County of San Bernardino, CA
Geographic Information Systems Technician Trainee
County of San Bernardino, CA, San Bernardino, CA, US, 92409
Duration: Full Time
Salary : $46,758.40 - $62,753.60 Annually
Location : San Bernardino, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 25-03431-01
Department: Multiple County Departments
Opening Date: 08/30/2025
Closing Date: 9/12/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
The Job
San Bernardino County is recruiting for a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technician Trainee who will utilize the Esri GIS platform to create and maintain a wide variety of maps, data and geospatial information products. Under close supervision, incumbents will assist in developing customer map and/or geospatial data product requirements, use Esri's ArcMap and/or ArcGIS Pro map production tools to compose and generate a wide variety of geospatial products. Performs quality control on encoded data, reviews output for accuracy and performs quality checks on GIS products.
A vacancy currently exists in the Sheriff's Department. The resulting eligible list may be used to fill vacancies throughout the County as they occur.
For more information, refer to the Geographic Information Systems Technician Trainee job description.
BENEFITS OVERVIEW
Health Benefits
Paid Time Off
Retirement
For additional information review the To view additional details, explore the
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must successfully pass a background check and a job-related physical exam, including a drug test, prior to employment. For the Sheriff's Department, positions require extensive background investigations, including polygraph testing. If you are interested in these departments, indicate your availability on the Supplemental Questionnaire.
Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required and employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation.
Promotion: Trainees must demonstrate successful work performance to qualify for promotion toGeographic Information Systems Technician I ($46,758- $62,753 annually) within twelve (12) months or be terminated.
Sponsorship: San
Bernardino County is unable to consider candidates who require Visa Sponsorship
at this time or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal
right to work in the United States.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet one (1) of the options below in order to qualify.
OPTION 1:Nine (9) semester or fourteen (14) quarter units of completed college coursework in GIS software and theory, geographic information systems, GIScience, geography, cartography, drafting, surveying, or information technology or a closely related field.
OPTION 2:
Six (6) months of experience using GIS software to update geospatial databases. OPTION 3:
Six (6) months of experience serving as a PSE, WEX, or Intern for a San Bernardino County department, performing GIS related duties.
A list of related coursework must be submitted with the application if no degree has been conferred.
Selection Process
Examination Procedure:
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
Application Procedure:
Please
complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental
questionnaire for consideration before the posted deadline. Resumes will not be
accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please
note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging
our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review
the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627.
Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays
caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an
application.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA):
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment
Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special
Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference:
Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans'
Preference Information (Download PDF).
For more important details, review
the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
Technical & Inspection Unit
The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
For a summary of benefits,* please click
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at
*Retirement benefits subject to change.
01
PLEASE READ THE BELOW STATEMENT
Instructions: The information provided on your application and in your responses to the following Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this position, as well as in a competitive evaluation of qualifications. It is in your best interest to be as thorough as possible in your responses. Resumes will NOT be reviewed to determine qualifications. Applicants will not be able to update their application materials or answers to the questionnaire once the application has been submitted. Note: Experience listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.
02
Education/Coursework: A list of coursework is required. Please provide the following information:Course Number & Title School name Units: number of units & type (semester or quarter)
Example: CSCI 1-Computer Science I, CSUSB, 4 qtr units.If you have completed a degree in Computer Science or other closely related field, indicate degree completed (e.g., B.S., M.S., etc.), major field, and school. You do not need to list coursework.If you have attached unofficial transcripts in lieu of listing coursework, please indicate such below.If none, indicate "N/A"
03
GIS Certificate: If you possess GIS certification, please list institution, year completed, and number of units and type. Please attach completed GIS certificate to your application. If none, indicate "N/A."
04
GIS Experience: Describe your experience using GIS software to update geospatial databases. Also include experience with any other relevant software products. Include the name of your employer(s) and relevant duties; be sure the employer(s) are clearly listed on the Work Experience section of your application. If no experience, indicate, "N/A."
05
GIS Experience: Describe your professional experience compiling and editing geospatial data using Esri's ArcMap and/or ArcGIS Pro desktop products. Also include experience with any other relevant Esri products. Include the name of your employer(s) and relevant duties; be sure the employer(s) are clearly listed on the Work Experience section of your application. If no experience, indicate, "N/A."
06
GIS Experience: Describe your experience using Esri's ArcGIS Online platform for publishing hosted feature services and preparing web maps and web apps. Include the name of your employer(s) and relevant duties; be sure the employer(s) are clearly listed on the Work Experience section of your application. If no experience, indicate, "N/A."
07
GIS Experience: Describe your experience using Maverick maps. Include the name of your employer(s) and relevant duties; be sure the employer(s) are clearly listed on the Work Experience section of your application. If no experience, indicate, "N/A."
08
Sheriff's Department Availability: Positions in the Sheriff's Department require extensive background investigations, which include polygraph testing. Indicate your availability for referral to this department.
09
Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
10
**ATTENTION GMAIL USERS**
We have become aware of an increase in Gmail's spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.
For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. Click this link to Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
Note: If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.
Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
Required Question
Location : San Bernardino, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 25-03431-01
Department: Multiple County Departments
Opening Date: 08/30/2025
Closing Date: 9/12/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
The Job
San Bernardino County is recruiting for a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technician Trainee who will utilize the Esri GIS platform to create and maintain a wide variety of maps, data and geospatial information products. Under close supervision, incumbents will assist in developing customer map and/or geospatial data product requirements, use Esri's ArcMap and/or ArcGIS Pro map production tools to compose and generate a wide variety of geospatial products. Performs quality control on encoded data, reviews output for accuracy and performs quality checks on GIS products.
A vacancy currently exists in the Sheriff's Department. The resulting eligible list may be used to fill vacancies throughout the County as they occur.
For more information, refer to the Geographic Information Systems Technician Trainee job description.
BENEFITS OVERVIEW
Health Benefits
Paid Time Off
Retirement
- Medical and Dental: Family Coverage
- Vision: Employee Coverage
- Premium subsidies to offset health costs
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Pre-tax account for qualified healthcare expenses
- Up to 4 weeks accruable vacation with cash-out option
- 11 days accruable sick leave
- 15 paid holidays
- Perfect attendance leave
- Flexible work schedules (in some departments)
- Generous Pension
- Retirement reciprocity may be available
- 457(b) Deferred Compensation
- Retirement Medical Trust Fund
For additional information review the To view additional details, explore the
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must successfully pass a background check and a job-related physical exam, including a drug test, prior to employment. For the Sheriff's Department, positions require extensive background investigations, including polygraph testing. If you are interested in these departments, indicate your availability on the Supplemental Questionnaire.
Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required and employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation.
Promotion: Trainees must demonstrate successful work performance to qualify for promotion toGeographic Information Systems Technician I ($46,758- $62,753 annually) within twelve (12) months or be terminated.
Sponsorship: San
Bernardino County is unable to consider candidates who require Visa Sponsorship
at this time or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal
right to work in the United States.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet one (1) of the options below in order to qualify.
OPTION 1:Nine (9) semester or fourteen (14) quarter units of completed college coursework in GIS software and theory, geographic information systems, GIScience, geography, cartography, drafting, surveying, or information technology or a closely related field.
OPTION 2:
Six (6) months of experience using GIS software to update geospatial databases. OPTION 3:
Six (6) months of experience serving as a PSE, WEX, or Intern for a San Bernardino County department, performing GIS related duties.
A list of related coursework must be submitted with the application if no degree has been conferred.
Selection Process
Examination Procedure:
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
Application Procedure:
Please
complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental
questionnaire for consideration before the posted deadline. Resumes will not be
accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please
note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging
our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review
the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627.
Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays
caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an
application.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA):
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment
Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special
Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference:
Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans'
Preference Information (Download PDF).
For more important details, review
the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
Technical & Inspection Unit
The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
For a summary of benefits,* please click
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at
*Retirement benefits subject to change.
01
PLEASE READ THE BELOW STATEMENT
Instructions: The information provided on your application and in your responses to the following Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this position, as well as in a competitive evaluation of qualifications. It is in your best interest to be as thorough as possible in your responses. Resumes will NOT be reviewed to determine qualifications. Applicants will not be able to update their application materials or answers to the questionnaire once the application has been submitted. Note: Experience listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.
- I have read and understand the above statement.
02
Education/Coursework: A list of coursework is required. Please provide the following information:
Example: CSCI 1-Computer Science I, CSUSB, 4 qtr units.If you have completed a degree in Computer Science or other closely related field, indicate degree completed (e.g., B.S., M.S., etc.), major field, and school. You do not need to list coursework.If you have attached unofficial transcripts in lieu of listing coursework, please indicate such below.If none, indicate "N/A"
03
GIS Certificate: If you possess GIS certification, please list institution, year completed, and number of units and type. Please attach completed GIS certificate to your application. If none, indicate "N/A."
04
GIS Experience: Describe your experience using GIS software to update geospatial databases. Also include experience with any other relevant software products. Include the name of your employer(s) and relevant duties; be sure the employer(s) are clearly listed on the Work Experience section of your application. If no experience, indicate, "N/A."
05
GIS Experience: Describe your professional experience compiling and editing geospatial data using Esri's ArcMap and/or ArcGIS Pro desktop products. Also include experience with any other relevant Esri products. Include the name of your employer(s) and relevant duties; be sure the employer(s) are clearly listed on the Work Experience section of your application. If no experience, indicate, "N/A."
06
GIS Experience: Describe your experience using Esri's ArcGIS Online platform for publishing hosted feature services and preparing web maps and web apps. Include the name of your employer(s) and relevant duties; be sure the employer(s) are clearly listed on the Work Experience section of your application. If no experience, indicate, "N/A."
07
GIS Experience: Describe your experience using Maverick maps. Include the name of your employer(s) and relevant duties; be sure the employer(s) are clearly listed on the Work Experience section of your application. If no experience, indicate, "N/A."
08
Sheriff's Department Availability: Positions in the Sheriff's Department require extensive background investigations, which include polygraph testing. Indicate your availability for referral to this department.
- I am available for referral to the Sheriff's Department and am willing to accept a job offer, if made.
- I am NOT available for referral to the Sheriff's Department.
09
Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
- I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above.
10
**ATTENTION GMAIL USERS**
We have become aware of an increase in Gmail's spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.
For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. Click this link to Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
Note: If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
- I understand.
Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.
Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
- I acknowledge that I have reviewed my application and understand that I will not be able to update or revise any part of it once submitted.
Required Question