| Location | St. Paul, MN |
| Salary | $37.72–$62.21 Per Hour |
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Working Title: Senior GIS Developer
Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 4
Agency: Minnesota IT Services
The work youll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Join the 2,800+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives. This position serves our partners at the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). The MNIT MDH team provides services for over 250+ applications and delivers the information technology to drive one of the leading public health systems in the nation. You will support an agency that works to protect, maintain, and improve the health of all Minnesotans.
Job Summary
The MNIT MDH GIS Team supports the program needs and goals of the Minnesota Department of Health's agency and divisions including Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention & Control, Environmental Health, Health Policy, and Health Regulation divisions. The team focuses on modernizing GIS infrastructure and applications, improving processes, and expanding business partners' GIS knowledge and capabilities through training, consultations, and knowledge sharing. Key projects include the PFAS Testing of Minnesota Community Water Systems Dashboard, maintaining accurate drinking water well locations, and supporting geocoding efforts for COVID-19 cases and clinic locations.
The Senior GIS Developer leads the design, development, administration, and modernization of enterprise GIS databases, applications, and web services. Working with business partners and IT professionals, this position leads the development and implementation of the GIS Roadmap and Modernization Plan, addresses technical debt, leads Agile processes, and ensures reliable, secure, and maintainable GIS solutions. The role also provides technical leadership, mentors junior staff, develops documentation and standards, supports division-specific GIS and geocoding needs, and promotes collaboration and knowledge sharing across MDH's GIS Community of Practice and state agency partners.
This position requires an employee to work onsite at 625 Robert St. N, St. Paul, Minnesota at least 50% of the time, with limited telework available. Telework eligibility depends on residence:
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
To qualify, candidates must clearly show all of the following qualifications in their resume. Resume tips available here:
Position requires a minimum of four (4) years of IT related experience in enterprise GIS development and administration, including GIS applications, spatial databases, web services, and GIS systems infrastructure.
Experience must include:
Knowledge of and experience with Esri product suite, including ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Enterprise, and their associated APIs or interfaces (e.g. Portal, Experience Builder, Street Map Premium)
Strong working knowledge and experience with geocoding and spatial analysis
Strong knowledge and experience developing GIS applications and web services
Experience coding in JavaScript, Python, C#, .NET and/or SQL
Experience leading teams and GIS projects to develop and implement small to medium sized GIS applications and systems
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a manner that facilitates mutual understanding.
Customer-focused approach grounded in active listening, empathy, and solution-oriented problem-solving to deliver positive user experiences.
Education in Information Technology (IT) or an IT related field may substitute for experience as follows: a master's degree for eighteen (18) months of experience; a bachelor's degree for one (1) year; and an associate's degree for six (6) months.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong technical problem-solving, requirements analysis, documentation, mentoring, and stakeholder communication.
Experience with source control and DevOps tools, such as Git/GitLab and automated deployment processes.
Ability to research, design, analyze, and develop custom geospatial applications, leveraging both Esri tools and opensource technologies.
Experience administering GIS infrastructure, including servers, networking, security, upgrades, and high-availability environments.
Advanced knowledge of cartographic principles and geographic concepts, including coordinating systems, projections, map-based analysis, and overall cartography.
Experience developing in Amazon Web Services (AWS) (e.g. Lambdas)
Experience working on agile projects and leading agile scrum ceremonies
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:
Minnesota IT Services does not participate in the federal E-Verify program. Minnesota IT Services is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions, and cannot complete Form I-9 or any other documentation requiring employer participation in E-Verify. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.
Application Details
How to Apply
Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
Contact
If you have questions about this position, contact Human Resources at workwithmnit@state.mn.us.
Connect 700 Program
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Human Resources at workwithmnit@state.mn.us.
Veterans
To be considered for any Veterans Status, you MUST indicate this on your application.
RECENTLY SEPARATED VETERANS (RSV): Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five RSV applicants who apply and meet the qualifications for a vacancy shall be granted an interview. You must:
CERTAIN DISABLED VETERANS: Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a noncompetitive basis if you:
Current State Employees
About Minnesota IT Services
Minnesota IT Services is the information technology agency for the State of Minnesota. MNIT partners with agencies, boards, councils, and commissions to deliver secure, reliable technology solutions as we set IT strategy, direction, policies, and standards statewide. Work for MNIT and be part of a nation-leading IT organization that helps to create an innovative government that works for everyone. Our culture promotes collaboration, demands agility, and encourages us to embrace change. Be a part of something bigger than yourself, something to be inspired by; come to work for MNIT.
Benefits
As an employee, youll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Your benefits may include:
Paid vacation and sick leave
12 paid holidays each year
Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
Fertility care, including IVF
Diabetes care
Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Support to help you reach your career goals:
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES
Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.