Parks GIS Intern

Under the general direction of the Parks Project, Data, and Grants Manager, assists in basic duties related to the Ottawa County Parks and Recreation Commission GIS databases.

This internship has been approved for up to 500 hours, with a flexible schedule, working at the Fillmore Complex at 12220 Fillmore St. West Olive, MI, 49460.

Essential Job Functions

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

Assist with editing geodatabase files in ArcGIS Pro

Assists with editing 365/Sharepoint Lists in Office 365

Assist with data collection in the field

Performs other functions as assigned

Required Education, Training and Experience

Currently enrolled in a college or university, preferably at a junior or senior status or a post-graduate seeking professional experience. Class work from an institution that offers computer science, geographic information systems, geography, information technology, civil engineering, cartography or closely related field.

Additional Requirements and Information

Required Knowledge and Skills:

Preferred basic knowledge of applications in ESRI 10.x software including ArcGISPro, ArcGIS Desktop, ArcCatalog, ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Server.

Preferred basic knowledge of databases, 365 knowledge.

Ability to interact positively and objectively with department directors, elected officials, coworkers, end-users, user committees, vendors, and internal and external clients from a wide range of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds and with varying levels of technical knowledge and skills.

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations, including, but not limited to, visual and/or audiological appliances and devices to increase mobility.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in a normal office environment.

DISCLAIMER:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Ottawa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer