| Location | Santa Rosa, CA |
| Salary | $41.41–$50.33 Per Hour |
Geographic Information Technician I - Extra-Help
Salary
$41.41 - $50.33 Hourly
Location
Santa Rosa, CA
Job Type
Extra Help
Job Number
26/09-1221-EH
Department
Sonoma County Public Infrastructure (SPI)
Opening Date
09/03/2026
Closing Date
9/17/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit
05
Position Information
Expand your career with the County of Sonoma as an extra-help Geographic Information Technician I with Sonoma Public Infrastructure!
Starting salary up to $50.33/hour!
Using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and related software/hardware, Geographic Information Technicians (GIS Techs) prepare, revise, maintain, and manipulate a variety of maps and spatial database records, documents, and reports. When requested by County departments, they explain and interpret maps; provide technical customer service support; and troubleshoot software/software-related questions. Additionally, they consult with staff to execute map designs that best serve business needs.
This position reports to the Department Information Systems Manager and does not have any supervisory or lead responsibilities. The departments Geographic Information Technician II will act as the lead worker, assigning work and delegating tasks to this position. The individual in this assignment will occasionally work outdoors part-time in all weather conditions for field data collection. This position will not be eligible for a hybrid work schedule as their work will be conducted in the office or in the field.
The ideal candidate for this position will have experience maintaining GIS data layers and metadata using ESRI ArcGIS software, and will have many of the following:
Extra-Help Employment
Extra-help employees relieve or augment permanent staff. Temporary, extra-help employees are not in the classified civil service and do not have property rights to permanently allocated positions. In addition, they do not receive most employee benefits such as long-term disability insurance coverage, accrual of vacation, participation in the County retirement program, or eligibility to take promotional examinations. Temporary, extra-help employees are limited in their employment to a maximum of one calendar year. These employees must be off of work for three months before they can be re-employed on an extra help basis. Extra-help employees who meet the eligibility requirements may qualify for a County contribution toward medical coverage.
Sonoma Public Infrastructure is recruiting to fill a temporary, extra-help Geographic Information Technician I position. This employment list may also be used to fill future extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of the list.
Application submissions require the Supplemental Questionnaire to be completed.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience: Any combination of training and work experience that demonstrates possession of the required knowledge and abilities. Normally, one year of work experience using geographic information systems software would provide this opportunity. Experience using graphics software may be required for some positions.
Education: Any combination of educational coursework and training which demonstrates possession of knowledge and abilities related to principles of GIS, cartography, and database technology as it relates to spatial analysis. Normally, course work in geography, geographic information systems and related areas would provide this opportunity. An Associate of Arts degree in a relevant area is highly desirable
License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position.
The position advertised on this announcement does not require possession of a valid California Driver's License.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of: Geographic Information Systems (GIS); GIS software, such as Arc/Info and ArcView; principles and practices of digitizing, data conversion, data management and cartography; geometry and trigonometry; relational database technology; currently used spreadsheet, word processing, scanning, presentation, database and computer assisted drafting software.
Ability to: learn to effectively prepare maps using the commonly accepted practices of cartography; understand and use Geographic Information System (GIS) software; learn to develop GIS applications and interfaces between various systems; update and manage computer file systems; understand and conceptualize spatial data; install and perform software upgrades; maintain county map-related records; follow oral and written directions; perform basic mathematics and geometric calculations of plane and solid figures; establish and maintain effective relationships with county employees, contractors and the general public.
Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying
Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process.
Application submissions require the Supplemental Questionnaire be completed.
Responses to supplemental questions are used to evaluate your qualifications. Please provide sufficient information to allow for a thorough evaluation of your qualifications.
The selection procedure will consist of the following examination:
An Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (pass/not pass) will be conducted to evaluate each applicants combination of educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities that relate to this position to ensure satisfaction of the minimum qualifications for this position. Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications for the position will be placed on an extra-help employment list and referred to the department. The department may contact candidates from the employment list who possess the most appropriate job-related qualifications for further consideration.
Additional Information
A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to candidates.
Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org. Paper applications may be submitted in person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job announcement must be received by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted.
The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.
HR Analyst: DP
HR Technician: VH
Important Note: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions.
County of Sonoma Benefits: General*
These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers:
Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation accrual and sick leave accruals; additional management leave annually; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment.
Health Plan: Choose from nine health plans (three HMOs, three deductible HMOs, and three HSA-qualifying plans) with a generous County contribution to the premium (the contribution amount varies by bargaining unit). For more information, please see the appropriate MOU.
Retirement: Fully integrated with Social Security. For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired.
IRS 457 Plan: Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical: County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits.
Student Loan Debt Relief: County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education.
Plus, excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more.
For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331. Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at Labor Agreements & Salary Resolution. For specific information about health and welfare benefits, including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts, go to Human Resources or contact the Human Resources Risk Management-Benefits Office at benefits@sonomacounty.gov or (707) 565-2900.
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How did you first learn about this opportunity?
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Do you possess or are you eligible to possess by time of hire, a valid California drivers license, equivalent to Class C or higher?
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For this question, and all subsequent questions, provide sufficient information to allow for a thorough evaluation of your qualifications.
Please describe your qualifying training and experience equivalent to or greater than one year of work experience using GIS software. Highlight your experience related to road systems, land use, zoning, flood plains, watershed areas, demographic analysis, special districts, open space, etc.
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Please list the relevant certification(s)/degree(s) you possess and the name(s) of course(s) you completed that qualify you for this position.
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Please provide an example of a complex GIS mapping issue you handled. Describe how you addressed the challenge and the stakeholders involved.
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Please describe your customer service experience involving technical support and/or incident resolution. Provide a specific example and detail your role/responsibilities, any challenges you encountered, and the outcome.
Required Question
Employer County of Sonoma (CA)
Address 575 Administration Drive, Suite 116B
Santa Rosa, California, 95403
Phone (707) 565-1701