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Geographic Information System (GIS) Specialist Intern

Wisconsin Department of Transportation
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This position will assist in geolocating transportation system information and improvement project documentation in WisDOT GIS platforms.  Under specific direction, this position will assist in:

  • Geolocating jurisdiction transfers from improvement projects documentation
  • Geolocating intergovernmental agreements
  • Pulling and retrieving highway project records
  • Update daily logs
  • Providing Quality Assurance

Goals of this position are:

A. Geolocating content and updating GIS files

A1. Development and insertion of various types of data into GIS databases

A2. Utilize geospatial mapping and geoprocessing tools

A3. Conduct GIS data collection, assessment, and integration of GIS layers

A4. Maintain a daily log of scanning and indexing activities

A5. Review project files for source files, official location, electronic document management system.

A6. Documenting and communicating process changes

B. Maintain effective communication and working relationships with business areas and project teams

B1. Communicate effectively with employees in a positive working environment

B2. Provide communication and status updates to project leads and management

B3. Assist in status meetings

B4. Keep project team well informed of changes

 

This position requires on a regular basis the ability to lift and carry files, boxed records and equipment up to 40 pounds, climb ladders, bend and stoop, work in closed storage areas.