GIS Coordinator

State of Maine; United States; Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Parental leave

Job summary

The State of Maine is hiring a GIS Coordinator to support NG9-1-1 GIS layers across the state. You will work with municipalities to keep road networks, addresses, and responder data current and accurate, and train staff on the online maintenance system and addressing procedures.

You will engage with state, county, and local partners to promote standards and data sharing. The role offers hybrid work with two days in Augusta and three remote days.

Qualifications

• 3-year combination of education, training, and/or experience directly related to operation, development, and/or maintenance of GIS systems.
• Knowledge of Esri products and GIS data management.
• Ability to communicate and organize effectively.

Responsibilities

• Updating road and address data using aerial imagery and GPS data.
• Quality Assurance/Quality Control of 9-1-1 GIS layers.
• Provide training on addressing procedures and GIS applications.
• Outreach to state, county, and municipal officials on GIS standards.

Skills

Esri ArcGIS Pro/Online/Enterprise

Geospatial analysis

Relational databases

Spatial analysis quality

Coordinate systems

Data digitizing

Effective communication

Writing skills

Organization

Driver's license

Education

3-year GIS-related education/experience

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

ArcGIS Enterprise Portal

Job description

If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State.

Job Title: Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Coordinator
Division: Emergency Services Communications Bureau

Code: 9554

Opening date: October 5, 2026

Closing date: October 23, 2026
Location: Augusta, ME
Salary: $44,948.80 - $62,774.40 annually plus a 32.5% retention stipend

About Us

The Public Utilities Commission’s Emergency Services Communication is responsible for the implementation and management of Maine’s Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG9-1-1) system. GIS is the foundation upon which NG9‑1‑1 location and call routing services are built.

The Role

The Public Utilities Commission Emergency Services Communication Bureau is seeking a GIS Coordinator to support and maintain the GIS layers that are required by the NG9-1-1 system within the State of Maine. This position works with Municipal and/or County Addressing Officers to ensure the addresses, roads, and responder layers are up to date and accurate. This position is also responsible for providing training for the online maintenance request system, and Maine’s 9-1-1 addressing procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Updating the accuracy of roads and addresses using aerial photography and GPS collection.
• Performs Quality Assurance/Quality Control on the 9-1-1 GIS layers.
• Consults with and advises various state, county and municipal officials on standards related to road naming and property numbering. Provides GIS application and addressing standards training for Addressing officers to obtain maximum participation.
• Provides outreach to other private and governmental entities on the use of 9-1-1 GIS layers. Also, seeks out new data sources from private and governmental entities.

Why This Role is Exciting

This opportunity to join the ESCB team as a GIS Coordinator will enable you to leverage your experience and knowledge of GIS as part of an experienced 9-1-1 GIS team in Maine’s efforts to ensure precise location information, accurate emergency call routing, and efficient response navigation to get the right help to the right place when your fellow Mainers and visitors need it most. This role blends technology, analysis, and real-world impact as you work alongside other GIS professionals and 9-1-1 trainers and analysts to make the system work reliably and efficiently.

• - Hybrid Work Flexibility : Work remotely three days a week and spend two days a week in our office in Augusta. (Must reside in Maine)
• - Professional Development : Access to ongoing training and growth opportunities to support your career advancement.
• - Inclusive Culture : Work in a collaborative and inclusive environment, where diverse perspectives are both necessary and valued.

Who We're Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

A three (3) year combination of education, training, and/or experience directly related to the operation, development, and/or maintenance of GIS systems.The following skills and traits are equally necessary:

• · Knowledge of Esri products like ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Enterprise Portal .
• · Knowledge of resource analysis and sources of mapped and tabular data.
• · Knowledge of relational database management systems and concepts.
• · Knowledge of spatial analysis quality requirements.
• · Knowledge of mapping reference and coordinate systems.
• · Knowledge of design and operation of GIS.
• · Knowledge of computer operating systems.
• · Ability to transfer data from maps and other media by digitizing.
• · Ability to communicate effectively.
• · Ability to write clearly and effectively.
• · Ability to organize, coordinate, and schedule computer and equipment use.
• · Ability to interpret aerial photographs.
• · Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• · Valid Class C driver’s license
• · Physical ability to drive or ride in a vehicle for up to 8 hours per day

Benefits of working for the State of Maine

• - Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. When you or immediate members of your family are ill, utilize 12 days of sick leave per year.
• - Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60-$13,650.48annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.maine.gov%2Fbhr%2Foeh%2Fbenefits%2Fsom-health-plan%2Fpremium-rates&data=04%7C01%7CMeghan.Jellison%40maine.gov%7C883b6efb0f594829332108d9bb182364%7C413fa8ab207d4b629bcdea1a8f2f864e%7C0%7C0%7C637746534616178864%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXTCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=X4Bbmjj0Zm0NX9jGAp%2F77R8TX9NZMk9PDe%2FmWVYS2ws%3D&reserved=0
• - Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28annual value).
• - Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes a percentage of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• - Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• - Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• - Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fstudentaid.gov%2Fmanage-loans%2Fforgiveness-cancellation%2Fpublic-service&data=04%7C01%7CMeghan.Jellison%40maine.gov%7Cbb2825cbfcfa4d83a83308d98ff7ee5d%7C413fa8ab207d4b629bcdea1a8f2f864e%7C0%7C0%7C637699117283897832%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXTCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=8PlxTTY7fEaXM9bLL2nynPheTSjgluw3NeqD44GZ%2Bgc%3D&reserved=0
• - Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• - Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave . Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act. https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-hr-professionals/rules-policies/policy-practices-manual/Family-Medical-Leave
• - Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/benefits/Saving_for_Retirement through payroll deductions.

State employeesare eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package , covering many aspects of wellness.Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness .

Information provided during the application, interview and selection process will be verified.