GIS Technical Specialist

NISC develops and implements enterprise-level and customer-facing software solutions for over 960+ energy cooperatives and communication organizations across North America. Our mission is to deliver technology solutions and services that are Member-focused, quality-driven and valued-priced. We exist to serve our Members and help them serve their communities through our innovative software products, services and outstanding customer support. We are an AI-forward company committed to being a technology leader in our industry. NISC has been ranked in ComputerWorld’s Best Places to Work for 23 years, and we are looking for qualified individuals to join our team. 

Work Schedule:  

• Hybrid from one of our three office locations:  
• Cedar Rapids, IA
• Lake Saint Louis, MO
• Mandan, ND 
• Hybrid Schedule: Minimum of working 3 days per week in the office and ability to work up to all 5 days a week in the office, as needed
• Required Days from an Office Location: Tuesday and Wednesday - the third required day will be up to the candidate and their supervisor to choose

Summary: 

It is our purpose to provide World Class GIS solutions that exceed our Member’s expectations. This will be done through the building and maintenance of our Member’s GIS databases using NISC's proprietary Mapping GIS solution as well as other GIS solutions. 

Essential Duties:   

• Setup, edit and maintain GIS datasets for Members including, but not limited to; layers, fields, domains, geometric networks, and associated attributes and assets.
• Perform quality assurance including; collecting and analyzing database updates and work orders to ensure “as-built” conversion process is successful.
• Assist with the scheduling, tracking, monitoring, and leading GIS projects to ensure start time and deadlines are met, keeping all stakeholders informed.
• Provide technical and analytical support to internal customers for our GIS software.
• Provide software enhancement recommendations for our GIS software,
• Commitment to NISC’s Statement of Shared Values.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Preferred: 

• 3+ years of related experience preferred.
• Moderate level knowledge of business-related software applications and services.
• Moderate level knowledge of:
  • ArcPro  
  • ArcGIS Desktop
  • ArcCatalog 
•  Working knowledge of: 
  • ArcToolbox
  • ArcGIS Server 
• Python experience (the ability to customize existing scripts) 
• Moderate level knowledge of the Utility and/or Telecom industries.
• Excellent level verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent telephone/email etiquette and an ability to deal effectively with Member/Customers.
• Excellent level ability to organize and prioritize.
• Strong research and problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail.  
• Excellent level ability to multi task and time manage.
• Leverage generative AI tools and technologies to enhance productivity, creativity, and problem-solving within the scope of the role.
• Excellent level ability to demonstrate initiative and accountability 
• Ability to travel as often as necessary to meet the goals and objectives of the position.  

Education Preferred:  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, Geoscience, Cartography, GIS or equivalent experience  

Minimum Physical Requirements:  

 The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the essential functions of this position, employees must be able to see and communicate.  Employees are regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move, and operate computer keyboards or office equipment.  

Disclaimer: 

Management may modify this job description by assigning or reassigning duties and responsibilities at any time.