What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS Assistant (Part Time) position at City of Henderson?
*This recruitment is limited to the first 150 qualified applications and will close to the public without notice while still accepting applications from internal employees.
The City of Henderson announces an examination to create a consideration for hire list and to fill two (2) vacancies for the classification of GIS Assistant (Part Time) in the Department of Utility Services. The consideration for hire list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to one (1) year.
Under direct supervision, performs technical work gathering, assessing and entering data associated with the Geographic Information System (GIS), and performs related duties as assigned.
Position Details:
- This is a part-time, PERS eligible position.
- The work schedule will consist of an average of 29 hours/week. Hours per week may increase or decrease based on Department needs.
- This position does not qualify for employer-paid benefits (other than PERS), wage increases, or union representation.
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- Graduation from high school or the equivalent
- One (1) year of experience performing data entry duties utilizing computer software such as Microsoft Excel
- Note: An equivalent combination of related education, experience, and training may be considered
- Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada or "border state" driver's license, as defined by NRS 483
- Desirable: Currently enrolled in bachelor’s degree program from an accredited college or university in GIS/Geography, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
1) Completed Employment Application
ASSESSMENT DATES:
Structured Selection Interview (Weighted 100%) - Tuesday, November 17, 2026
(Best-Qualified Candidates)
All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:
If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson online application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.
The assessment and selection process for this position will take place on the dates listed above. All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be in Henderson, Nevada, and make themselves available to participate in the testing process at any time on any of the dates listed above.The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best-qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.
Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.