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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN I

Salary

$76,804.32 - $98,034.72 Annually

Location

Los Angeles County, CA

Job Type

Full time

Job Number

G4419A-R

Department

ASSESSOR

Opening Date

07/16/2025

Closing Date

7/31/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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Position/Program Information

EXAM NUMBER

G4419A-R

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT

We welcome applications from everyone!

WHEN TO APPLY

We will begin accepting online applications on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) untilThursday, July 31, 2025, by 5:00 p.m. (PT).

All applications must be receivedbefore 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Thursday, July 31, 2025, to be accepted.

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Why choose the County of Los Angeles for employment?

With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California, over 116,000 employees in more than 38 Departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.

We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. The County has more than 2,300 different job descriptions, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the country. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.

About the Assessor's Office

Our vision is to be the premier property assessment agency in the nation. Our mission is to produce an accurate and timely Assessment Roll while delivering outstanding service to the public. We believe in ethics in the work environment! We are dedicated professionals committed to serving our employees and the public.

The Opportunity

County of Los Angeles is recruiting highly motivated and career-minded individuals to fill the position of Geographic Information Systems Technician I. To view classification standards for the position, please click HERE (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty/classspecs/1066559?keywords=4419&pagetype=classSpecifications) .

Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits!

The County of Los Angeles offers an excellent benefits package that includes a Cafeteria Benefit Plan, Contributory Defined Benefit Retirement Plan, Deferred Compensation & Thrift Plans, and 13 paid Holidays. Click here (http://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/) to see a list of employee benefits.

Essential Job Functions

Uses forms and drop down menus to enter data in GIS databases; follows established procedures to select map data and objects to populate database tables and attributes.

Reviews and makes routine interpretations of data sources and uses basic GIS software functions to enter, edit and update GIS spatial data, including points, lines and polygons, and attribute data into databases or layers, following standard procedures.

Researches standard source documents such as track maps, parcel maps, cadastral maps, legal descriptions, permits, as-built drawings and other records to verify the accuracy and completeness of data prior to input; uses standard scripts and queries to search for and correct missing, incomplete or inaccurate spatial and attribute data.

Following established and detailed procedures, enters parameters and generates standard GIS products including maps, shape files, graphics, tables and reports to meet specific customer requirements; researches and responds to customer requests for information.

Following established procedures, uses GIS software to geo-reference digital maps to align with real ground locations based on applicable data.

Ensures the accuracy and completeness of data and adherence with established procedures, prior to submitting own work.

Operates GIS-specific hardware including large format plotters and scanners.

Converts spatial data from one coordinate system to another; converts maps into standard non-GIS formats such as pdf.

Collect field data using a GPS or other equipment as needed.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:

Option 1

An Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in geographic information systems, GIScience, geography or a closely related field (e.g., Civil Engineering, Geomatics) requiring at least 18 semester units or 27 quarter units of equivalent coursework in geographic information systems* -AND- six months of full time technical experience in the uses and operations of geographic information systems, including the entry, editing and retrieval of geospatial data in GIS databases.

Successful completion of a recognized GIS certificate program requiring at least 18 semester units /27 quarter units of coursework* may be substituted for the required Associate's degree.

Option 2

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in geographic information systems, GIScience, geography or a closely related field (e.g., Civil Engineering, Geomatics) requiring equivalent coursework in geographic information systems.*

Option 3

Three years of full time technical experience primarily engaged in the uses and operations of geographic information systems, including the entry, editing and retrieval of geospatial data in GIS databases, in the service of the County of Los Angeles.

LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

PHYSICAL CLASS:

Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:

*To receive credit for your education, include a legible copy of your official diploma, official transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institutionwithin seven (7) calendar days from the last the day of filing. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language, it must be translated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Please submit documentation to [email protected] indicate your name, Applicant ID#, exam name and number. We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.

For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812\_PPG123.pdfand

https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105\_PPG\_123\_ACE\_Resource\_Guide.pd

Withhold Information

No withhold will be allowed. Required experience must be fully met by the last day of filing, and clearly indicated on the application.

