GIS Specialist

Job Summary:

The OEM GIS Specialist will be responsible for management of all GIS aspects which include but are not limited to: creating, analyzing, and maintaining maps, data, & reports; spatial analysis, maintenance of GIS data for use in NG9-1-1 and Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD). Knowledge of Master Street Address Guide (MSAG), 9-1-1 addressing, geocoding standards, ESRI Software including ArcGIS Online and SQL Server are required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Stays abreast of developments in GIS hardware and software and makes recommendations to update systems. Understanding of National Emergency Number Association’s Next Generation 911 GIS/Mapping and system standards.
• Develop, document, and deliver GIS products and services to include: hard-copy maps, GIS web services, interactive web maps, mobile map applications, and spatial analysis.
• Provide ongoing maintenance of the GIS technical infrastructure, coordinating with CAD vendor, IMSD, MCLIO. Includes support for desktop, web, mobile, and server based applications, & database support. Assist with planning for & documentation of GIS technical infrastructure.
• Analyze spatial data for geographic statistics to incorporate into documents and reports. Support the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) when activated as required.
• Other duties as required by the direction of the OEM 911/EMS Communications Manager and OEM Director.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree Geographic Information Systems, Computer Science, or a closely related field.   
• One (1) year of technical experience in GIS mapping is required.  
• Experience with Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) data sources.
• A valid state of Wisconsin driver’s license is also required.