Environmental Services/GIS Techician

Deadline: February 14, 2024
A combination of education and experience will be considered
Job Summary
The Environmental Services / GIS Technician position includes assisting the Environmental Services Supervisor with Environmental Services such as septic system inspections, ordinance administration, and regulatory duties. This position will also act as the primary coordinator of the County's GIS data and assist highway division operations.
40% Environmental Services:

• Assists with administering county ordinances assuring all zoning and building improvements comply with county, state and federal requirements. Follows up complaints on zoning violations with County Attorney consultation.
• Answers questions from the general public dealing with Environmental Services issues. Assists land owners with building and septic permit requirements, procedures in subdivision/plating and variances. Inspects building site and septic installations for permit compliance.
• Works with the Environmental Services Supervisor on policies and ordinances concerning zoning and other environmental issues.
• Attends seminars, meetings and training sessions concerning departmental responsibilities and maintains certification in areas of responsibility.

• Attends meetings and assists with staff duties for the Board of Adjustments and Planning Commission. Presents and gathers relevant information for public hearings as requested.
• Assists Minnesota Department of Ag with control programs for plant and insect
• Assists with the NRBG (Natural Resources Block Grant) for wetland, water plan, septic and shoreland funding and submits timely reports to governmental agencies. Assists with permit applications of projects, the updating of work plans and budgets for each specific grant.
• Assists with the solid waste management program. Maintains records, compiles and reports data to governmental agencies. Assists with the coordination of annual household hazardous waste day and supports and coordinates similar programs.
• Performs related duties as needed.

40% GIS:

• Acts as primary coordinator of the County's GIS data. Performs mapping updates of GIS systems and NG911 system and any related mapping duties as needed.
• Assists other departments with the production of data sets and/or maps as needed for their operations.
• Maintains the Kanabec County parcel map.
• Performs field work using mobile GIS/GPS tools.
• Produces cartographic products in digital and paper format.
• Utilizes aerial photography, land records, drawings, and related materials.

10% Other Important Duties

• Assists the Engineering division with surveying, design, and other construction related tasks.
• Assists the Maintenance division with flagging and general highway maintenance activities.
• Answers telephone calls and responds to walk in customers.
• Assists other Departments as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School plus 2 years technical training
• 2 years experience
• Valid driver's license
• Must be able to obtain septic certification, wetland delineation certification and ag certifications within one year
• Must have experience with Esri GIS software