Geographic Information Systems Specialist I​/II​/III

Join our team as a GIS Specialist and put your passion for spatial data to work! In this dynamic onsite role, you’ll shape critical projects by creating compelling maps and geospatial solutions that drive real change. You’ll collaborate with forward-thinking managers and directors, take ownership of innovative work, and have the chance to mentor and lead as you grow in your career.

If you’re ready to make a visible impact and be at the heart of an organization that values your expertise, this is your opportunity to shine.

The Information Technology Department is responsible for the management, oversight, coordination and planning of core technology, data and communications infrastructure for Mono County and the Town of Mammoth lakes at over 25 facilities/sites. Our staff manages and maintains more than 80 servers on four networks with all complementary technology (including routers, firewalls, switches and data storage devices) in order to deliver high quality computing services.

In addition to the primary Town and County networks, we maintain all aspects of the Mono County Sheriff Department and Mammoth Lakes Police Department. Additionally, the IT Department oversees the development and maintenance of the County and Town’s Federated Geographic Information System, including implementation and maintenance of hardware and software, application development, maintenance of nearly one hundred data sets, and end‑user support.

The day-to-day responsibilities of a GIS Specialist at Mono County primarily involve supporting essential county data and functions, which includes addressing functions, data QA/QC, and general user support. Additionally, the team undertakes projects like making simple ArcGIS Online maps or apps for clients in any/all county departments. Occasionally support is provided for larger multi-department initiatives. Examples of recent projects include redistricting, housing suitability modeling, and historic avalanche mapping.

The GIS team is also involved in emergency preparedness projects and emergency response operations during incidents like wildfires and winter storms.

The ideal candidate for GIS Specialist positions at levels I, II, and III is a highly skilled, motivated, and adaptable professional with in-depth knowledge of GIS technologies, a strong foundation in computer systems and data management, and a proven ability to support and advance the organization's geographic information systems. Experience working within local government is highly desired. The candidate should possess a strong technical background with a thorough understanding of GIS concepts, hands‑on experience in editing data and practical experience applying these skills in real‑world environments.

Additionally, the candidate is expected to demonstrate effective collaboration and a teamwork attitude, as well as progressive expertise and leadership capabilities as they advance through the specialist levels.

• Technical Proficiency:
  Extensive understanding of the Windows computing environment and applications relevant to GIS and proficiency in data development and editing in ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online/Portal.
• Product Expertise:
  Familiarity with current Esri products (including both desktop software and online applications), ESRI File Geodatabase data models, and GPS technologies.
• Foundational IT
  
  Skills:
  
  Working knowledge of ESRI Enterprise Geodatabase, server‑based GIS, SQL Server, ArcSDE, Python, HTML, and web design basics.
• Teamwork & Service Orientation:
  Ability to develop and support web‑based GIS tools, maintain corporate datasets, and provide user support.
• Professional Attributes:
  Effective both independently and within teams, creative problem‑solver, strategic thinker, skilled presenter, and committed to ongoing education and confidentiality.

• Advanced Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Thorough knowledge of ESRI’s Desktop and Server product lines, server‑based enterprise GIS, ArcSDE, SQL Server, and GPS technologies and workflows.
• Expanded Knowledge Base:
  Working familiarity with ArcGIS Online/Portal and web development protocols; basic Windows server…