What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS Technician position at Lee County?
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Lee County is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated GIS Technician to support and maintain the County's Geographic Information System (GIS). This position plays an important role in managing mapping data, supporting county departments, maintaining parcel maps, and assisting with land records and property transfers. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively across departments. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in local government, mapping technology, land records, and public service.
Essential Functions
- Maintain and update GIS databases, maps, and spatial data layers
- Assist with daily operations supporting the County GIS program
- Review legal descriptions, deeds, surveys, and plats for property transfers and parcel updates
- Maintain cadastral parcel maps, including parcel splits, combinations, subdivisions, annexations, and parcel identification number (PIN) changes
- Support farmland assessments by maintaining FARMS data and land use layers
- Create maps, reports, and visualizations for county departments and public requests
- Assist with web-based GIS applications and online mapping tools
- Perform quality control to ensure GIS data accuracy and consistency
- Support field data collection using GPS and mobile GIS tools
- Operate GIS-related equipment such as large-format plotters and scanners
- Attend GIS trainings and regional meetings to stay current with industry technology and best practices
Education & Experience
- Associate's degree in GIS, Geography, Planning, Computer Science, or related field (Bachelor's degree preferred)
- Experience with GIS software, especially ESRI products such as ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, ArcGIS Online, and ArcGIS Enterprise
- Knowledge of cadastral mapping, parcel maintenance, and legal descriptions preferred
- Familiarity with coordinate systems, PLSS, COGO, and GIS quality control processes
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Experience with local government GIS operations is a plus
Preferred experience & knowledge includes:
- ArcGIS Experience Builder, Web AppBuilder, Dashboards, and StoryMaps
- E911/NG911 GIS data maintenance
- Water and wastewater GIS data maintenance
- Python scripting, Arcade, or GIS automation workflows
Salary Range
- $50,000 - $60,000 based on qualifications and experience
Schedule
This is a full-time position with standard Monday through Friday business hours. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required based on project needs.
Why Work Here
County employment offers the opportunity to serve your community while building a stable and rewarding career. Employees enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a direct impact on local government operations.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lee County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
How to Apply
Please submit a resume or completed application to:
Lee County Human Resources
112 E Second Street, 3rd Floor
Dixon, IL 61021
or via email to sgillespie@countyoflee.org
Salary : $50,000 - $60,000