Transportation Geographic Information Systems Technician - Kanawha
Listed on 2026-10-12
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IT/Tech
Computer Science, Information & Knowledge Management
Disclaimer-this position will be considered classified-exempt and “at will.”
The Transportation Geographic Information Systems Technician will work in either the Geographic Information Systems Services Unit, the Linear Referencing Systems Services Unit, or the Mapping Services Unit in the Information Technology Division. This position involves basic-level technical work in multi-tier Geographic Information System (GIS) operations and services for a state agency or department. Duties include digital data entry and maintenance, executing applications, and producing maps and related graphic output and reports.
Complexity involves duties that are varied and involve different and often unrelated processes and methods. Analysis of subject matter is conducted, and decisions are made using the results of this analysis. Performs related work as required.
Associate’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a major in geography, cartography, geology, natural or earth sciences, environmental sciences, landscape architecture, urban planning, land surveying, environmental engineering, computer science, or a related field with six (6) semester hours in computer science, computer mapping, or computer aided drafting and design (CADD) or GIS.
EXPERIENCE- Two (2) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in computer mapping or GIS related activities, including digital map analysis, map display and digitizing procedure, and automated mapping or CADD drawing production.
- Substitution:
Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in the above fields, with six (6) semester hours in computer science, computer mapping, or computer aided drafting and design (CADD) or GIS may be substituted for the required training and experience.
Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver’s license is required
- Candidate Contact Name:
Regina Jarrell - Phone Number:
- Email Address: regina.s.jarrell
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