Engineering Technician (GIS/Mapping Emphasis)
Apply NowCompany: City of Everett, WA
Location: Everett, WA 98208
Description:
Salary: $6,252.00 - $7,589.00 Monthly
Location : Everett, WA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: A25014
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 02/06/2025
Closing Date: 3/2/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Nature of Work
The City of Everett is accepting applications on an open/competitive basis for the civil service examination for ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN/GIS Mapping.
About the Job:
This is technical, moderately complex, engineering support work performed in the field and office. Engineering Technician, GIS/Utility Mapping emphasis is assigned technical support for a variety of tasks and projects related to the City's GIS/utility mapping functions. Employees in this class may be expected to have technical knowledge and proficiencies, gained through training and experience, in one or more of the following areas depending on assignment: record keeping, graphics, project scheduling, use of GIS software, and field research. The work of Engineering Technicians (GIS/Utility Mapping) may be reviewed while in progress or upon completion by a technical supervisor. Once an employee gains proficiency in his/her assigned tasks, more independence and discretion is expected in handling projects and priorities.
For a full description of this position, please see the class specification on the City's
About the Division:
The Everett Public Works Department is responsible for water and wastewater systems, surface and stormwater management, and street maintenance. Public Works strives to maintain functional, safe, and efficient infrastructure for all Everett residents. The Utility Mapping group is part of the Public Works department and maintains most of the City's GIS data. Utility Mapping also provides support for other groups within the department as well as external clients.
Why Everett?
Working for City government is personally rewarding for those looking to make an impact at the community level. As an employer, we advocate for employee professional growth and value work-life balance.
The City of Everett is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our goal is to recruit and hire capable and engaged job candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds. We are committed to creating and supporting an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees.
The City provides excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, a retirement pension through , and basic life insurance plans. Employees will also accrue vacation, sick, and holidays throughout the calendar year. For more information on benefits for this position, click here:
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
HOW TO APPLY
The standard City of Everett Application Form. Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire for Engineering Technician/GIS Mapping.
EXAMINATION STEPS
IMPORTANT NOTES
Filing Opens: February 6, 2025
Filing Closes: March 2, 2025
Open/Competitive A25014
The City of Everett provides a to eligible members consisting of the following:
Benefits for the eligible employee and eligible dependents begins the first day of the third month following the employee's hire date (i.e. if hired in March, benefits start May 1st.) Premiums for Delta Dental and VSP Vision are paid by the City on behalf of the employee for single or family coverage. Premiums for HMA Medical and Kaiser Medical Coverage are shared by the employee. Premiums for Life, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage on behalf of the employee are paid by the City.
An additional life insurance benefit is available through a Voluntary Life insurance program for the employee, spouse and children. The employee pays the premiums for this benefit.
It is mandatory that both the City and the employee pay into the Department of Retirement Systems for Washington State.
Three voluntary Deferred Compensation programs are available for employee participation.
A Flexible Spending Plan is available that allows you to make pre-tax contributions for Health Care reimbursement and/or Dependent Care reimbursement for eligible expenses not covered by medical insurance.
Employees are responsible for their own Long Term Disability premiums through the AFSCME Union. Contact Tyler Johnson at (425) 257-8010 for information on premiums and coverage.
The Employee Assistance Program EAP is provided free of charge to eligible employees and family members.
Vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits are provided to eligible employees in accordance with the Labor Agreement.
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Important! Please read ALL of the instructions below: Please treat this supplemental questionnaire as a TEST. Your responses to the supplemental questionnaire will be the source of information used to determine whether you meet the eligibility requirements to move on in this process. Please note that strictly AI generated answers tend to not score well.Your supplemental questionnaire will be individually reviewed and evaluated. The supplemental questionnaire will be "blind rated," and raters will only have the information you have provided on this questionnaire. Applicants will be accountable for the accuracy of their representations made in the supplemental questionnaire. These representations will be verified by the City. I have read and understand the above instructions.
