911 Geographic Info Spec II

NCT9-1-1 is looking for a 9-1-1 GIS Specialist II to join our growing team!  The NCT9-1-1 program boasts some of the most advanced technology in the 9-1-1 industry and continues to stay on the cutting edge.  This includes comprehensive Geographical Information Systems (GIS) solutions.  In this position, you will be responsible for collecting and maintaining GIS information for our 13 counties.  Do you have strong technical and GIS skills? Are you considered innovative? Do you demonstrate a customer focus and action orientation to provide quality service to an organization? Do you have a strong sense of teamwork and integrity?   

If you are interested in being part of a team whose projects have a direct impact on saving lives, this could be the opportunity for you!  

Company Description  

Saving Lives and Making a Difference!  

The North Central Texas Emergency Communications District (NCT9-1-1) is responsible for more than 40 Emergency Communications Centers (ECCs) in 13 counties surrounding the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex.  The Program supports these ECCs through maintaining and upgrading 9-1-1 equipment, providing up-to-date mapping information, training for public safety personnel, educating the public on the proper use of 9-1-1, and monitoring ECC functionality and compliances.   NCT9-1-1 serves a population of 1.9 million and 10,800 square miles.   

Job Description:  

NCT9-1-1 is seeking a GIS Specialist II to collect, maintain, and QA/QC GIS data to coalesce into the Public Safety Enterprise GIS environment. The position will require a close working relationship with the Regional Addressing Authority in the NCT9-1-1 district area.  This position will support the on-going expansion and improvement of GIS services within NCT9-1-1.   

Required Skills: 

• Strong technical and analytical skills 

• Advanced knowledge of Esri GIS Software products 

• Strong database skills and knowledge of query languages 

• Good decision-making abilities 

• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment 

• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment 

• Ability to work well under pressure, in time-sensitive situations, and adapting to shifting priorities 

Required Experience: 

• Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. Knowledge is usually acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor's degree in a related field of study or equivalent work experience. 

• 1-3 years of related work experience is required or experience in the GIS field.  

FLSA: Exempt

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other classifications covered under federal, state, or local laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Background Check & Drug Testing:
All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background check, employment history, motor vehicle record check, social security verification, education verification, and other elements as needed. NCTCOG is committed to a safe and drug free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping NCTCOG safe and drug free. In order to receive an offer of employment from NCTCOG, selected candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background check and drug screening.

E-Verify:
The North Central Texas Council of Governments participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.