GIS Specialist

## Description *This is contract position based on grant-funding for 1 year. No benefits are offered for this position.* The GIS Specialist performs professional technical work supporting the County’s Enterprise GIS with a focus on NG911 address data enhancement and quality assurance. Responsibilities include spatial data review and editing, sub-address development, standards compliance, workflow documentation, and coordination with County departments and partner agencies. Work is performed under the general supervision of the GIS Manager. **Essential Duties and Responsibilities** - Conduct comprehensive review and enhancement of the County’s NG911 address point dataset to improve completeness, spatial accuracy, and data integrity. - Develop and maintain sub-address features within multi-unit residential, commercial, governmental, and public structures in support of Next Generation 9-1-1 initiatives. - Perform spatial data editing, attribution, and quality assurance to ensure compliance with applicable NG911 standards and data exchange requirements. - Utilize GIS software tools, spatial queries, and analytical methods to identify candidate features and evaluate address data consistency. - Research, interpret, and integrate information from building plans, parcel records, aerial imagery, and other authoritative sources to support accurate feature development. - Conduct field verification activities, as needed, to validate spatial location and attribute accuracy. - Coordinate with County departments, state agencies, and partner organizations to obtain data, verify information, and support project objectives. - Prepare datasets for submission to NG911 systems, perform validation checks, and resolve identified issues to ensure successful data acceptance. - Develop and maintain clear documentation of workflows, methodologies, and maintenance procedures to support long-term sustainability of enhanced address data. - Assist with ongoing NG911 GIS maintenance and related geospatial tasks as assigned. **Qualifications** Education / Experience Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geospatial Science, Geography, or a closely related field, **and** one (1) or more years of professional GIS experience, including the use of Esri products in support of NG911 addressing. Experience in local government and in the maintenance of NG911/NGCS GIS data is highly preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Advanced working knowledge of Esri GIS software, including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online, with demonstrated experience in spatial data editing, analysis, and map production. - Working knowledge of enterprise geodatabases, including data design principles, editing workflows, versioning, and quality control procedures. - Experience using GIS automation tools such as ModelBuilder and/or Python scripting to improve efficiency and streamline workflows. - Working knowledge of relational database concepts and experience interacting with SQL-based systems; experience with GPS data collection and integration is preferred. - Understanding of GIS data standards, spatial accuracy principles, and data validation practices; familiarity with NG911 data requirements is highly desirable. - Ability to analyze spatial and tabular datasets, identify inconsistencies, and apply sound judgment in resolving data issues. - Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including the ability to prepare clear documentation, reports, and workflow instructions. - Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interpret technical documents and explain GIS concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. - Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing project needs within a grant-funded environment. - Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively, establish effective working relationships, and provide responsive ser…