Find & Apply For Geographer / GIS Specialist Jobs in Chico, California

RECRUITMENT ID

471

RESIDENCY :

Candidate must be a California resident. Chico State Enterprises is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e., H-1B Visas).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Working closely with the GIS analyst and under the general supervision of the project manager, the incumbent works on various geospatial projects. Examples of duties include supporting GIS development; data input and maintenance for the Center; assisting with a multitude of GIS projects; assisting with collecting and processing GPS data; assisting project managers with scanning, data entry, data analysis, and metadata development and updates; and assisting with basic cartographic output.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Enrollment in or completion of a certificate or degree program in GIS. Requires a minimum of six months of experience working in a GIS position or related fieldwork on GIS projects. Required knowledge, skills, and abilities include: Experience with ESRI products and other enabling technologies; Good understanding of relational databases; Familiarity with GPS technology and equipment; Good organizational skills; Ability to prioritize tasks; Ability to adjust to change in a fast paced, constantly changing environment (i.e., work environment and technology); Ability to work within deadlines; Ability to function cooperatively and productively as a member of a unit; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with GIS staff; Ability to follow directions and demonstrate a willingness to learn; Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; Ability to be a self-learner, solve problems, and work independently with minimal supervision.

BENEFITS

Benefits for employees working 30 hours or more per week include employer paid life insurance ($50,000) and long-term disability; options for health, dental, and vision insurance; FSA; paid holidays including 1 personal holiday; vacation accrual (initially 10 days/year); sick leave accrual (up to 12 days/year); employer contributions to a 403(b) retirement plan (up to 8%).

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered, submit the following documents by September 13, 2026. Documents submitted after this date may not be considered. Resume

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csejobs@csuchico.edu Paper applications will not be accepted; however, Chico State Enterprises is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is happy to provide reasonable accommodation to applicants at any step of the application process. If you need assistance in this regard, or are having technical difficulties, please contact the Human Resources office at 530-898-6811 or csejobs@csuchico.edu prior to 5:00 p.m. on the document deadline date. The employer is Chico State Enterprises, a nonprofit corporation serving as an auxiliary organization of California State University, Chico. Employment is considered to be at-will.

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