GIS Technician - Research Analyst

About the role

The GIS Technician supports Geographic Information Systems (GIS) work in MnDOT’s Office of Environmental Stewardship (OES) by helping maintain spatial data and providing basic GIS services to users within OES. The incumbent will assist in collecting, organizing, analyzing, and mapping spatial data to support business operations, decision-making, and planning.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the collection, organization, and analysis of spatial data.
• Support end-users with GIS tools.
• Contribute to the accuracy and organization of OES' and MnDOT's GIS data.

Requirements

• One (1) year of professional level GIS experience.
• Two (2) years of technical experience in CAD/GIS, Surveying, Mapping, Cartography or a closely related field.
• Experience with GIS software.
• Familiar with GIS data structures, such as shapefiles, feature classes, and geodatabases.
• Ability to apply cartographic principles, including map design, symbology, labeling, and layout best practices.
• Ability to apply Introductory skills in spatial data editing and analysis, including attribute editing, spatial joins, and basic geoprocessing.
• Working knowledge of databases and spreadsheets, including Microsoft Excel, sufficient to process and track computer files used in data collection and processing.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of professional level GIS experience: OR Two (2) years of technical experience in CAD/GIS, Surveying, Mapping, Cartography or a closely related field.
• GIS Certificate.
• Experience with ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.

Skills

• Strong understanding of GIS software.
• Proficiency in GIS data structures and spatial analysis techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Health insurance plan.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Pension plan.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

$24.40 - $35.30 / hourly; $50,947 - $73,706 / annually

Schedule

Day Shift: Monday - Friday

Contact

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Stephanie Olson at stephanie.glaser@state.mn.us.