field
- Assist with UAS/UAV drone operations including policy and procedures, FAA part 107 licensing, and working with the software components of planning and processing the final product as needed with the possibility to become a licensed drone pilot
- Ability to work with a variety of technical equipment (GPS, drone, laser measure, etc) and software systems/ programs (GIS, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, etc)
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work individually or in a team setting on various projects
- Assist with large format scanning, copying, printing and lamination
Minimum Requirements:
- Associates degree from a two-year college or university in GIS, Geography, Cartography, or Computer Science/lnformation Systems or closely related field OR certificate in GIS.
Preferred Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Cartography, or Computer Science/lnformation Systems or closely related field
- Experience with ESRI ArcGlS Products
Muscogee (Creek) and Indian Preference
