GIS Specialist: Design & Deliver Spatial Solutions

Overview

Specialized work providing geographical information systems products, services, analysis, and support to meet user needs.

Location:

Richard H. Hansen Public Works and Transportation Complex, 4787 Midway Road, Pike Lake, MN 55811.

Salary: GIS Specialist $31.21 – $44.23 per hour (including longevity pay). GIS Principal $33.54 – $47.71 per hour (including longevity pay).

Position part of Civil Service Basic Union Contract, represented by Council 5 of AFSCME.

St. Louis County does not participate in E‑Verify and does not sponsor visas. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States.

An employee in this class applies GIS technology and programming tools to design and support geographical information systems and applications. Duties include consulting with GIS users to determine needs; developing and supporting customized applications, data, web services, and documents to meet user specifications; and participating in the assessment, implementation, and maintenance of GIS technology and techniques. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.

An employee in this class leads the planning, design, implementation, monitoring, and security of geographical information systems, technology, techniques and services to meet multi‑user goals. Duties include applications systems and web services development; data management; administration and support of GIS software, servers, and infrastructure; and the provision of technical training sessions, guidance and support to GIS users and staff. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.

• CONSTANT:
  Near vision; maintain posture; sit; work around others; and work inside.
• FREQUENT:
  Field of vision; visual accommodation; color vision; hear within 5 feet; bend neck; feel; use fingers; grasp; handle; reach; rotate neck; static neck; and work alone.
• OCCASIONAL:
  Lift and carry up to 10 pounds; midrange vision; depth perception; hear within 20 feet; move about; stand; talk/speak; walk; work with others; and customer/public contact.

• Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), geography, computer science, information technology, or related field with GIS coursework plus two (2) years full‑time paid verifiable direct GIS experience.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

• Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), geography, computer science, information technology, or a closely related field with GIS coursework plus four (4) years full‑time paid verifiable direct GIS experience.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

At the discretion of the hiring authority, the successful candidate may be considered for appointment at the GIS Specialist or GIS Principal level, contingent on minimum qualifications and department need. This would be determined at the time a job offer is extended.

Eligible veterans must submit required documents listed below.

• Veteran: DD‑214 indicating character of service.
• Disabled Veteran: DD‑214 and compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months.
• Spouse of Disabled Veteran: DD‑214, compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months, and marriage certificate. (Eligible only if Veteran is unable to qualify because of the disability.)
• Spouse of Deceased Veteran: DD‑214, marriage certificate, and death certificate.

• Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Benefits
• Deferred Compensation
• Training and Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Resource Groups
• Employee Wellness Program
• Pet Insurance

• Physical‑Medical Standards:
  Applicants must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Drug Testing:
  Selected candidates must pass a drug test.
• Background Check:
  Selected candidates will undergo background investigation.
• Probationary Period:
  Appointees must complete a six‑month probationary period prior to permanent employment.