GIS Specialist

State of Missouri
Jefferson City, Missouri United States  View Map
Posted: Dec 18, 2024
  • Salary: $54,489.60-$65,387.50 per Year USD
  • Salary Top:65387
  • Full Time
  • GIS and Surveying
  • Job Description

    Job Location:

    • 1101 Riverside Dr., Jefferson City, MO 65101, Lewis & Clark Building, Jefferson City, MO. 65101.



    Why you’ll love this position:

    This is a professional-level position responsible for supporting an individual agency or an agency division. Plans, designs, develops and implements applications to ensure data integrity, compatibility with existing systems, and compliance with standards, policies, and other guidelines. Provides technical support and guidance to GIS users and staff regarding GIS applications, data acquisitions and creations, data editing, GIS desktop software issues, and design, implementation, and management of geodatabases. Assists with assigned projects.

    This position is within the Office of Administration Information Technology Services Division, Office of Geospatial Information (OGI).

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    • Consult and closely work with the GIS Team Manager and other team members to evaluate and plan organizational GIS needs.
    • Plans, coordinates, facilitates, and works on specific GIS projects and activities within the assigned agency/division.
    • Serves as an expert on spatial technology matters.
    • Provides guidance on GIS data acquisition, implementation, and management of geodatabase schema, with consultation with GIS Manager.
    • Create ArcGIS Server web services and utilize REST services to develop Web applications. Create ArcGIS REST Services for near real-time data acquisition from environmental sensors for monitoring and situation awareness.
    • Plan, design, and develop ESRI ArcGIS Online Web applications including experience builder, operations dashboards, custom interactive web map applications, field maps applications, and hub site with custom initiatives.
    • Help GIS users within the department with their GIS needs. This support may include help with data creation, editing, and any technical issues related to GIS desktop software.
    • Participates in other GIS activities as assigned.


    • Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Computer Science, Geography, Environmental Science/Geology, or closely related field with strong GIS/IT emphasis.
    • Comprehensive knowledge and experience with ESRI ArcGIS Pro and extensions (such as Spatial Analyst, Arc Hydro, Network Analyst, 3D Analyst, Geostatistical Analyst etc.).
    • Working knowledge of geodatabases, database design.
    • Experiences in ESRI cloud based technology that are utilized by ArcGIS Online.
    • Skills in Python (especially ArcPy/ArcGIS API for Python), Arcade or any other scripting language such as Java Script, SQL programming.
    • Ability to learn and integrate different technology platforms in creating solutions for complex business needs.
    • Ability to troubleshoot complex GIS applications.
    • Ability to convey technical information and concepts to non-technical staff and stakeholders.
    • Serves as an expert on spatial technology matters.
    • Ability to define a problem, analyze relevant information, and develop solutions and plans to solve the problem.
    • Ability to develop and sustain cooperative working relationships.
    • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
    • Ability to be self-motivated, exercise independent judgment, and take action on it.
    • Ability to learn and adapt to changing GIS technologies and capabilities.
    • Successful background check results are required for employment in this position. This may include background checks involving a candidate’s name and/or fingerprints and other screenings as needed for the specific position.


    Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

    In addition to those identified in the previous level: Knowledge of GIS, data collection, and cloud technology concepts. Knowledge of GIS products and analytical tools. Knowledge of types and relationships of spatial and non-spatial data. Knowledge of project management.

    The classification for this position is Geographic Information Systems Specialist : Click for more information.

    The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, 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 .
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • State of Missouri
    • State of Missouri

    Build the Missouri of tomorrow.

    Ensure a strong foundation today.

    Join a group of innovative team members focused on driving the State of Missouri forward. As public servants, our team members have the opportunity to produce work that is both lasting and important. This work serves to protect families, communities, and our natural resources.

     No matter where you are in your career, whether entry level or senior level, a career with the State of Missouri will challenge you to grow both personally and professionally. Though one employer, there is no shortage of exciting opportunities as there are many career paths you may take within the State. If you are searching for a job that transforms lives, including your own, a career with the State of Missouri is the perfect fit!

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