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Council Approved 02-16-16
Revised 02-07-17
Revised 10-2021
City of Waukee
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: GIS Intern Reports to: GIS Coordinator
Dept/Div: Public Works/GIS Direct Reports: None
Pay Grade: Seasonal FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
JOB PURPOSE: The Geographic Information System (GIS) Intern assists in the maintenance of the City’s
GIS. Internship can be tailored to meet the requirements of the university.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
(Order of Essential Functions does not indicate importance of functions.)
1. Learns and explores all aspects of the GIS Division including: updating spatial databases, reading and
interpreting site and subdivision plans or documents and updating attribute information in tabular
databases.
2. Digitizes features to update the City’s GIS.
3. Researches, develops and maintains various software applications, programs, automated GIS tools and
products.
4. Performs data collection using Global Position System equipment.
5. Assists City departments with GIS related activities and daily GIS or general technology needs.
6. Performs other duties or assumes other responsibilities as apparent or assigned.
SUCCESS FACTORS:
1. Able to take action in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a systematic approach to decision
making.
2. Create and participate in a team environment.
3. Display honesty, trustworthiness, dependability and respectfulness at all times.
4. Display willingness to listen and learn.
5. Continually seek and accept opportunities for personal and professional growth.
6. Work efficiently and safely with little direct supervision.
7. Willing to make the extra effort to be successful.
8. Attentive to the City’s standards for customer service, accuracy, quality, efficiency and all City policies and
procedures ensuring that all work performed meets those standards.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Completed at least one year toward Bachelor’s Degree in GIS, Engineering, Community & Regional
Planning, Computer Science, Geography or related field or equivalent experience.
2. Completion of at least one course in GIS required.
3. Must possess a Valid Iowa Driver’s License and meet the requirements of the City’s motor vehicle policy.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Position requires lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds occasionally.
2. Able to function productively in a standard office environment accessing cabinets, shelving, work areas
and office equipment.
3. Able to sit for long periods of time and to maintain focus on project such as computer screen.
4. Able to maneuver in undeveloped areas on uneven surfaces for up to one mile in various types of
weather.
5. Able to effectively communicate orally (in person and over the telephone) and in writing (using electronic
devices and handwritten) in English with other employees, vendors and the community.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
1. Climate controlled office with hazards typical to that environment.
2. Position requires outdoor work where heat, cold, precipitation, and the results of weather and nature may
be encountered.
3. Position requires travel within and outside of the City which imposes common travel hazards.
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Revised 02-07-17
Revised 10-2021
4. Standard work hours will be Monday – Friday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM with occasional hours including
Saturdays and evenings as required.
5. To successfully fulfill the essential functions of this position, employee must maintain standard work hours
within Waukee Public Works Building.
6. There is no residency requirement for this position.
I have read and understand the information contained in the Job Description. I understand that this Job Description is not intended and
should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.
Also, while this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the Employer reserves the right to revise the functions and
duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as directed by the Employer. I understand that I may be
required to work overtime, different shifts or hours, outside the normally defined workday or work week. I also understand that this job
description does not constitute a contract of employment nor alter my status as an at-will employee. I have the right to terminate any
employment at any time and for any reason and the Employer has a similar right.
Signature Date
The City of Waukee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act, the City
will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, and encourages prospective employees and job
incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.