GIS Specialist
Salary
$43,950.40 - $68,390.40 Annually
Location
Springfield, MO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
052226
Department
Information Systems
Opening Date
05/22/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
Description
This position is open until filled with applications received by 6/12/26 guaranteed consideration.
The City of Springfield is committed to innovation, sustainability, and improving the quality of life for our residents. As a result, our GIS team is growing! Currently, we are seeking a skilled and motivated GIS Specialist to join our team. This role will play a key part in supporting our municipal planning and decision-making processes through geographic information systems (GIS) technology.
Job Summary:
As a GIS Specialist, you will be responsible for managing and analyzing geospatial data to support various municipal departments. You will work closely with planning, public works, environmental, and emergency services teams to develop, maintain, and analyze GIS databases, maps, and applications that support the municipalitys goals.
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Qualifications and Requirements
Experience, Education, and Training
OR
AND
Licensing/Certification
Functions
For more information about essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description.
Other Requirements
The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.
Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.
All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.
Find out more about City of Springfield employee benefits through the following link: https://www.springfieldmo.gov/Benefits
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The following questions are specific to the position you are applying for, and must be completed accurately. The information you provide below must be reflected in the experience, education, or volunteer work provided in your application above. A response of see resume will not be accepted.
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What best describes your level of education in Geospatial Science, Planning, Geography, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field?
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Please state the name of your college / university and your specific area of study.
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How many years of responsible experience utilizing GIS Software do you have?
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Please describe your experience utilizing GIS Software.
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Do you have proficiency with ESRI Software Suite specifically ArcMap/ArcGIS Pro?
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Were you referred by a current City employee to apply for this position?
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If yes, please state the full name of the City employee who referred you to this position.
Required Question
Employer City of Springfield (MO)
Address 840 N Boonville
Springfield, Missouri, 65802
Phone 417-864-1607