Job Description
Join the 2,800+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services (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 Job Summary 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 for Minnesota IT Services is available on a limited basis. Employees will be required to meet current telework eligibility requirements. Qualifications 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. 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.