GIS Property Analyst

Status: Full Time, Non-ExemptStarting Wage Range: $31.19/hr. - $34.34/hr. Department/Shift: Land Resources & Parks Position Open Until Filled - Application Review Date: March 10, 2026Please submit Resume and Cover Letter with application

Dodge County offers a generous benefits package including:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) - available for use after 30 days of employment
• 10 observed paid holidays
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) - with employer contributions - HRA
• Life insurance, Long-term disability, Short-term disability and Flex spending
• Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) - an exceptional pension plan with employer match (upon vesting) and lifetime retirement payment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Oversees the processing of real property information as provided from Register of Deeds and local and state sources and performs necessary research to resolve discrepancies.
2. Determines, implements and documents appropriate methods and procedures for handling name and address changes and parcel splits.
3. Updates and maintains all reference layers comprising the tax parcel map on a regular basis throughout the year and assists with the development and maintenance of a County-wide Geographic Information System.
4. Integrates field survey GPS data into the system; develops and maintains resulting data layers of feature locations in the land information system.
5. Coordinates tax mapping activities with Land Information staff and GIS Administrator.
6. Develops tax mapping procedures and tax mapping checklist documents.
7. Fulfills mapping and GIS data requests from County departments, other governmental agencies, and the general public.
8. Provides mapping/ GIS information and assistance to abstractors, realtors, surveyors, landowners, taxpayers, local officials, and the general public.
9. Provides technical assistance to county personnel regarding GIS and spatial data.
10. Assists in maintenance of Address Management System, including assignment of new addresses. Maps locations into the point address data layer in GIS.
11. Analyzes, interprets and processes all necessary legal documents to maintain current real property ownership records.
12. Assists private sector, public sector, and general public in interpreting difficult property issues and advises on appropriate method for correction if necessary.
13. Oversees data entry, verification and printing of reports for the production of assessment rolls and works with local assessors to resolve property valuation and classification issues.
14. Downloads and imports assessment and revaluation figures from information provided by municipal assessors.
15. Reviews Certified Survey Maps, Plats, Condominiums and Plat of Survey for approval and consults with private surveyors and survey/mapping staff to ensure accuracy and resolve issues.
16. Assists users of the Land Information Search Tool (LIST) and GIS Web Map Tool as needed.
17. Provides Manager with information and recommendations regarding development, standardization, enhancement or change in office procedures, practices, activities, projects, plans and priorities involving the property listing section and oversees implementation.
18. Acts as liaison with County Treasurer, Department of Revenue, assessors, clerks, attorneys, realtors, public officials and private citizens.
19. Provides assistance as necessary to other county personnel in use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS-drone) and processing of photos using Pix4D photogrammetry software.
20. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED JOB COMPETENCIES

• Comprehensive knowledge of Geography, Cartography, and Geographic Information Systems theories, principals, and standard best practices.
• Knowledge of cartographic and survey-related concepts and techniques
• Knowledge of legal descriptions and PLSS.
• Knowledge and understanding of computer hardware and software related to mapping and land descriptions.
• Knowledge of WI Stats Chapter 236.
• Knowledge of the County Land Use Ordinance.
• Knowledge of pertinent programming language.
• Knowledge of terminology used in real estate and personal property assessment and tax rolls.
• Knowledge of the County and Department's operating requirements, policies, procedures, and practices; and local, State, and Federal regulations related to department programs and operations.
• Ability to effectively utilize the principles of strategic and long and short-range planning.
• Skill in analyzing complex administrative information and issues, defining problems and evaluating alternatives, and recommending methods, procedures, and techniques for resolution of issues.
• Ability to research and analyze detailed information and make appropriate recommendations.
• Ability to develop department goals and objectives.
• Ability to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate projects and programs.
• Ability to develop, interpret and implement regulations, policies, procedures, written instructions, general correspondence, and other department-specific documents.
• Ability to establish and maintain accurate records of assigned activities and operations.
• Ability to interpret and implement local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence; Federal, State, and local regulations.
• Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority.
• Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits requiring minimal direction and supervision.
• Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations.
• Knowledge of current office practices and procedures and knowledge of the operation of standard office equipment and software.
• Knowledge of computer software including word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications consistent for this position.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations required of this position.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively in English in both written and verbal form.
• Skill in researching and understanding complex written materials.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports.
• Ability to apply sound judgment and discretion in performing duties, resolving problems, and interpreting policies and regulations.
• Ability to communicate detailed and often sensitive information effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to handle sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully.
• Ability to maintain professionalism at all times.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with individuals within and outside the organization.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding business-related files, reports, and conversations, within the provisions of open records laws and other applicable State and Federal statutes and regulations.
• Ability to work the allocated hours of the position and respond after hours as needed.
• Ability to keep up with technological advancements in the land records field.
• Ability to learn new programs and software implemented by the County.

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, frequently requires standing, speaking or hearing, using hands and fingers to handle or feel and repetitive motions and occasionally requires walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and reaching with hands and arms.
• Work has standard vision requirements.
• Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
• Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and observing general surroundings and activities.
• Work is generally in a moderately noisy office setting.

Dodge County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Bachelors of Environmental and Earth Science (required)

Experience with Pix4D or similar photogrammetry software. (preferred)
Certification from the Wisconsin Department of Revenue as an Assessor 2. (preferred)
Licensed as a Remote Pilot for Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) within one (1) year of employment. (required)
Bachelor's Degree in GIS, Geography, Planning, Environmental Science, Computer Science, or other related field. Equivalent combination of education and experience which provides necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. (required)