Geospatial Research Assistant Jobs in Nevada (NOW HIRING)

Serve your community. Make a difference. Grow your career.
MEANINGFUL WORK awaits you here at the City of North Las Vegas.
We serve one of the largest and culturally diverse cities in the nation, and our community continues to grow. If you value Accountability, Communication, and Teamwork, you will find that CNLV is a great workplace to be!
You MATTER here.
A paid intern is an essential member of our team.
We invite you to APPLY and help contribute to CNLV'S growing success!
Before you start the application, thoroughly review the essential information and selection process outlined below.
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
THE ROLE
The Survey/GIS Intern will support the Public Works Survey and GIS Division by assisting with a variety of technical and administrative activities that support municipal surveying and geospatial operations. This includes scanning, indexing, and organizing historical survey records, performing document management and quality control of digital files, maintaining GIS data, assisting with map production, and supporting CAD drafting and survey research. The intern may also assist with organizing field data, preparing surveying equipment, and providing support to field crews as needed. Depending on the intern's qualifications and departmental priorities, they may have the opportunity to assist with GIS analysis, GPS data collection, field surveying activities, and other geospatial projects under the guidance of professional staff. Beyond the technical work, this internship provides hands-on exposure to municipal surveying, GIS, and infrastructure development while offering the opportunity to build practical skills, gain experience with industry-standard technologies, and contribute to projects that support the City's planning, engineering, and public works operations
The hourly pay for this position is $15 - $19 (based on education level).
Work Schedule
This position is scheduled to work up to 28 hours weekly between Monday and Thursday, 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Hours are flexible.
This internship period will start August 24th and end on December 10th
Part-Time/Temporary Position

• This position is a part time/temporary position and does not include health or medical benefits.
• Hours for this position will not exceed 935 per calendar year (see weekly hours for this position under work schedule).

Submit a Complete Application

• For your application to be considered, you MUST fully complete an online application by providing sufficient information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications, attaching required documentation, and answering ALL questions provided.
• Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this announcement and click "SUBMIT" at the end of your application.
• Required Attachments:
  1) Resume
  2) Letter of Intent
  3) Most Recent Unofficial Transcript

IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate is a motivated student currently pursuing a degree in Land Surveying, Geomatics, Geospatial Science, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geography, Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, or a related field. We are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to learn, with strong computer skills and the ability to adapt to new technologies such as GIS and CAD software. The ideal candidate communicates effectively, works well both independently and as part of a team, and is comfortable following technical procedures in both office and field environments. Coursework or experience in GIS, CAD, surveying, mapping, plan reading, or records management is preferred but not required. Most importantly, we're looking for someone with a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and an interest in gaining hands-on experience supporting municipal surveying, mapping, and geospatial operations.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Current enrollment in any of the following degree programs: Geographic Information Systems, Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology (Civil or Geomatics emphasis), Urban Planning (with GIS coursework) or a related field
• Current enrollment with a minimum of 6 credit hours per semester (undergraduate level) or 3 credit hours per semester (graduate level)
• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply
• Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher
• A valid Nevada driver's license
• Legal right to work in the U.S.

SELECTION PROCESS
1. Online Application

• Interested candidates MUST submit a completed application through the City's application system.
• Evaluation of meeting requirements will be made solely on information provided on the application and any required attachments.

2. Pre-Employment Screening: Selected candidates for this position are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes but is not limited to local & state criminal history check; national criminal history check; drug screening; and in select positions, a Child Abuse & Neglect Registry clearance for applicants 18 years of age or above.
3. Selection/Offers

• The selection process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.
• 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.
• Candidates who possess the strongest skills and experience will be invited by the Hiring Dept. for an interview.
• If you are not selected for an interview but meet the eligibility requirements, you may be considered for similar intern positions that may open in the future, up to 12 months from the time the job was originally posted.

QUESTIONS?
For questions about this position or the selection process, please contact: Internship Program at Internship-Program@cityofnorthlasvegas.com.