GIS Specialist

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GIS Specialist

Milwaukee County Parks

Hourly Pay Rate: $28.50 - $42.73

Closing Date: 8/23/2026 or upon receipt of the first 50 applications

Parks Equity Statement: Milwaukee County Parks is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse work force that is demographically and racially representative of Milwaukee County residents. Milwaukee County Parks leadership is committed to honoring diverse experiences, perspectives, and unique identities, while fostering work environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Job Summary: The GIS Specialist will prepare and assist in developing plans, studies, and analysis associated with spatial data related to natural resources, parks, parkways, open spaces, and park facilites within the Park system. This role is also responsible for inventory and mapping park system assets and resources, assisting with digital data for CityWorks integration, providing digital data for capital planning purposes, reviewing real estate history and documents, and ensureing quality service and product delivery.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Create and/or obtain data files on park resources and assets, including real estate, for mapping and inventory. Utilize GIS to integrate and analyze spatial and non-spatial information for GIS-related applications, prepare exhibits, and provide system asset data. Create and manage GIS web applications and support CityWorks digital asset needs.
• Assist with grant data and research subject matter. Assist with the preparation of applications and reports. Create capital planning spatial digital data and assist in department-wide planning and needs assessments.
• Analyze proposals, interpret maps, data, and real estate documents. Communicate findings and conclusions. Conduct research as necessary, provide background data and analysis, provide input, compose text, and prepare maps and other exhibits.
• Participate in special project teams and community outreach, marketing, and communication efforts.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current resident of Wisconsin.
• Possession of a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License, able to be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of a bachelor’s degree or higher in Geographic Information Systems, Geography, or a related field.
• At least three (3) years of Mapping or GIS experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• GIS Certification.
• Experience with ESRI GIS Package.
• Land Resource Planning experience.

NOTE:  This ORIGINAL APPLICATION is open to qualified residents of the State of Wisconsin at the time of application. Candidates need to submit a full account of their training and experience (i.e., by submitting an up-to-date resume or by fully completing the application) during the application process and may also be asked to take additional written or performance tests as part of the selection process.

APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION

Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.