Working Title: GIS Specialist
Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 3
Agency: Minnesota IT Services
Job ID : 93832
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 : 04/27/2026
Closing Date : 05/11/2026
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 an experienced GIS Specialist to provide dedicated support, training, spatial analysis, and database management. This role involves developing and maintaining GIS data, interactive maps, managing applications and 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 may also support other MnGeo projects and programs as needed.
This position requires an employee to be onsite at 445 Minnesota Street, 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
To qualify, candidates must clearly show all of the following qualifications in their resume. Resume tips available here (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/hiringprocess.jsp) :
Position requires a minimum of three (3) 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, AGOL, HUB, and ArcGIS Model Builder.
Experience with relational database management tools such as SQL Server, Oracle, or PostgreSQL.
Knowledge of cartographic principles, map design, coordinate systems, map projections, and map-based analysis.
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a manner that facilitates mutual understanding.
Customer-focused approach grounded in active listening, empathy, and solution-oriented problem-solving to deliver positive user experiences.
Education in Information Technology (IT) or an IT related field may substitute for experience as follows: a master's degree for eighteen (18) months of experience; a bachelor's degree for one (1) year; and an associate's degree for six (6) months.
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 the federal E-Verify program. Minnesota IT Services is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions, and cannot complete Form I-9 or any other documentation requiring employer participation in E-Verify. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.
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.