Endorsement of County Qualifications (For LA County employees ONLY)

If you performed work that differs from the duties described in your class specification and believe you qualify for this opportunity, please provide verification via official documentation of additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus or reclassification study with CEO Classification withinseven (7) calendar days from the last day of filing. Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position that regularly performs functions in alignment with the requirements.

Additional Information

Our Assessment Process

Once we verify that you meet the requirements, we will invite you to take an assessment of the proficiencies required for this job. This examination will consist of multiple choice and/or simulation assessmentsweighted 100%, measuring:

+ Deductive Reasoning

+ Reading Comprehension

+ Professional Potential

+ Achievement

+ Copes with Uncertainty

+ Responsibility

+ Work to High Quality Standards

+ Willingness to Learn

+ Maintains Good Working Relationships

+ Analyses Information

+ Learns Quickly

+ Generate New Ideas

+ Uses Time Efficiently

+ Adapts to Change

Applicants must meet the requirements and receive a passing score of 70% or higher on the assessment to be placed on the list.

MULTIPLE-CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.

Scores cannot be given over the telephone.

Transfer of Test Components:

If you have taken identical components recently for other exams, your responses may be automatically transferred to this examination. This exam contains test components that may be used on future exams, and your responses could be transferred to that exam.

Test Preparation:

We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help in preparing for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary.

+ Various information can be found on our website athttps://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/. The section dedicated to test preparation is "Employment Test Assistance."

+ Online practice tests are available athttps://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests.

Eligibility and Vacancy Information:

Candidates who passed the assessment are placed on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months following the date of promulgation. The resulting eligible list will be used to fill vacancies at the Los Angeles County Assessor's Office as they occur.

Application and Filing Information:

We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates. Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.

We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.

We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.

+ [email protected]

+ [email protected]

+ [email protected]

+ [email protected]

+ [email protected]

New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to govermentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses. Any additional documents, IF ANY, must be received at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from last day of filing.

Note: If you are unable to attach documentation to your online application, you may email it to [email protected]. Please ensure to reference your attachment by writing your full name, examination title, and examination number on the subject of your email.

If you are a veteran, you may be eligible for veteran’s credit, which is an additional 10% of the total points added to a passing score. We will need a copy of your form DD214 to review, so please include that with your application or submit it as soon as possible to ensure prompt processing. You can email the document to [email protected].

Federal law requires that all employed people have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.

For those who do not have access to a computer or the internet, we provide access to complete an application at public libraries throughout the county.

All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's login information may erase a candidate's original application record.

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Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI):

The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

Testing accommodation:

If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note that you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.

Have any questions about anything listed above? Contact us:

Exam Number: G4419A-R

Department Contact Name: Virna-liza Cudiamat

Department Contact Email: vcudiamat @hr.lacounty.gov

Department Contact Phone: (213) 433-3376

Testing Accommodations Coordinator: [email protected]

Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099

Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929

California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Employment Information

Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.

This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement:

The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit:https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/.

Testing Accommodations for Applicants:

The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit:https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/.

Fair Chance:

The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).

Employment Eligibility:

Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.

Career PathFinder:

Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application athttp://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov.

Revised January 2025

For detailed information, please clickhere (http://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/)

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The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the examination process.CHECK YOUR ANSWER CAREFULLY.Any mistakes you make and/or any incomplete responses you provide in completing these questions will be used to disqualify your application even if you possess the qualifying experience or education. Be specific as possible and include all information requested.

Comments such as "see resume or application" will NOT be considered as a response.All information is subject to verification at any time in the examination and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.

+ YES, I UNDERSTAND THE ABOVE INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS.

02

Many notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address.

DO NOTselect "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position.Addthe following email address to your list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail:

+ [email protected]

+ [email protected]

+ [email protected]

+ [email protected]

+ [email protected]

It isyour responsibilityto take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.

+ YES, I UNDERSTAND THE ABOVE INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS.