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Please DESCRIBE IN DETAIL how you meet the following minimum qualifications for the position of Engineering Technician - GIS/Utility Mapping:
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Describe IN DETAIL your experience using ArcGIS desktop software such as ArcMap and ArcGIS Pro to inspect, update, and/or maintain GIS database features, with an emphasis on data maintained in an enterprise geodatabases.
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Describe IN DETAIL your experience working in a production environment updating and/or preparing standardized maps and project related figures. Be specific in describing your duties.
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Describe IN DETAIL your knowledge and experience with GIS data collection including GPS, surveying, inspections, and/or studies in the field.
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Describe IN DETAIL your ability to perform basic spatial analysis, data conversions, and/or report generation of GIS data.
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Please describe IN DETAIL your knowledge/skills with the following software (Please include the version of the software you are basing your rating on):
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List other software you are proficient with and feel may be helpful in this position, i.e., GPS software, asset management, free/open source GIS software, Database, Graphics, Presentation, etc.
Required Question
Location : Everett, WA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: A25014
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 02/06/2025
Closing Date: 3/2/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Nature of Work
The City of Everett is accepting applications on an open/competitive basis for the civil service examination for ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN/GIS Mapping.
About the Job:
This is technical, moderately complex, engineering support work performed in the field and office. Engineering Technician, GIS/Utility Mapping emphasis is assigned technical support for a variety of tasks and projects related to the City's GIS/utility mapping functions. Employees in this class may be expected to have technical knowledge and proficiencies, gained through training and experience, in one or more of the following areas depending on assignment: record keeping, graphics, project scheduling, use of GIS software, and field research. The work of Engineering Technicians (GIS/Utility Mapping) may be reviewed while in progress or upon completion by a technical supervisor. Once an employee gains proficiency in his/her assigned tasks, more independence and discretion is expected in handling projects and priorities.
For a full description of this position, please see the class specification on the City's
About the Division:
The Everett Public Works Department is responsible for water and wastewater systems, surface and stormwater management, and street maintenance. Public Works strives to maintain functional, safe, and efficient infrastructure for all Everett residents. The Utility Mapping group is part of the Public Works department and maintains most of the City's GIS data. Utility Mapping also provides support for other groups within the department as well as external clients.
Why Everett?
Working for City government is personally rewarding for those looking to make an impact at the community level. As an employer, we advocate for employee professional growth and value work-life balance.
The City of Everett is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our goal is to recruit and hire capable and engaged job candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds. We are committed to creating and supporting an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees.
The City provides excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, a retirement pension through , and basic life insurance plans. Employees will also accrue vacation, sick, and holidays throughout the calendar year. For more information on benefits for this position, click here:
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Successful completion of a two (2) year course in civil engineering or GIS technology at a community college or vocational institute, which included courses in GIS mapping technology and related mapping software; AND
- One (1) year of technical experience directly related to GIS technology, including work with public works and utilities, civil engineering, mapping, aerial photography, and related mapping software; OR
- Any equivalent combination of training or experience.
HOW TO APPLY
- Application materials may be accessed via
- All applicants are required to complete and submit the following:
- Applications must be submitted through the City's online application system by 5:00 p.m. on March 2, 2025 to be considered.
- LATE, INCOMPLETE, FAXED, OR EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
EXAMINATION STEPS
- There will be a pre-screening of all applications.
- Responses to the supplemental questionnaire will be individually reviewed and evaluated (weighted 30%).
- Top-scoring applicants will be called to an oral panel interview (weighted 70%) to take place tentatively mid March.
- All vacancies in this job class will be filled from the ranked Civil Service register established from the examination process for 12 months.
IMPORTANT NOTES
- A passing grade of 70.00 or higher is required on all parts of the screening process for placement on the ranked Civil Service eligible register.
- The examination process is designed to sample and measure the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Applicants claiming veterans' preference points in accordance with RCW 41.04.010 as amended and meeting eligibility criteria must submit form DD214, or its equivalent or successor discharge paperwork, that characterizes his or her service as qualifying discharge as defined in RCW 73.04.005.
- Extensive background checks will be conducted.
- This job classification is represented by the AFSCME Union.
Filing Opens: February 6, 2025
Filing Closes: March 2, 2025
Open/Competitive A25014
The City of Everett provides a to eligible members consisting of the following:
- Kaiser Permanente CORE HMO or HMA Self-insured Medical Plan
- Dental Plan 12 through AFCME Council 2 Trust
- Vision insurance through Vision Service Plan (VSP).
- Life Insurance for the employee in the amount of 1x the annual salary
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Policy
Benefits for the eligible employee and eligible dependents begins the first day of the third month following the employee's hire date (i.e. if hired in March, benefits start May 1st.) Premiums for Delta Dental and VSP Vision are paid by the City on behalf of the employee for single or family coverage. Premiums for HMA Medical and Kaiser Medical Coverage are shared by the employee. Premiums for Life, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage on behalf of the employee are paid by the City.
An additional life insurance benefit is available through a Voluntary Life insurance program for the employee, spouse and children. The employee pays the premiums for this benefit.
It is mandatory that both the City and the employee pay into the Department of Retirement Systems for Washington State.
Three voluntary Deferred Compensation programs are available for employee participation.
A Flexible Spending Plan is available that allows you to make pre-tax contributions for Health Care reimbursement and/or Dependent Care reimbursement for eligible expenses not covered by medical insurance.
Employees are responsible for their own Long Term Disability premiums through the AFSCME Union. Contact Tyler Johnson at (425) 257-8010 for information on premiums and coverage.
The Employee Assistance Program EAP is provided free of charge to eligible employees and family members.
Vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits are provided to eligible employees in accordance with the Labor Agreement.
01
Important! Please read ALL of the instructions below: Please treat this supplemental questionnaire as a TEST. Your responses to the supplemental questionnaire will be the source of information used to determine whether you meet the eligibility requirements to move on in this process. Please note that strictly AI generated answers tend to not score well.Your supplemental questionnaire will be individually reviewed and evaluated. The supplemental questionnaire will be "blind rated," and raters will only have the information you have provided on this questionnaire. Applicants will be accountable for the accuracy of their representations made in the supplemental questionnaire. These representations will be verified by the City. I have read and understand the above instructions.
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Please DESCRIBE IN DETAIL how you meet the following minimum qualifications for the position of Engineering Technician - GIS/Utility Mapping:
- Successful completion of a two-year course in civil engineering or GIS technology at a community college or vocational institute, which included courses in GIS mapping technology and related mapping software; AND
- One year of technical experience directly related to GIS technology, including work with public works and utilities, civil engineering, mapping, aerial photography, and related mapping software; OR
- Any equivalent combination of training or experience.
03
Describe IN DETAIL your experience using ArcGIS desktop software such as ArcMap and ArcGIS Pro to inspect, update, and/or maintain GIS database features, with an emphasis on data maintained in an enterprise geodatabases.
04
Describe IN DETAIL your experience working in a production environment updating and/or preparing standardized maps and project related figures. Be specific in describing your duties.
05
Describe IN DETAIL your knowledge and experience with GIS data collection including GPS, surveying, inspections, and/or studies in the field.
06
Describe IN DETAIL your ability to perform basic spatial analysis, data conversions, and/or report generation of GIS data.
07
Please describe IN DETAIL your knowledge/skills with the following software (Please include the version of the software you are basing your rating on):
- ArcGIS desktop software including ArcMap and ArcGIS Pro
- ArcGIS web software including ArcGIS Online
- Microsoft Office
08
List other software you are proficient with and feel may be helpful in this position, i.e., GPS software, asset management, free/open source GIS software, Database, Graphics, Presentation, etc.
Required Question