Job detail for GIS Technician

Position Overview

*This recruitment is limited to the first 50 qualified external applications received by the Human Resources Department, and will close to the public without notice while still accepting applications from internal employees.

The City of Henderson announces an examination to create an eligibility list and to fill one (1) vacancy for the classification of GIS Technician in the Department of Utility Services. The eligibility list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to six (6) months or up to one (1) year, depending on employment status.**

Under general supervision, performs high quality data entry of vector and attribute data into the GIS database. Also performs technical work gathering, analyzing, and summarizing data associated with the Geographic Information System, and performs related duties as assigned.

Pursuant to the Teamsters collective bargaining agreement, full-time non-probationary employees successfully completing the assessment process will be placed on an eligibility list to be used to fill vacancies in this classification for up to six (6) months.

Probationary full-time, part-time, temporary employees, and external candidates who successfully complete the testing process will be placed on separate list(s), which may be used to fill vacancies for up to one (1) year. If the vacancy is not filled by full-time non-probationary employees, the separate list(s) may be utilized.

Salary and Benefits:

• External candidates, probationary full-time, part-time, and temporary City of Henderson employees will start at the first step of the salary range, if selected
• Work-Life Balance
• Four (4)-Day, 38-hour workweek
• May be required to work an alternative or flexible work schedule, outside of normal business hours, which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or extended hours.
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Family and Medical Leave and Extended Leave Policy
• Comprehensive benefits package*** for all full-time, regular Teamsters-represented employees including:
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, basic life and AD&D insurance
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Policy
• Retirement Benefits
• Nevada PERS (Public Employees' Retirement System)
• Retirement Health Savings (RHS) Account
• Deferred Compensation - 457(b) and 401(a) Plans
• Voluntary Benefits: Pet Insurance, Auto/Home Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, 529 College Savings Plan
• Employer Paid Financial Wellness Benefits and Education
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLSF) through the Federal Government
• Tuition and Certification Reimbursement Program, and much more!
• ***Click here to review all City Employee Benefits

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Minimum Qualifications

• Associate Degree from an accredited college or university in GIS or related field, or two years of experience performing GIS duties utilizing GIS software such as ESRI ArcGIS desktop suite
• 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

Required Documents/Assessment Information

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:

1) Completed Employment Application

ASSESSMENT DATES:

Structured Selection Interview (Weighted 100%) - Monday, October 12, 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.

Selection Process

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.