Geographic Info System (GIS) Technician
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Ann Arbor, MI | United States
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Organization: University of Michigan
Title: Geographic Info System (GIS) Technician
Location: Ann Arbor, MI
Posted: 2024-02-20
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https://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/239479/geographic-info-system-gis-technician-intermediatesenior
The University of Michigan Facilities and Operations Information Services Department is seeking a GIS Technician Senior to join the Facilities and Operations Information Services team to create, update, maintain and analyze various datasets using ESRI ArcGIS Pro, FME, and other software programs.
Compile geographic data and attributes from a variety of sources including blueprints, field observation, satellite imagery, aerial photographs, and existing maps
Create maps, utility networks, and web services using GIS software and related equipment
Gather, analyze, and integrate spatial data from staff and determine how best the information can be displayed using GIS
Meet with users to define data needs, project requirements, required outputs, or to develop applications
Analyze spatial data for geographic statistics to incorporate into documents and reports
Design and update database, applying additional knowledge of spatial feature presentations
Create Tasks, Arcade, and Notebook scripts
Enter new map data through the use of a digitizer or by direct input of coordinate information using the principles of cartography including coordinate systems, longitude, latitude, elevation, topography, and map scales
Analyze geographic relationships among varying types of data
Prepare metadata and other documentation
Move, copy, delete, and add files, drawings, and maps to output reports in hard copy or electronic transfer
Present information to users and answer questions
Retrieve and print stored maps
Conduct research to locate and obtain existing data
Maintain and comply with established internal controls
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