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GIS Specialist I (Short-Term Temporary)

Salary

$68,078.40 - $110,489.60 Annually

Location

390 Robert St. N St. Paul, MN

Job Type

Temporary Short Term (<90 days)

Job Number

2025-00207

Division

Community Development

Department

Research

Opening Date

09/03/2025

Closing Date

9/17/2025 11:59 PM Central

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+ Benefits

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WHO WE ARE

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services.More information about us on our website. (https://metrocouncil.org/About-Us/The-Council-Who-We-Are.aspx)

TheResearch Data Development and Analysis unit is seeking to hire up to three (3) full-time GIS Specialists to work as short-term temporary employees for up to ninety calendar days (not benefits eligible). These positions are a part of a larger team project based out of our St. Paul office.

The Research unit manages large regional policy initiatives undertaken by the Council and collects and disseminates data and analysis about demographics, development patterns, climate change, equity, parks visitation, and the regional economy.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

The Council routinely conducts an inventory of the generalized land uses throughout the seven-county region using aerial photography, county assessor information, and other key data. Starting in late 2025, the Metropolitan Council will update their 2020 generalized land use layer with 2025 aerial photography.

This position is eligible for a hybrid (both remote and onsite) telework arrangement. Candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin. This posting will create a six-month eligibility list for current and future openings.

What you would do in this job

+ Update the 2020 generalized land use layer to 2025

+ Utilize 2025 digital orthophotography within ArcPro 3.4 to determine changes in land use since 2020

+ Digitize from orthophotos and interpret land use categories from information in other GIS data sets

+ Other GIS-related duties

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)

Any of the following combinations of education (in GIS, Geography, Surveying and Geomatics Engineering Technology, or a closely related field), and GIS experience:

+ Bachelor's degree and 1 year of experience

+ Associate's degree and 3 years of experience

+ High school diploma/GED and 5 years of experience

What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):

+ ESRI ArcPro 2.4 or higher

+ Experience with aerial photo interpretation

+ Extensive knowledge of communities and geography of the Twin Cities Metro area

+ Experience working with coworkers from diverse personal and professional backgrounds

What Knowledge, Skills and Abilities you should have:

+ Skills using ESRI ArcPro 2.4 or higher

+ Demonstrated interest in GIS and geography

+ Understanding of geographic principles

+ Knowledge of the Twin Cities metro region of Minneapolis and Saint Paul

+ Experience viewing and interpreting aerial imagery

+ Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy

+ A general knowledge of common desktop computer applications

+ The ability to conduct repetitive computer tasks for extended periods of time

+ Good communications skills

+ Ability to carry out assigned tasks with general supervision

+ Ability to work with tact, courtesy, cooperation and collaboratively with others where the primary purpose is the exchange of information

Additional information

Union: AFSCME

Grade:E

FLSA:Non-Exempt

Safety Sensitive:No

Work Environment :

Work is performed in a standard office setting.

What steps the recruitment process involves:

+ We review your minimum qualifications.

+ We rate your education and experience.

+ We conduct a structured panel interview.

+ We conduct a selection interview.

Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:

If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety-sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor, and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety-sensitive position) and criminal background checks if the job you're applying for is safety-sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.

If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email [email protected].

We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:

+ Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund

+ Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan

+ Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%

+ Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance

The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:

+ Well@Work clinic

+ bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year

+ parking at many job locations

+ fitness centers at many job locations

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ extensive health and wellness programs and resources

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Applicant Instructions: It is important thatyour application shows all relevant education and experienceyou possess. The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely, and please do not type "see resume" otherwise your application will be considered incomplete, and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attach a resume and/or cover letter to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding my application and supplemental questions.

+ Yes

+ No

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How did youfirsthear about this job opening?

+ CareerForce Center

+ Community Event/Organization

+ Employee Referral

+ Facebook

+ Glassdoor

+ Indeed

+ Job Fair

+ LinkedIn

+ Metro Transit Bus Advertisement

+ Twitter

+ Website: governmentjobs.com

+ Website: metrocouncil.org

+ Website: metrotransit.org

+ Website: minnesotajobnetwork.com

+ Other

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If you selected 'Other', please describe where you first heard about this job. if you selected 'Employee Referral' please enter the employee's first and last name, ID number (if known), and job title. Type N/A if not applicable.

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Please select the option best describes your level of relevant education and professional experience.

+ Bachelor's degree in GIS or a related field AND at least 1 year of GIS experience

+ Associate's degree in GIS or a related field AND at least 3 years of GIS experience

+ High school diploma/GED AND at least 5 years of GIS experience

+ Some combination of relevant education and experience, but not enough to meet any of the above options

+ None of the above

05

If you selected "Some combination of relevant education and experience" in the above question, what experience or course work did you complete which has prepared you for this position? If this does not apply, enter "N/A."

06

Do you have experience with ESRI or ESRI ArcPro 2.4 or higher?

+ Yes

+ No

07

If you replied "yes" to the above question, please describe in detail your experience with ESRI ArcPro software. If you selected "no", write N/A.

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Do you have extensive knowledge of the geography and neighborhoods of the Twin Cities - Minneapolis and Saint Paul? This question is subjective and does not disqualify you from further consideration.

+ Yes

+ No

09

If you answered "yes" to the above question, please describe in detail how you obtained this extensive knowledge. If you selected "no", write N/A.

10

Please describe your experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive environments. If this does not apply, enter "N/A."

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Employer

Metropolitan Council

Address

390 Robert St. N.St. Paul, Minnesota, 55101

Website

https://metrocouncil.org

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