GIS Specialist

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for a full range of Facility and Utility Management GIS functions. Work duties include field data collection and advanced desktop GIS work. The position will work with end users to develop GIS requirements, execute those requirements, and train staff on using GIS capabilities. The position will research and provide recommendations on industry best practices and new technologies.

Responsibilities:
Performs spatial analysis using online tools and project management techniques. Creates both mapping applications and may create data visualizations.

• 40% Creates maps and performs a wide range of geospatial analyses in support of a variety of projects
• 5% Adheres to established cartographic standards and quality assurance/quality control processes
• 15% Manages a wide variety of project-specific and reference geospatial data in accordance with defined data management standards
• 5% Collaborates with other IT staff to deliver project deliverables and visuals
• 15% Gathers, verifies, and coordinates data used for spatial analysis, data sciences, field operations, mapping, and data visualizations across programs and other agencies
• 20% Field verifies utility locations and updates utility maps

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Education:

Preferred
Bachelor's Degree
With major studies in Geography, Cartography, GIS or related field.

Qualifications:

1 years GIS experience with Facilities or Utilities

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $65,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
The minimum salary for this position is $65,000 annually, but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please see https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf . 

Additional Information:

A criminal background check will be conducted on all finalists.
In the event you are required to work in or around animal facilities, you will be enrolled in the appropriate medical surveillance program.
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.
We are committed to reducing bias in the recruitment process and utilize a redacted application process, which is the practice of removing personally identifiable information from application materials before the screening of applicants begins. This may include, but is not limited to, name, gender, age, education, address, dates (such as graduation dates), photos, references, links to personal webpages, supervisor names, and/or citizenship.

How to Apply:

To begin the application process, click the "apply now" button. Please submit a resume and cover letter. In your application materials, detail your experience as it pertains to this position.
You'll be asked to provide contact information for three professional references when applying. References will not be contacted without your approval.

Contact:

Dawn Bierman
[email protected]
608-265-4057
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

GIS Specialist(IT121)

Department(s):

A71-FACILITIES PLNG AND MGMT/PP O&M/STEAMFITTING SHOP

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

294577-AS

 
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