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Meridiancity

GIS Intern (Part-Time)

Hall, NY

$15/hr

Internships are available to college students who are currently enrolled in a GIS related program or taking GIS related courses. * Currently enrolled as a sophomore, junior, or senior in an ...

Idaho Fish and Game

GIS Analyst III

Boise, ID · On-site

$36.16 - $45.20/hr

Public Sector Student Loan Forgiveness (eligibility requirements may apply) * Employee Assistance ... Manage GIS-related projects and/or provide expertise as part of a cross-bureau project team.

LUMA

GIS Analyst III

Boise, ID · On-site

$36.16 - $45.20/hr

Public Sector Student Loan Forgiveness (eligibility requirements may apply) * Employee Assistance ... Manage GIS-related projects and/or provide expertise as part of a cross-bureau project team.

Arch Aerial LLC

Junior GIS Technician

Houston, TX

Students, recent graduates, or those looking to enter the unmanned aerial systems (UAS) field with a GIS focus are encouraged to apply. This is a salary position with varying desk and fieldwork ...

Arch Aerial LLC

Junior GIS Technician

Houston, TX · On-site

Students, recent graduates, or those looking to enter the unmanned aerial systems (UAS) field with a GIS focus are encouraged to apply. This is a salary position with varying desk and fieldwork ...

Arch Aerial LLC

Junior GIS Technician

Houston, TX · On-site

Students, recent graduates, or those looking to enter the unmanned aerial systems (UAS) field with a GIS focus are encouraged to apply. This is a salary position with varying desk and fieldwork ...

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A GIS Student job typically involves assisting with geographic information system (GIS) tasks such as data collection, spatial analysis, and map creation. Students in this role may work with GIS software like ArcGIS or QGIS to process and visualize geographic data. They often support projects related to urban planning, environmental management, or transportation. This position provides hands-on experience with GIS tools and techniques, helping students develop practical skills for future careers in geospatial analysis.

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GIS Analyst

GIS Analyst

Beaufort County School District

Beaufort, SC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Classified Staff
Date Posted:
2/4/2026
Location:
OPERATIONS SERVICES DEPARTMENT
POSITION PURPOSE: Manages the day-to-day operations and functions of a facilities management GIS system and assists with the Asset Management databases that store facilities related information.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Data Management: Maintains the Facilities Management GIS system including adding/deleting users, creating new data layers, collecting, organizing, and maintaining geographic data, including data acquisition, data creation and editing, and database management. Gathers scope level information from Project Managers to input into database for annual publication of the Capital Improvement Plan list/scope book. QA/QC floor plan data to add as renovation projects are completed. Works with staff to keep room usage and employee assignments by space for each building.
  • Spatial Analysis and Geocoding: Using multiple GIS software packages (ESRI, MapInfo Professional, etc.), performs spatial analysis tasks such as data overlay, buffering, proximity analysis, and spatial statistics. Geocodes student data at least annually for use in projecting future enrollments.
  • Map Production: Creates visually appealing and informative maps charts, and graphs to present geospatial analysis results to both technical and non-technical audiences, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and effective communication of information in print and web-based formats. Annually posts the interactive attendance zone maps on the district's website through ArcGIS online. Provides maps for District Departments as needed.
  • Database Design: Assists in the design and development of GIS databases, including schema design, table creation, indexing, and optimization for efficient storage and retrieval.
  • Quality Assurance: Performs data quality checks to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of all spatial data, identifying and resolving errors or anomalies.
  • Project Coordination: Collaborates with multiple stakeholders to define GIS/Asset Management project requirements, timelines, and anticipated results.
  • Assist Transportation Department with the development and maintenance of GIS routing software program.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES: Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Director of Facilities Planning and Construction, and the Chief Operations Officer, Superintendent or other district office administrator as designated by the Superintendent.
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geography, Computer Science or closely related field
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
  • GISP credentials preferred.

EXPERIENCE:
  • Minimum two (2) years of experience with the ArcGIS software suite and extensions
  • Experience with ArcGIS editing functions, spatial analysis, and geoprocessing model fundamentals
  • Experience with ArcGIS Online and other GIS cloud applications
  • Working knowledge of development technologies such as XML, HTML 5.0, JavaScript, and Python
  • Ability to manage many competing priorities at once
  • Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral form with multiple stakeholders
  • Asset Management experience is preferred but not required.
  • Good problem-solving skills in a team environment
  • Knowledge of maintaining enterprise GIS
  • Ability to develop a new GIS database from start to finish.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.
Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:
  1. Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job.
  2. Sit, stand and walk for required periods of time.
  3. Speak and hear.
  4. Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision.
  5. Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
  6. Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, technology equipment, computers, and/or controls.

WORK PLACE EXPECTATIONS:
  1. Work effectively with and respond to diverse cultures or backgrounds.
  2. Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean and professional manner for the assignment and work setting.
  3. Have regular and punctual attendance.
  4. Follow all District policies, work procedures, and reasonable requests by the proper authorities.
  5. As an employee of Beaufort County School District, I am to adhere to confidentiality as directed by Federal, State and Local Laws/Regulations; and in accordance with district administrative rules as it pertains to sensitive information, employee information and student information. Failure to adhere to confidentiality may result in disciplinary actions, up to and including termination of employment.

REPORTS TO: Director of Facilities Planning and Construction
DAYS PER YEAR: 260
SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Paid on the Classified Staff Salary Schedule Salary Level 114
EMPLOYEE GROUP: Classified
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Must apply online by completing an "Administrative" application and adding this specific job to your online application.
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
EMPLOYEE'S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT:
1. I have reviewed the above position description and understand its contents.
2. I am aware that my position description may be revised or updated at any time and once notified of changes, I remain responsible for knowledge of its contents.
3. I hereby certify that I possess the physical and mental ability to fulfill the essential functions of the above position with or without reasonable accommodation(s). If I require accommodation(s) in order to fulfill any or all of these functions, I agree to provide information to the District regarding the requested accommodation(s).
Employee's Name (Print): ___________________________________
Employee's Signature: ___________________________________
Date: __________________________
THE BEAUFORT COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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