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Working Title: GIS Specialist

Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 3

Agency: Minnesota IT Services

+ **Job ID** : 90503

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes #LI-Hybrid

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 11/27/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 12/10/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Minnesota IT Services

+ **Division/Unit** : Office of Enterprise Tech / Geospatial

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $33.38 - $54.87 / hourly; $69,697 - $114,568 / annually

+ **Job Class Option** : Geographic Info Systems Tech

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - Professional Employees (MAPE)

+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Join the 2,800+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/) (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives. This position will be part of the Minnesota Geospatial Information Office (MnGeo), which coordinates geographic information systems within the state, creating connections between state agencies and other stakeholders from public and private organizations.

We are seeking a GIS Specialist to provide GIS support, training, and spatial analysis for a variety of projects and users. This role involves developing and maintaining GIS data, applications, and interactive maps, responding to client requests for GIS products, and supporting Next Generation 9-1-1 geospatial initiatives. The ideal candidate will collaborate with local data providers, lead project workgroups, and deliver presentations to advance GIS capabilities across the state.

**This position requires an employee to be onsite in Saint Paul, Minnesota at least 50% of the time, with some opportunity to perform work from a telework location.** Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) for Minnesota IT Services is available on a limited basis. Employees will be required to meet current telework eligibility requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must clearly demonstrate all of the following qualifications in their resume.** Resume tips here. (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/hiringprocess.jsp) **:

Position requires a minimum of three 93) years of IT related experience in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and spatial data analysis.

Experience must include:

+ Experience with Esri GIS software products, including ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro, and ArcGIS Model Builder.

+ Experience with SQL and relational database management tools such as Microsoft Access, SQL Server, Oracle, or PostgreSQL.

+ Knowledge of cartographic principles, map design, coordinate systems, map projections, and map-based analysis.

+ Ability to deliver effective verbal or written messages that facilitate a mutual understanding on both parties.

+ Customer service skills that include active listening, empathy, and problem-solving

A master’s degree in Information Technology or an IT related field substitutes for three (3) years of experience, OR an IT related bachelor’s degree substitutes for two (2) years, OR an IT related associate’s degree substitutes for one (1) year.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Programming experience and proficiency with development tools such as Python, Visual Basic, HTML, XML, and JavaScript.

+ Familiarity with web-based GIS publishing and creating interactive maps and applications.

+ Experience working with 9-1-1 call centers, including police, fire, EMS dispatch, and emergency response operations.

+ Knowledge of Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG9-1-1) terminology, standards, and GIS-related workflows.

+ Experience maintaining GIS data for a 9-1-1 center or closely related public safety entity.

+ Knowledge and application of address standards (FGDC, NENA, MNGAC), geocoding, data validation, and quality control techniques.

Additional Requirements

It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:

+ SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)

+ Criminal History Check

+ Reference Check

+ Social Security and Address Verification

+ Education Verification

+ Other legally required checks

Minnesota IT Services does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota IT Services will not sponsor applicant for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.