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Kind of Work Specialized work providing geographical information systems products, services, analysis, and support to meet user needs. This position is located at the Richard H. Hansen Public Works and Transportation Complex.

4787 Midway Road, Pike Lake, MN 55811. The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range for 2026. The full salary range, including longevity pay for a GIS Technician, is $27.24 - $38.15 per hour

The full salary range, including longevity pay for a GIS Specialist, is $31.21 - $44.23 per hour. The full salary range, including longevity pay for a GIS Principal, is $33.54 - $47.71 per hour. This position is part of the Civil Service Basic Union Contract represented by Council 5 of AFSCME

St. Louis County does not participate in E-Verify. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States, for St.

Louis County, on a full-time basis. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.

Distinguishing Features of Work GIS Technician An employee in this class prepares, analyzes and maintains GIS maps, data, and records. Duties include preparing, analyzing, and maintaining GIS products, documents, and data; participating in the development, implementation, and support of applications and web services; providing assistance to GIS users; and assisting with the evaluation and implementation of GIS technology. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.

GIS Specialist 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.

GIS Principal 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.

Work Environment These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled. 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. Selection Process MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GIS Technician (Pass/Fail): Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Geographical Information Systems (GIS), geography, computer science, information technology, or related field of study (all degrees must include course work in GIS); OR possession of an Associate's degree in Geographical Information Systems or closely related field AND two (2) years full-time paid verifiable experience performing GIS related duties. Possession of a valid driver's license.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GIS Specialist (Pass/Fail): Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Geographical Information Systems (GIS), geography, computer science, information technology, or related field of study (all degrees must include course work in GIS) AND two (2) years full-time paid verifiable direct GIS experience. Possession of a valid driver's license. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GIS Principal (Pass/Fail): Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Geographical Information Systems (GIS), geography, computer science, information technology, or a closely related field (all degrees must include course work in GIS) AND four (4) years full-time paid verifiable direct GIS experience.

Possession of a valid driver's license. Note: At the discretion of the hiring authority, the successful candidate may be considered for appointment at the GIS Technician, 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.

RATING SYSTEM: Supplemental Questions will be 100% of the scoring process: Points will be awarded based on the applicants answers to supplemental questions 11-16. Experience beyond ten years may be included on the application for purposes of meeting minimum qualifications or informing the hiring authority of your complete employment history. Please Note: When answering the supplemental questions on the website, the webpage may time out after 30 minutes.

It's recommended you draft your answers in a separate document and copy/paste the answers into the application when you're finished writing. Failure to answer and save all of the questions on the "Supplemental Questions" page within 30 minutes may result in the deletion of your answers by the application system. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT & SCREENING PROCESS SCHEDULE: July 29, 2026 - Applicant screening will begin Week of August 10, 2026 - Supplemental question scoring to be completed Week of August 24, 2026 - Interviews to be conducted ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The essential functions for this position are listed under the "ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK" on the specification, available in the Human Resources Department or online at www.stlouiscountymn.gov/jobdescriptions

VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of document(s) listed for the option that applies to you: Veteran: DD214 noting character of service Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months. Spouse of Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months & marriage certificate. (Eligible only if Veteran is unable to qualify because of the disability.) Spouse of Deceased Veteran: DD214, Marriage Certificate and Death Certificate

Please refer to Minnesota Statute 197.455 for additional requirements. Click Here. PHYSICAL-MEDICAL STANDARDS: Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation

Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position. DRUG TESTING: Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test. BACKGROUND CHECK: Applicants selected for appointment to a position with St.

Louis County are subject to a background investigation. EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION: All new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Appointees to the position must successfully complete at least a six-month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.

NON-DISCRIMINATION: St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer.