GIS and Asset Management Intern

Job Description

About the Job: GIS and Asset Management Intern

Salary Grade: SG100

Recruitment Hourly Pay Rate: $15.00

Work Location: 325 W. Horne Street, Clayton, NC (Johnston County)

About the Town of Clayton

The Town of Clayton is actively seeking applicants for a GIS and Asset Management Intern, serving multiple Public Services Departments. The Town employs over 340 full-time staff across various crucial areas including police, fire, and electric utilities. Additionally, a range of part-time positions are offered in Parks & Recreation, Library, and Cultural Arts.

As the fastest-growing town in Johnston County – itself the fastest-growing county in North Carolina – Clayton holds a compelling vision. This vision encompasses a thriving community where growth enhances the quality of life for both long-time residents and newcomers. It aims for easy accessibility while maintaining a smaller-town feel, a comprehensive system of parks and greenways connecting people and places, diverse quality living options in its neighborhoods, and opportunities for residents to live, create, shop, and dine. The Town also envisions a bustling, historic downtown and successful, growing businesses actively investing in the community.

Job Purpose and Responsibilities

The primary purpose of the GIS and Asset Management Intern position is to provide valuable experience working with spatial data and infrastructure asset information. This data is crucial for supporting municipal operations and planning within the Town of Clayton. The intern will collaborate closely with Public Services leadership and technical staff to enhance the quality and usability of asset data, which is vital for maintenance, capital planning, and effective service delivery.

This internship offers significant exposure to the integration of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), asset management systems, and operational workflows. These systems are used to manage diverse municipal infrastructure, including water, wastewater, electric, streets, and facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with mapping and reviewing infrastructure asset data within GIS platforms.
• Support the validation and cleanup of asset records associated with operational systems.
• Assist with developing maps and visualizations that support operational planning and analysis.
• Conduct research and data analysis related to infrastructure assets and maintenance activities.
• Assist with improving spatial data quality and documentation standards.
• Support staff in producing GIS products used for planning, reporting, and decision-making.
• Perform other duties as assigned that pertain to GIS and asset management.

Learning Outcomes

Through this internship, participants will gain:

• Knowledge of municipal infrastructure asset management practices.
• Experience using GIS to analyze and visualize infrastructure data.
• An understanding of how spatial data supports operational planning and service delivery.
• The ability to support data-driven infrastructure management in a local government setting.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities/Competencies

• Familiarity with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software such as ArcGIS or similar tools.
• Basic understanding of spatial data and mapping concepts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
• Ability to communicate technical information through maps, visuals, or reports.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

College student or recent graduate.

Preferred Fields Of Study Include:

• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Geography
• Civil Engineering
• Environmental Science
• Urban Planning
• Data Analytics

Coursework or experience with GIS software and spatial analysis preferred.

Necessary Special Qualifications/Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older by the internship start date.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License.
• Must be flexible with scheduling requirements.

OR

Depending on the position, the Town may consider an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job as listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

Application Process and Important Information

SUBMIT OFFICIAL APPLICATION USING THE TOWN’S CAREER WEBSITE: https://www.townofclaytonnc.org/

For technical issues with your application, please call the NEOGOV (governmentjobs.com) Help Line at 855-524-5627. For questions about this posting, other than application status, please contact the Human Resources Office. If multiple applications are submitted for an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. To check your application status, log on to your NEOGOV account and click “Application Status.” It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office for status updates. Normal processing time for applications is 30-45 days from the closing date of the posting.

To obtain veterans preference, you must scan and upload a copy of your DD-214 or discharge orders. Degrees must be accredited by the U.S. Department of Education. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. Attached or incorporated resumes (including Text Resumes on the online application) WILL NOT be used for screening for qualifying credit. “See Resume” or “See Attachment” WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completing an online application form. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. Effective October 1, 2025, in accordance with North Carolina state law, all applicants for positions that involve working with children in any capacity are required to undergo criminal history record checks conducted by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI). Credit and motor checks are required for some administrative, finance, and operational positions. Applicants will be required to take and pass a Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol screen once verbally given a conditional offer of employment. Depending on the position, employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol screens throughout their employment. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

Town of Clayton employees enjoy many benefits including a retirement pension plan, 401K membership, Paid Vacation, Sick and Holiday Leave, State Health Plan, and various other benefits. Benefits information can be found directly on the Town of Clayton website at: https://www.townofclaytonnc.org/251/Benefits.

When a salary range is posted, the actual salary will be based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills & abilities, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. The Town of Clayton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring salary will not exceed hiring pay range unless approved by the Town Manager.

Applications may be reviewed to determine if applicants’ education and experience are more applicable to other vacant positions within the Town.