Job Description
About Us
The Executive Office of Technology Services and Security (EOTSS) is the state's lead office for information technology. We provide enterprise level information technology services including network management and security; computer operations; application hosting; desktop provisioning and management; and modern and responsive digital services to 40,000 internal stakeholders plus the residents, business owners and visitors to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
About the Role
EOTSS's Bureau of Geographic Information Services (more commonly known as MassGIS), is responsible for developing, maintaining, and distributing the Commonwealth's geospatial information. MassGIS makes that information available through web mapping services and through download from its web site. MassGIS also provides mapping and spatial analysis services to support operational and policy needs of the Commonwealth; fosters cooperative development of map information among local, state, regional and federal government agencies in order to improve the quality, access, cost-effectiveness and utility of geographical information as a strategic resource for the state; and provides technical assistance to political subdivisions of the Commonwealth in developing and accessing spatial data and related technologies.
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EOTSS is seeking a GIS Intern to work on enhancing MassGIS' basemap roads layer. Based on the Department of Transportation's ROAD_ARC layer, this dataset is ideal for use in MassGIS applications because it contains attribution that facilitates route shield symbology along with very accurate placement of the road centerline. It differs from the DOT data in that it represents a slightly different set of roads. The basemap roads dataset excludes long driveways, driving lanes within parking lots, and unpaved roads that are typically represented as trails. The layer also tends to contain some of the newer roads because of MassGIS' access to 9-1-1 address updates. The project will consist of editing within an ArcGIS Online environment, augmenting the layer with data from municipal datasets. Project work will include adding streets not yet part of the dataset and editing arcs so that they meet MassGIS' specification. Quality control and some outreach may also be required.
The primary work location for this role will be at One Ashburton Place Boston, Massachusetts 02108. The work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 9AM to 5PM EST. This position would be expected to follow a hybrid model of reporting to work that combines in-office workdays and work from home days as needed.
All offers of employment into this position are conditional and subject to passing: a Massachusetts Criminal Background Check (CORI); a security clearance (fingerprinting) consistent with IRS and/or public safety requirements; and security training.
Preferred Qualifications
- At least 2 semester-long courses in GIS with at least 1 of those courses providing experience in ESRI's ArcGIS desktop software
- Logical and efficient
- Detail oriented
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Self-motivated
Qualifications
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
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Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.