Geographic Information Systems (GIS) - Research Analysis Specialist_

Working Title : Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Job Class : Research Analysis Specialist Agency : Revenue Department + Job ID : 77687+ Location : St.

Paul+ Telework Eligible : Yes+ Full / Part Time : Full-Time+ Regular / Temporary : Unlimited+ Who May Apply : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously.

Bidders will be considered through 06 / 27 / 2024.+ Date Posted : 06 / 21 / 2024+ Closing Date : 07 / 11 / 2024+ Hiring Agency / Seniority Unit : Revenue Dept / Revenue (inc Assessors)-MAPE+ Division / Unit : Tax Research / Tax Research-Data Prod & Supp+ Work Shift / Work Hours : Day Shift+ Days of Work : Monday - Friday+ Travel Required : No+ Salary Range : $26.

64 - $39.06 / hourly; $55,624 - $81,557 / annually+ Job Class Option : Geographic Info Systems+ Classified Status : Classified+ Bargaining Unit / Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl / MAPE+ FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (ov / mmb / careers / diverse-workforce / people-with-disabilities / connect700 / ) : Yes The work you'll 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.

This position may experience a wage cost of living increase in July 2024. Join our team of curious researchers solving problems related to tax policy, legislation and Revenue operations.

This Geographical Information Systems (GIS) position uses geographic analysis and interactive map production to support the Department of Revenue.

Tasks include creating and maintaining spatial datasets, geocoding large datasets and conducting spatial analyses on state and local tax issues.

Minimum Qualifications 18 months of full-time equivalent experience working with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or similar mapping software including ArcGIS, QGIS.

Associate's degree may substitute for six (6) months of experience; Bachelor's degree may substitute for one (1) year of experience;

Master’s degree may substitute for 18 months of experience; Doctorate degree may substitute for two (2) years of experience.

To qualify, degrees must be earned in Geographic Information Systems / Science (GIS), Geography, or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications + Experience using desktop GIS programs including ArcGIS, MapInfo Professional, or other comparable software.

• Technical skills and attention to detail to understand, manage and update large datasets.+ Experience using Web GIS / ArcGIS Online including creation, configuration, hosting and administration.
• Experience writing and editing code in at least one language (e.g. Python, VBA, MapBasic, etc.).+ Experience geocoding, within a desktop GIS program like ArcGIS, or in a standalone geocoding utility such as MapMarker.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with others and as part of a team. Physical Requirements Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer.

Additional Requirements Prior to an offer of employment, a background check will be conducted. This will include, but is not limited to checking degrees and licensures, criminal history, and tax filing and payment history.

All individual income tax filing and payment obligations must be current prior to interviewing for this position.Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.

g., H1B status).AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer / educator committed to the principles of diversity.

We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law.

As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.

mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.