GIS Specialist

Turn Data into Decisions. Maps into Impact.
Do you love solving problems with data, technology, and mapping? Are you passionate about using GIS to support smarter communities and better public services? Join Sheboygan County as our next GIS Specialist and help build the geospatial tools that guide planning, conservation, emergency services, infrastructure, and community development.

This position is being offered as a benefit-eligible Limited Term Employment (LTE) opportunity with the potential to transition into a full-time position based on organizational needs. It’s an excellent opportunity to make an immediate impact while positioning yourself for future growth with Sheboygan County.

Becoming a member of our growing team also means that YOU become our top priority. You will not only enjoy a dynamic work environment but a variety of perks including but not limited to the following:

• Generous benefits package
• Time off: 15 vacation days, sick time and 10 paid holidays
• Other perks: Referral program, Wisconsin Retirement System, education discount and more!

Essential Duties

In this role, you’ll be the driving force behind maintaining accurate geographic data, producing high-quality maps, supporting County departments and local municipalities, and ensuring critical GIS information is available when and where it’s needed. Potential duties include bur are not limited to:

• Develop, edit, and maintain GIS data using ArcGIS Pro and the Esri platform
• Create and update parcel, addressing, road centerline, survey, zoning, conservation, and infrastructure datasets
• Produce professional maps and spatial analyses for County departments, municipalities, and the public
• Maintain countywide addressing and road data that supports 911 and emergency response
• Support planning, conservation, zoning, environmental, and development projects through GIS analysis
• Convert legacy GIS data into modern ArcGIS Pro environments
• Maintain the County’s Plat of Survey Index and Certified Survey Map records
• Upload and manage GIS data for State, regional, and intergovernmental systems
• Respond to mapping requests and provide technical GIS support to staff and community partners
• Assist with grant-funded projects, special initiatives, and continuous GIS improvements

No two projects are exactly alike—every day offers opportunities to solve problems, improve data quality, and help shape the future of Sheboygan County.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Geographic Information Systems, Information Systems, Information Technology, or a closely related field (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible GIS experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License
• ESRI or related GIS certifications are a plus—but not required.

Work Environment & Physical RequirementsThis position is primarily office-based with occasional field work to verify GIS data, collect GPS information, and support County projects. You’ll collaborate with departments across the organization while balancing independent technical work with customer-focused service.