Data Mapping Analyst Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Requisition No: 878672 

Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: GIS MAPPING ANALYST II - 55009909

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 55009909 

Salary:  $55,800.10 - $64,100.12 

Posting Closing Date: 07/14/2026 

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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION

958 / Geographic Information Systems Office

OPEN COMPETITIVE

CAREER SERVICE

FULL-TIME

CONTACT PERSON: Tammy Barnes

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: (850) 414-4367

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: Tammy.Barnes@dot.state.fl.us

ANTICIPATED HIRING SALARY: $2,384.62/biweekly / $62,000.12/annual

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.

To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration.

Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers.  Visa sponsorship is not available.

Our Mission

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.

Our Vision

As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

The Work You Will Do:

GIS Mapping Analyst II / Geographic Information Systems

This role develops Geographic Information System (GIS) products using Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) platforms to support internal offices, state agencies, and external customers, while performing data management in accordance with FDOT standards, including researching and acquiring necessary datasets. It also involves creating quality‑control processes, maintaining metadata, and producing aerial basemaps for the Aerial Photo Program. The position is responsible for developing and delivering GIS training across the Department and regularly collaborating with customers to define project requirements, present solutions, address questions, and provide training on implemented GIS tools.

The Difference You Will Make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication. 

How You Will Grow:

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development.  Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses. 

Where You Will Work:

Florida Department of Transportation

Geographic Information Systems Office

605 Suwannee Street

Tallahassee, Florida 32399

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Develop Geographic Information Systems (GIS) products using Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) GIS platforms in support of Department of Transportation offices, other state agencies, and external customers.

Perform data management tasks in support of geospatial products following established FDOT data standards. When necessary, conduct research to locate and obtain existing datasets.

Develop and perform quality control procedures, metadata documentation and aerial basemap production in support of the Aerial Photo Program.

Develop, maintain, schedule and distribute training opportunities to promote GIS skills in the Department.

Interact with customers, both internal and external, to define project requirements and deliverables. Present solutions to customers, answer questions and provide training on developed solutions. 

The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

Knowledge of cartography, geography, and mapping terminology
Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) concepts

Skills in:

Skill in the use of GIS, and related software for mapping purposes
Skill in installing and maintaining ArcGIS software
Skill in GIS customization using Python or other programming languages

Ability to:

Ability to perform spatial analysis and interpret results
Ability to create geographic maps using GIS software
Ability to perform photo-interpretation of aerial imagery to identify relevant features
Ability to work with internal and external customers in a courteous manner

Other Job-Related Requirements:

Employee will be required to be responsive to emergency situations within a very short timeframe and serve in the Transportation Emergency Management Team (TEMT).

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two years of experience with GIS software.

• Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
• $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
• Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
• State of Florida retirement package
• 10 paid holidays a year

• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Career advancement opportunities
• Tuition waiver for public college courses
• A variety of training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES THE SERVICE VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS HAVE GIVEN TO OUR COUNTRY AND SUPPORTS THE HIRING OF RETURNING SERVICE MEMBERS AND MILITARY SPOUSES.  If you are a preference-eligible applicant who receives notice of a hiring decision and believe that you were not afforded employment preference in accordance with applicable Florida law and regulation, you may file a written complaint within 60 calendar days from the date you receive the notice, requesting an investigation to the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Division of Benefits and Assistance, 9500 Bay Pines Boulevard, Room 214, St. Petersburg, Florida 33708.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.  QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.  In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation’s Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities.  Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided.  Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation’s Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 for assistance.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.