County(ies):	Dane
Classification Title: / JAC:   Job Working Title:	POLICY INITIATIVES ADVISOR-ADMINISTRATIVE 07-02807     Geographic Information Officer
Type of Employment:	Full Time (40 hrs/week)
Salary:	This position is assigned to PR 81-02. Starting salary will be up to $82,000 per year for candidates new to state service, depending on candidate qualifications and agency needs. Starting salary for current state employees will be in accordance with the provisions of the State Compensation Plan. A two-year career executive trial period may be required.
Contact:	Patricia Thysse, HR Program Officer, 608-266-1524, patricia.thysse@doa.state.wi.us
Bargaining Unit:	Non-Represented
Area of Competition:	Open
Deadline to Apply:	9/17/2007

Come join the Division of Enterprise Technology and provide leadership across the enterprise for Geographic Information Systems. 

Job Duties:   

The GIO reports directly to the state’s Chief Information Officer and will facilitate the coordination of GIS activities amongst state agencies, counties, cities and tribal governments.  This position will enforce the adoption of appropriate data sharing and best practices; maintain effective, robust land programs while meeting the Governor’s objective of reducing the size of government; identify and prepare documents describing strategic directions for enterprise-wide geographic information systems; and make recommendations on awarding grants to fund geospatial data and to create information sharing agreements with various units of government.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:   Extensive knowledge of geographic data and mapping with a focus on the “vision”; background in GIS technology including a thorough knowledge of GIS software and familiarity with database software.  IT skills emphasizing GIS.  Proven ability to produce reports and papers on policies, advocating appropriate initiatives to government partners.  Strong oral and written communication skills including the ability to work at the highest levels of government in an effective manner.  Organizational skills and experience analyzing enterprise business and technology issues in a large corporation or governmental organization.

How To Apply:   Special application materials are available on the DOA Employment page http://www.doa.state.wi.us/jobs/pdf_files/GIOAHQ0807.pdf  or to have them mailed call the DOA Request Line (608) 266-7146. Questions may be addressed to Patricia Thysse, voice (608) 266-1524, FAX (608) 264-7648 or e-mail: patricia.thysse@wisconsin.gov  Current career executive candidates from within state service need only apply with a cover letter and resume detailing your experience in the above areas. Applications must be received by 4:30 p.m. on September 17, 2007.