Asset Technician

Full Salary Ranges: $ 26.57- $38.53 Hourly   

Anticipated Hiring Ranges: $ 26.57- $32.55 Hourly

Why do I see two salary ranges?

The City of Greeley in compliance with Colorado state law, includes a salary range for all positions posted.  This law is intended to improve wage transparency.  The City of Greeley, in support of wage transparency, posts both the full salary range for each position (what you might anticipate your earnings could be if you work for the City of Greeley for some time), as well as the anticipated hiring range (the range within which the City anticipates making an offer).  The actual offer extended will be based on your years of relevant experience, education, certifications and potentially other factors.  

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Benefits: This position is benefits eligible. Please view our benefits guide here.

Job Summary:

City of Greeley is seeking an energetic, responsible person to join the Culture, Parks & Recreation Department (CPRD) as a seasonal GIS data technician. In this position, you will gain hands-on experience supporting the department’s GIS, asset management, and field data collection efforts. You will work with CPRD staff to collect, verify, and maintain GIS data that supports the management of department assets in both Asset Essentials and CityWorks.

Assignments will be tailored to provide a variety of opportunities to expand current GIS knowledge and skills while also offering opportunities to understand integration across platforms and gain experience with enterprise GIS and asset management systems.

This position is anticipated to work 20 – 40 hours per week. The term of the position is up to approximately December 31, 2026.

Experience, Knowledge, Skills:

Minimum Requirements:

• High school degree or equivalent

• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel), ESRI products

• (ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS pro, Field Maps, etc.)

• Must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license

OR

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job,

AND

• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Preferred:

• Experience collecting GPS or field data using GIS applications.

• Experience with ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS pro, Field Maps, mobile GIS applications, or enterprise asset management systems is desirable but not required.

• Students pursuing coursework or practical experience in GIS, geography, landscape architecture, natural resources, parks and recreation, planning or a closely related field.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and internet usage.

• Proficiency in ESRI ArcPro and associated applications.

• Ability to work independently.

• Self-directed and able to work without supervision.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to speak clearly and communicate effectively with co-workers and the public.

• Ability to apply common sense and critical thinking to carry out instructions and make decisions.

• within scope of authority.

• Ability to deal with problems involving several variables.

• Ability to follow policies and procedures.

• Excellent writing and communication skills.

• Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate GIS and asset data.

• Ability to learn new software applications and work across multiple GIS and asset management

• Platforms.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including face-to-face and written communication, attention to detail.

Travel:

• Category B-Regular Local/Field Based Travel: This position requires regular travel within the County and nearby cities. Employees frequently travel to field sites, client locations, or other City buildings as part of their job duties. Access to a personal or City fleet vehicle may be required.

Essential Functions:

• Collect, verify, and maintain GIS and asset inventory data for department assets using GPS- and GIS-enabled mobile applications to perform field data collection and asset verification.

• Other duties may vary based on the applicant's field of study and/or department needs.

• Responsibilities include conducting field inventories and collecting location and attribute data (e.g., photos, condition assessments) for a wide range of assets to support GIS mapping, maintenance planning, and enterprise asset management. This includes facility assets (e.g., building and facility systems, equipment, and components) for Asset Essentials, as well as park, athletic complex, natural areas, trails, open spaces, and associated amenity assets for CityWorks.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• N/A

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

Work Environment:

• This position allows flexible work hours, and the employee will work with the supervisor to create a flexible weekly schedule. 20 – 40 hours per week.

• Office environment and working outside in a variety of weather conditions.

• Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and traverse a variety of terrains.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, this position is regularly required to sit, talk and listen.

• Must be able to stand; walk; and use office equipment needed.

• The position may require the ability to lift up to 49lbs.

EOE Statement: The City of Greeley provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

ADA Statement: We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free search process. We provide accommodations for applicants requesting accommodation through the search process such as alternative formats of this posting.  Individuals with disabilities in need of accommodations throughout the search process should contact the ADA Coordinator at: [email protected] .

Conditions of Employment: The City of Greeley is an at-will employer.  Employees and the City may terminate employment at any time for any reason.  Candidates must successfully complete all pre-employment screenings and employment eligibility verification. Pre-employment screenings include a drug test, a background and national sex offender search, a motor vehicle record search, and for some positions, a physical demands evaluation. For more information about City policies and practices during the recruitment process, including but not limited to EOE, Reasonable Accommodation, and pre-employment screenings, please visit our career page HERE.