City of Wisconsin Rapids
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The City of Wisconsin Rapids is searching for a GIS Coordinator. This individual is responsible for the design, implementation, administration, and maintenance of the City-wide Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Primary responsibilities of this position include the following:
- Conducting research, gathering data, and analyzing complex data to provide accurate and critical GIS information to City departments.
- Manipulating digital geographic data in support of database and map production tasks.
- Supporting end user needs through existing GIS tools/application and develops new GIS tools/applications.
- Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues as it relates to the City’s enterprise GIS, including, but not limited to software, hardware, and data integration.
- Performing complex data transformations and analysis, including Data Transformation Services (DTS) packages and (ETL) models between GIS, CAD formats, Access databases, and other formats.
- Maintaining and modifying databases – SQL Server, SDE, Local Government Information Model.
- Providing guidance and training on all GIS initiatives and effectively communicating with multiple departments to understand needs and create GIS solutions.
- Providing back-up support for the City’s Helpdesk.
Requirements for this position include a Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Computer Science, or related technical field and 3+ years of experience working with GIS. Thorough knowledge of computerized mapping, GIS, equipment, and application knowledge of ESRI software and templates is required. Programming experience in SQL, VB.NET, Python, HTML, and/or ESRI Web API’s is required (including JavaScript, Flex, or Silverlight). Experience with basic web development and Windows IIS is preferred. GIS certification is strongly preferred.
Preference will be given to candidates who have previous work experience in the public sector. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical thinking and troubleshooting skills. This person must possess the ability to assess the needs of end users and communicate with a diverse group of management and employees.