Geographic Information Systems Coordinator

Geographic Information Systems Coordinator

Office of Broadband Development

Department of Economic Development

Jefferson City, MO

SALARY: $54,000 - $60,000 (based upon credentials)

There has never been a more exciting time to become a State of Missouri team member! Through the American Rescue Plan Act, the State of Missouri will be investing nearly $1 billion to strengthen our communities and help drive business. At the Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED), we like to call that Helping Missourians Prosper!

DED is building a team to promote funding opportunities and assist in deploying a number of grants, with positions being housed in Jefferson City and possibly also in additional locations across the state. Join us and make an impact as we enhance Missouri’s broadband infrastructure, cultivate economic and community development, and support workforce development and education.

#TeamDED is an energetic environment that encourages economic growth by supporting Missouri’s businesses and diverse industries, strengthening our communities, developing a talented and skilled workforce, and maintaining a high quality of life. Together, #WeServeMO.

Why DED? Why Missouri? https://ded.mo.gov/business-services

What You’ll Do:

This position will lead the Office of Broadband Development’s (OBD) GIS efforts. The GIS Coordinator will serve as liaison between Missouri's Office of Administration’s Office of Geospatial Information (OGI) and the OBD, enabling conversations and strategic thinking regarding GIS data collection and mapping. They will also lead the planning and execution of the OBD’s statewide address level mapping of broadband availability. They will be asked to communicate the vision of the use of geospatial technology and assist with strategic projects to further broadband priorities with the effective use of GIS.

Specific duties will include:

• Lead the effort to map broadband availability across Missouri.
• Consult and closely work with the OBD, the OGI, and other team members to evaluate and plan the organizations’ GIS needs.
• Serve as a liaison between Office of Broadband staff and GIS developers and users and other stakeholders.
• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate specific GIS projects and activities to further broadband development, planning, and management.
• Monitor the OBD’s mapping efforts and ensure that they are current and include all relevant information.
• Provide spatial technology expertise to OBD and their stakeholders
• Provide guidance and perform GIS data acquisition, create and maintain geodatabase, implementation, and management with consultation with OGI.
• Participates in other GIS related activities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to convey technical information and concepts to non-technical staff and stakeholders.
• Ability to define a problem, analyze relevant information, and develop solutions and plans to solve the problem.
• Ability to develop and sustain cooperative working relationships.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices, terminology, and trends in GIS.
• Working knowledge of geodatabases, cartography, and ArcGIS Server.
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience with ESRI ArcGIS Desktop Products (ArcMap, ArcCatalog, ArcPro).
• Experiences in ESRI cloud based technology that are utilized by ArcGIS Online.
• Knowledge in Python or scripting language helpful.
• Good customer service.
• Ability to be self-motivated, exercise independent judgment and take action on it.
• Ability to effectively plan, prioritize and execute tasks while under pressure.
• Ability to learn and adapt to changing GIS technologies and capabilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in GIS, Geography, Computer Science or a closely related field

AND

Three or more years of experience in GIS or a related field.

Professional experience in these areas may substitute for education on a year for year basis.

This is a temporary, full-time, benefit-eligible position based upon federal ARPA funding. Position funding will end no later than December 31, 2026.

More reasons to love this position:

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

If you have questions about this position please contact DED Human Resources at HRHelpdesk@ded.mo.gov.

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.