03

To verify your academic standing, submit one of the following proof of degree: a copy of the diploma, a copy of the official transcript or a copy of a verification letter from the school's Registrar's Office. You must submit the proof of degree with your application or within 7 (seven) calendar days from the last day of filing to [email protected]. The documents should be in the following file format:Adobe Acrobat, JPEG, PNG, BMP, GIF and TIFF.It must beless than 5.0 MBper document.

+ I understand the above information and instructions.

04

Which degree(s) do you possess from an accredited college or university? Check all that apply.

+ Associate Arts (AA)

+ Bachelor of Arts/Science (BA/BS)

+ Master of Arts/Science (MA/MS)

+ Doctor of Philosophy (Phd)

+ I do not possess any degrees.

05

What is your primary course of study/major of the degree(s) as written on your diploma, official transcript or verification letter from the Registrar's Office? Check all that apply:

+ Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

+ GIScience

+ Geography

+ Geospatial Science / Geoinformatics

+ Other closely related field.

+ None of the above.

+ I do not possess a degree in geographic information systems, GIScience, geography, geospatial science/geoinformatics or a closely related field.

06

How many semester or quarter units of equivalent coursework in geographic information systems have you completed from an accredited college or university?

+ I did not complete any coursework in geographic information systems.

+ Less than 18 semester units/27 quarter units in geographic information systems.

+ More than 18 semester units/27 quarter units in geographic information systems.

07

If you indicated you have completed18 SEMESTER UNITS or 27 QUARTER UNITSof equivalent coursework in geographic information systems from an accredited college or university onQuestion No. 6, listALLGIS courses you have completed in the following format:

+ Name of Subject/Course:

+ Semester/Quarter Year Taken:

+ Semester/Quarter Units Completed (PleaseINDICATEsemester units or quarter units):

+ Name of College or University:

If YOU DID NOT COMPLETE ANY GIS COURSES, type"N/A".

08

Have you completed a recognized GIS certificate program requiring at least 18 semester units/27 quarter units of coursework?

+ Yes I have completed a recognized GIS certificate program.

+ I am currently enrolled in a recognized GIS certificate program but have not yet completed the required coursework.

+ I have not completed a recognized GIS certificate program.

09

How many months of full time technical experience in the uses and operations of geographic information systems, including the entry, editing and retrieval of geospatial data in GIS databases do you have?

+ I do not have the related experience

+ Less than 6 months

+ At least 6 months but less than 12 months

+ At least 12 months but less than 18 months

+ At least 18 months but less than 24 months

+ At least 24 months but less than 30 months

+ At least 30 months but less than 36 months

+ 36 months or more

10

If you indicated you have the full time technical experience in the uses and operations of geographic information systems, including the entry, editing and retrieval of geospatial data in GIS databases in question #9, youMUSTdescribe your experience that supports your response. Please provideALLof the following:

+ Position/Title:

+ Employer:

+ Address:

+ Name and Title of Supervisor:

+ Number of Hours Worked Per Week:

+ Date(s) of Employment related to the above experience:FROM (mm/dd/yr) - TO (mm/dd/yr)

If you do not have any experience in this area, please type"DOES NOT APPLY."

Failure to provideALLthe requested information above may result in disqualification of your application.

11

If you indicated having the full time technical experience primarily engaged in the uses and operations of geographic information systems, including the entry, editing and retrieval of geospatial data in GIS databases, was the experiencein the service of the County of Los Angeles?

+ I do not have the related experience in the service of the County of Los Angeles.

+ Yes, my experience was in the service of the County of Los Angeles.

+ No, my experience was not in the service of the County of Los Angeles.

12

If you indicated having the full time technical experience primarily engaged in the uses and operations of geographic information systems, including the entry, editing and retrieval of geospatial data in GIS databasesin the service of the County of Los Angeles, provideALLof the following:

+ LA County Department Name:

+ Name and Title of Supervisor:

+ Number of Hours Worked Per Week:

+ Date(s) of Employment related to the above experience:FROM (mm/dd/yr) - TO (mm/dd/yr)

If you do not have any experience in this area, please type"DOES NOT APPLY."

Failure to provideALLthe requested information above may result in disqualification of your application.

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Employer

County of Los Angeles

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Los Angeles, California, 90010

Website

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