GIS Specialist, on site in Syracuse, NY - Rapid Response Monitoring

Location:

This position is 100% in-office and reports to our facility on site in Syracuse, NY.

Role Summary:

As a GIS Specialist, you will work closely with the Licensing & Permitting Department to assist with the maintenance of Rapid Response Monitoring’s proprietary GIS (Geographic Information Systems) database. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for procuring, analyzing, and modifying geographic data within the United States and Canada.

Salary Range:

$26.50/hr - $28.50/hr based on experience

Responsibilities:

• Review existing GIS maps within our proprietary database and accurately perform updates or import new shape files as needed. Research customer accounts and information within our proprietary system.
• Utilize problem-solving skills to identify appropriate solutions when tagging new locations.
• Work closely with our Permit Coordinator Team to identify and audit specific geographic areas requiring updated maps, as well as assist with incoming jurisdictional requests.
• Understand how GIS changes impact our related proprietary permit service and communicate all pertinent changes in advance so our customers and our internal teams may prepare for subsequent effects.
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation and meet weekly metrics.
• Ability to maintain practices of top-level confidentiality.

Basic Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree, equivalent Military, or 2+ years of relevant work experience
• Proficient computer skills, including MS Office Suite (Word, Excel)
• Ability to obtain security licenses in all required States
• Ability to work schedule as assigned, including overtime and/or weekends if required
• Superior level of attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with Open Street Maps, JOSM or other similar GIS software.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

COVID-19 Requirements:

• Must be vaccinated against COVID-19. No boosters required at this time.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office environment. Employee may be subject so some lifting up to 10 lbs

What awaits you at Rapid Response:

• Annual salary increases, shift differentials, and performance bonuses
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Wellness Program + Wellness DAYS OFF
• Internal advancement opportunities

About Us:

Founded in Syracuse, NY in 1992, we are a critical response center focused on saving lives and protecting homes and businesses. Whether it’s a fire at a family home, an armed intruder at a business, a missing vehicle, an evening jogger, or a lone family member having a medical emergency, our “heroes” are there to help every day. Supported by teams of experts in their respective fields, our highly trained specialists are the 24/7 backbone for thousands of alarm companies across the country.

Additional Information:

Rapid Response offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and dynamic and professional work environments. We also offer continued growth through our internal advancement opportunities. For more information, view our website at https://www.rrms.com/careers/. Rapid Response is an Equal Opportunity Employer.