Geospatial Technology Analyst

Description and Functions Open Until Filled

The Wyoming Office of State Lands and Investments (OSLI) is seeking a Geospatial Technology Analyst in Cheyenne, Wyoming. OSLI manages the approximately four million acres of state trust land spread throughout Wyoming – lands held in trust by the State to produce revenue to support public education and other designated beneficiaries. The Geospatial Technology Analyst contributes to the development and distribution of geographic and land management data, assists in developing and maintaining mapping resources, and provides technical support for various agency systems.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement – Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!

Analyzes, creates, updates, maintains, interprets, maps, provides technical assistance and user support for, etc., the geographic data used by many employees to do their jobs more efficiently. Maintains GIS layers within an enterprise GIS environment and conduct analyses of GIS data that support management decisions. Creates data for new leases and land ownership as information is provided to the GIS team.

Identifies new leases and ownership in the land management systems that need to be added to GIS. Performs regular and routine analysis and quality assurance/quality control on new and existing data to ensure correct and accurate information. Identifies data issues and makes recommendations to correct issues. Maintains and supports online mapping resources. Assists in various data entry or data cleanup projects.

Preference may be given to applicants with experience in GIS, Data Management, or related fields.

Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and other geospatial technologies. Knowledge of GIS terms and definitions. Knowledge of real estate terms, the ability to read maps, plats, legal descriptions, legal documents, and metes and bounds. Knowledge of land surveying and land systems. Knowledge of cartographic design fundamentals. Knowledge of data management concepts and best practices. Knowledge of basic web design and graphic design.

Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and SQL.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree (typically in GIS or Data Management or a related field)
Experience: 0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in GIS or Data Management or related field) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Map Editor.
OR Education & Experience Substitution: 3-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in GIS or Data Management or related field) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Map Editor.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None

This position takes place in a typical office setting.

• FLSA:
  Non-Exempt

Click to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

• Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits – including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options – including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules – vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility – for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development – to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program – Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program – Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health
• WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION – Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can’t find anywhere else – wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.