Geographic Information System Specialist

Job Description:

Geographic Information System Specialist

Description

Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

Job Location: 105 W Capitol Ave, Jefferson City, MO

Why you’ll love this position:

The geographic information system specialist performs routine entry-level activities in the design, implementation, and support of geographic information systems (GIS) applications and databases. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision.

MoDOT will bring candidates onto the team as entry-level, intermediate or senior level, based on your skills and experience. This opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDERpositions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.

What you'll do:

• Use ESRI’s ArcGIS Pro to create custom maps and datasets for customer requests. Query and modify existing maps and data from MoDOT’s ORACLE statewide road and bridge inventory to meet MoDOT obligations.
• Integrate Excel spreadsheets and SQL queries with ArcGIS Pro to develop state highway maps, district maps, county maps, and a variety of other maps for internal and external use.
• Use ArcGIS Pro to create route events, feature classes and KML files relevant to customer requests.
• Provides customer service and responds to special requests, including troubleshooting and assisting users with ArcGIS Pro issues/questions.
• Incorporate new ArcGIS Pro tools and processes to improve efficiencies of existing maps.
• Import existing ArcGIS Desktop projects to ArcGIS Pro in order to upgrade older projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree: Geography, Computer Science, Surveying, Geographic Information Systems, or related field, OR

• Four years of experience working with geographic information systems, surveying, or

computer aided design and drafting.

Special Working Conditions:

• Job may require occasional, statewide, overnight travel.

More reasons to love this position:

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE .

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

If you have questions about this position, please contact:

cohrmocareers@modot.mo.gov

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Salary:

$52,511.52 per Year