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City of Lee's Summit
GIS Engineering Technician Or Senior GIS Engineering Technician
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A GIS Analyst gathers data that can be used in geographic information system (GIS) maps or products. Gathers data from existing maps and reports; gathers information on people, plants, animals, buildings, natural terrain and elevation.
$62,365 / year median in Kansas
+8% projected growth
Job Description
The City of Lee's Summit is a thriving, progressive community situated 16 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. With an estimated population of over 107,000, Lee's Summit has all the very best attributes of a small town while enjoying the amenities of a large city. Complemented by a growing business community and superior quality of life, Lee's Summit has become one of the largest cities in Missouri. Lee's Summit boasts an award-winning school system and holds national accreditations for its Parks and Recreation, Fire, Police and Public Works services. Lee's Summit has a strong appreciation for arts, culture and entertainment, making it a vibrant place to live and work. The cultural scene includes public art installations, musical performances, theatre productions and Fourth Friday Art Walks. Recently named America's Great Neighborhood by the American Planning Association, Lee's Summit's historic downtown district provides a unique network of restaurants, boutiques and businesses. Special events such as Oktoberfest and Downtown Days draw visitors from all over the Kansas City metro. Lee's Summit offers countless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. With 30 parks, 92 miles of trails and numerous regional lakes, most residents live within close proximity to a recreational activity. Lee's Summit continues to receive regional and national recognition for its endless amenities for residents of all ages. Among the notable recognitions, the city received gold certification as a Community for all Ages and was designated a Walk Friendly Community and Bicycle Friendly Community. The GIS Engineering Technician, under the general supervision of a Supervisory Engineer, bridges the gap between engineering records, field conditions and spatial data. This role maintains and analyzes the City's GIS database and may create engineering plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D. The GIS Engineering Technician also oversees records database maintenance. The Senior GIS Engineering Technician, under the general supervision of a Supervisory Engineer, bridges the gap between engineering records, field conditions and spatial data. This role builds, maintains, and analyzes the City's GIS database and may create engineering plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D. The Senior Engineering Technician also oversees records database maintenance.