The City of Fond du Lac is accepting applications for a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist. This full-time position will perform various duties related to the development and maintenance of the City’s enterprise GIS, including: mapping, creating and editing data, geodatabase design and development, application development, quality control, scripting, spatial analysis, and training.

Various duties, responsibilities, knowledge and skills include:

  • Ability to create maps and develop applications using Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) solutions, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and Portal for ArcGIS.
  • Experience with using ArcGIS Online applications and solutions including Experience Builder, Story Maps, Field Maps, Dashboards, and Survey123.
  • Knowledge of ArcGIS Enterprise, traditional and branched versioning, as well as SQL Server and/or PostgreSQL databases.
  • Experience with writing scripts and expressions using both Python and Arcade.
  • Knowledge of creating toolboxes and script tools.
  • Experience with using Task Scheduler and other automation-related software.
  • Experience with SQL, including writing definition queries and creating database views. 
  • Experience with creating, editing, and maintaining geospatial data.
  • Ability to design, create, and maintain geodatabases that incorporate both subtypes and domains.
  • Knowledge of the ArcGIS Parcel Fabric.
  • Experience with using ArcGIS Pro editing tools, including Move, Split, Merge, Edit Vertices, Extend/Trim, Copy Parallel, and COGO-related tools.
  • Knowledge of topology and topological rules.
  • Experience with creating attribute rules and working with contingent values.
  • Experience with GIS analyses, including buffers, joins, clips, intersects, field calculations, and statistical tools.
  • Experience with data conversion techniques using CAD, GIS, and other data formats.
  • Knowledge of geodatabase administration, including reconciling/posting, assigning privileges, and registering datasets.
  • Experience with creating relationship classes, as well as one-to-one and one-to-many joins.
  • Knowledge of geocoding and creating locators.
  • Skilled with developing training materials, as well as a demonstrated capability of training staff on GIS-related software and workflows.
  • Ability to prepare and distribute digital data requests for both internal and external customers as well as consultants.
  • Ability to communicate and work with staff from other departments in an effort to provide GIS-related support in the form of map creation, data analysis, and/or solution development.
  • Experience with cartography and using cartographic techniques to effectively communicate geospatial concepts.
  • Experience with creating GIS metadata and documentation.

Requirements include:

  • Possess a degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in GIS, geography, computer science, and/or urban and regional planning. 
  • Must have a minimum of two years experience using ESRI software.
  • Extensive working knowledge of ESRI-based GIS solutions, including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.
  • Experienced with using Python, Arcade, SQL, and PostgreSQL.
  • Must be able to work independently and with minimal supervision.
  • Must be able to manage multiple concurrent projects.
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD is preferred.
  • Must have experience with training others on GIS workflows and technologies.
  • Candidates must be able to effectively communicate with coworkers and the public.
  • Must have an interest in learning and staying current with GIS-related technologies, workflows, and solutions by attending conferences, workshops, and other training events.

Benefits Summary

Salary Schedule

Equal Opportunity Employer

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit cover letter, resume, and application based on the requirements of the job description directly to Jackie Braatz . Open until filled.

Application Information:

Applications are available by clicking the link below, at the City Human Resources office on the 4th floor of the City-County Government Center (160 S. Macy Street), or by calling (920) 322-3624.

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