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GIS Training & Support Specialist - Research Analysis Spec

State of Minnesota • Saint Paul, MN • 56min ago

Working Title: GIS Training & Support Specialist

Job Class: Research Analysis Specialist

Agency: Transportation Dept

Job ID : 90547

Location : St. Paul

Telework Eligible : Yes

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 12/02/2025

Closing Date : 12/15/2025

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE

Division/Unit : Geographic Info & Mapping

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : No

Salary Range: $28.26 - $41.43 / hourly; $59,006 - $86,505 / annually

Classified Status : Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/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.

** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

This position supports MnDOT's use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) by providing technical guidance, training, and user support across the agency. The role helps staff access and apply GIS data for planning, operations, and decision-making. Key responsibilities include analyzing spatial data needs, improving workflows, creating maps and visual tools, and supporting GIS applications. The position also promotes data quality, consistency, and effective GIS use throughout MnDOT.

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of professional GIS experience demonstrating:

Experience in cartographic principles and production such as layout standards, annotations, pdf manipulation and online mapping.

Experience in spatial data interpretation, conversion, management, and analysis.

Experience in creating/soliciting, processing, analyzing, and managing spatial data and corresponding metadata.

Experience using Esri's ArcGIS or similar GIS software.

Note: A Bachelor's degree in Geography, Geographic Information Systems, Surveying, Engineering, Planning or Computer Science substitutes for one year of professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in Python, statistical operations, raster modeling, and model builder.

Experience providing individual technical GIS support.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver's License Check, and Education/License Verification.

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 careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

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