GIS Intern l (Unpaid)

PALA BAND OF MISSION INDIANS

Human Resources   PMB 50, 35008 Pala Temecula Rd PALA, CA 92059

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title:                          GIS Intern I

Department/Division: GIS                                                                 

Status:                         Unpaid / Temporary / Part Time

Supervisor:                 GIS Director

Subordinates:              None

POSITION SUMMARY:

This is an unpaid, temporary, part-time position. A minimum of 16 hours per week must be worked to maintain the internship. No prior GIS experience is required. Works under the direction of the GIS Director to assist in running and maintaining the Tribe’s GIS program.  This internship is intended as an entry point into the GIS field for those with little or no prior GIS experience. Interns receive hands-on training in ESRI ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Field Maps.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists GIS staff in:
  • Scanning and organizing paper and digital records.
  • Entering and updating attribute information in the Tribe’s GIS datasets and Excel records.
  • Reviewing existing GIS data for errors, missing values and duplicate records.
  • Preparing and printing maps to fill routine map and data requests.
  • Collecting field data with GPS units and tablets alongside GIS staff.
  • Logging and tracking completed map and data requests.
• Learns and applies GIS concepts, software and Tribal data standards through on-the-job training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, CERTIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES:

• Basic understanding of GIS concepts and how GIS is used.
• Working knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS Pro 3.x, ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online is helpful but not required.
• Knowledge of map production and basic cartography.
• Basic familiarity with scanning and plotting equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• An AA degree, Certificate in GIS, ESRI course completion, and / or prior GIS work experience is a plus but not required. The ideal candidate must have the desire and ability to learn and acquire new knowledge/skills on-the-job (both with assistance and independently) to accomplish assigned tasks/projects.

• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word and email).

• Must have a valid California Driver’s License.

• Must be able to pass a background check.

• Must acknowledge and agree to maintain a Drug-Free workplace (including marijuana) as a condition of employment with the Pala Band of Mission Indians. Must pass pre-internship and random drug testing during the internship. 

• Must successfully pass a Fingerprint-based background check of potential employees, volunteers, and contractors pursuant to Public Law 101-630 - Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act

• Indian preference will apply. The Pala Band of Mission Indians will give hiring preference to fully qualified applicants that are Pala Tribal Members. Pala Band of Mission Indians is an equal opportunity employer.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

All employees are expected to follow the Tribal Personnel Policies and Procedures of the Pala Band of Mission Indians and must adhere to any additional applicable addendums.

HOW TO APPLY

PLEASE SUBMIT A RESUME AND/OR APPLICATION TO:

Pala Band of Mission Indians                                                      

Human Resources Department Attn: Rebecca Johnson

PMB#50 35008 Pala Temecula Road

Pala, CA  92059

Apply online at http://www.palatribe.com/community/jobs/

Email hr@palatribe.com

Fax Resume: 1-760-888-1980

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED