GIS Analyst I/II

St Croix County•Hudson, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

St. Croix County is recruiting for one GIS position, which may be filled at the GIS Technician, GIS Analyst I, or GIS Analyst II level depending on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience and departmental needs. The GIS Analyst performs advanced technical and analytical work developing, maintaining, and administering the County’s Geographic Information System (GIS) and land records systems. The position independently develops GIS solutions, performs spatial analysis, manages geographic databases, creates and maintains maps and web-based mapping applications, and provides technical expertise to County departments, municipalities, and other stakeholders. Work supports the accuracy, functionality, and accessibility of County geographic information through GIS system maintenance, data integration, and workflow automation. The GIS Analyst II level includes additional complex responsibilities in enterprise GIS architecture, advanced application development, and system integration. The position is in the Community Development Department. Work is primarily office-based, with occasional fieldwork and travel to County facilities, field locations, or meetings. The role uses computers, GIS software, database management systems, GPS equipment, specialized mapping and data-collection tools, and standard office equipment.

Requirements

For GIS Analyst I: bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Planning, Environmental Science, Computer Science, Geospatial Science, or a closely related field.
For GIS Analyst I: at least five years of professional GIS work experience, including spatial analysis, geographic data management, and GIS applications.
For GIS Analyst II: bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Planning, Environmental Science, Computer Science, Geospatial Science, or a closely related field.
For GIS Analyst II: at least ten years of professional GIS work experience, including enterprise GIS systems, database administration, GIS programming, or advanced application development.
For GIS Analyst II: demonstrated experience administering enterprise GIS and SQL geodatabases, including maintenance, configuration, troubleshooting, and data-integrity management.
Advanced knowledge of GIS principles and practices, including spatial analysis, data management, cartography, and geographic information technology.
Knowledge of Esri ArcGIS technologies, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Server, and ArcGIS Online.
Knowledge of GIS database design, administration, maintenance, data integrity, SQL, and enterprise geodatabases.
Knowledge of GIS programming, scripting, and workflow automation tools, including Python, ArcGIS ModelBuilder, and Arcade.
Knowledge of cartography, coordinate systems, map projections, spatial data standards, and geographic data quality assurance.
Knowledge of land records, parcel mapping, surveying principles, legal property descriptions, and coordinate geometry.
Knowledge of physical addressing systems and standards, including USPS conventions and geographic data used for E911, emergency response, and law enforcement.
Ability to develop, maintain, and administer GIS databases, applications, and related systems and implement GIS workflows and technical solutions.
Ability to interpret and apply County policies, municipal plans, ordinances, and applicable state and federal regulations.
Technical proficiency with relevant software, databases, standard office equipment, and other technology tools.
Ability to provide effective customer service and maintain professional, respectful, collaborative relationships with coworkers, departments, municipalities, vendors, and the public.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including managing multiple assignments, meeting deadlines, adapting to changing priorities, and working independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to communicate effectively in English verbally and in writing; understand technical documents and legal property descriptions; prepare clear written materials; explain GIS concepts to varied audiences; and participate effectively in discussions and meetings.
Knowledge of mathematical, geometric, and statistical principles applicable to GIS, surveying, coordinate geometry, and spatial analysis; ability to perform and interpret related calculations and evaluate geographic data accuracy.
Ability to analyze technical and geographic information, troubleshoot systems independently, solve problems, exercise sound judgment, and perform complex technical work accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and apply ethical judgment consistent with Wisconsin’s Public Records Law and other applicable laws.
Ability to perform occasional fieldwork, including walking or standing on uneven terrain, and remain stationary for extended periods during computer-based work; ability to perform the described physical tasks with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Additional training or experience in SQL database management and administration.
Specialized training or experience in parcel mapping, land records management, or ArcGIS Parcel Fabric.
Additional training or experience in GIS application development, programming, or enterprise GIS technologies.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and support the County-wide GIS, including geographic databases, data layers, mapping applications, and related infrastructure.
Create, update, and produce maps, geographic datasets, reports, and other GIS products for County departments, municipalities, and other stakeholders.
Perform spatial analysis and integrate geographic and tabular data from multiple sources to support County operations, planning, and decision-making.
Provide technical GIS assistance, respond to inquiries, troubleshoot GIS issues, and guide users on geographic data and mapping applications.
Coordinate with the Emergency Communications Center, municipalities, property owners, and other stakeholders on address assignments, addressing-system maintenance, and data accuracy.
Maintain, update, and upgrade GIS software and related systems, including ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, and associated database platforms.
Perform coordinate geometry calculations and land-surveying computations to support parcel mapping, land records maintenance, and geographic data accuracy.
Edit, update, and maintain GIS tax parcel data using ArcGIS Pro Parcel Fabric tools and established procedures.
Create, publish, and maintain GIS web services, web maps, and applications using ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, and related technologies.
Develop and maintain automated GIS workflows using tools such as ArcGIS ModelBuilder, Arcade, and Python scripting.
Maintain and administer GIS and SQL geodatabases, including routine maintenance, data-integrity monitoring, and troubleshooting.
Prepare and maintain GIS metadata, technical documentation, and procedures.
Collect and verify spatial data using GPS equipment, surveying techniques, and other available sources.
Support planning documents, reports, and departmental materials by developing maps, tables, charts, and geographic analyses.
Design, update, and maintain spatial database structures to support GIS applications, data integration, and departmental needs.
For GIS Analyst II: plan and design County-wide enterprise GIS database architecture, including configuration, deployment, and integration with related technologies.
For GIS Analyst II: design and develop complex GIS applications and solutions integrating web services, enterprise databases, and other County information systems.
For GIS Analyst II: develop advanced custom scripts, automated workflows, and web-based GIS applications for complex operational and technical needs.
For GIS Analyst II: evaluate complex GIS system issues and recommend improvements to system performance, functionality, reliability, and data management.
Perform other duties as assigned.