Student GIS Technician - Student Worker Para Prof Sr

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* Working Title:

Student GIS Technician*
* ** Job Class:
Student Worker Para Professional Senior*
* ** Agency:
Minnesota IT Services*
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** Job ** : 97986

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** Location** :
St. Paul

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** Telework Eligible** :
Yes  LI-Hybrid

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** Full/Part Time** :
Part-Time

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** Regular/Temporary** :
Limited

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** Who May Apply** :
Open to all qualified job seekers

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** Date Posted** : 11/04/2026

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** Closing Date** : 11/17/2026

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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Minnesota IT Services

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** Division/Unit** :
Office of Enterprise Tech / MnGeo Data Coord Staff

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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Day Shift

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** Days of Work** :
Monday - Friday, 8am to 12pm

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** Travel Required** :
No

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** Salary Range:**  $20.20 - $24.02 / hourly

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** Classified Status** :
Unclassified

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** Bargaining Unit/Union** : 207 - Technical/AFSCME

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** Work Area** :
St. Paul

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** End Date** : 06/30/2028

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** FLSA Status** :
Nonexempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
700/) :
No

** 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 ()  (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.

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* ** _Please note that this is a limited, part-time position, with the expectation of working approximately 20 hours per week. You will also have the option to work full-time (40 hours per week) during the summer and or winter breaks._*
* ** _This position is currently anticipated to last a year and a half._*
* ** _*We will be filling multiple vacancies from this one posting. All applicants will be considered for all vacancies_
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Minnesota IT Services (MNIT) is seeking a motivated Student GIS Technician to support the Minnesota Geospatial Information Office (MnGeo) with key Geographic Information System (GIS) projects. This is a great opportunity for students interested in gaining real-world GIS experience in a government setting.

As a Student GIS Technician, you will assist with:

+ Building and maintaining geospatial data frameworks to support statewide data needs (e.g., boundaries, ownership, transportation, and addresses).

+ Reviewing, creating, enhancing GIS data and metadata for publication on the Minnesota Geospatial Commons.

+ Supporting automation and web development tasks.

+ Contributing to other GIS-related projects as assigned.

You will work alongside experienced professionals and gain practical skills while supporting projects that impact communities across Minnesota.

This position requires an employee to work onsite at 600 Robert Street North, St. Paul, Minnesota at least 50% of the time, with limited telework available. Telework ()  eligibility depends on residence:

** Candidates living in Minnesota or within 50 miles of the worksite in a bordering state (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin) may telework up to 50%.*
* ** Minnesota residents living more than 50 miles from the worksite may be eligible to telework more than 50%.*
* ** Candidates living 50 miles or more from the worksite in a bordering state are not eligible for hire unless relocating within 50 miles.*
* ** Minimum Qualifications*
* ** To qualify, candidates must clearly show all of the following qualifications in their resume. Resume tips available
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* Student Worker Eligibility Requirements:

To be eligible for a student worker position, you must be enrolled in a post-secondary or graduate educational program or plan to enroll within three (3) months of appointment.

Students may remain eligible for employment while taking the summer or one semester/quarter off, provided the break does not exceed one semester/quarter per year. Enrollment below the minimum credit or class…