GENERAL PROFESSIONAL IV (GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM) - DOWNTOWN, OAHU

State of Hawai'i; Hawaii; On-site; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Business and Economic Development & Tourism (DBEDT) in Hawaii invites applications for a GIS Technical Analyst with the Land Use Commission. This permanent full-time role supports statewide land use planning and regulatory functions through advanced GIS analyses, mapping, and geodatabases management.

The successful candidate will publish data and maps, coordinate with state and county partners, provide training, and advise staff on GIS software and methods to ensure data

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
• One year of professional work experience requiring analytical skills.
• Demonstrated GIS experience and ability to perform advanced analyses.
• Knowledge of GIS data processing, databases and standards.
• Ability to read, interpret, query and maintain GIS data structures.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage complex GIS datasets and geodatabases.
• Produce map layers and analytical graphics for decision-making.
• Provide GIS support to commissioners, agencies, consultants and the public.
• Publish and maintain the Commission's GIS data and map products.
• Offer training and guidance on GIS software and methods to staff.

Skills

GIS analysis

Data interpretation

Analytical thinking

Oral & written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Geodatabases

Job description

Recruitment Number 26-0402

The current vacancy position is a permanent, full-time position with the Department of Business and Economic Development & Tourism.

This job posting will remain open until 11:59PM, Saturday, 10/31/2026.

Salary: $5,527 to $6,728 per month (SR-22, Step D to I).

Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors. The General Professional IV independently performs complex professional work which involves considerable research and analysis of a variety of issues, identification of various options and recommendation of the most viable solution.

This position is located in the Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism (DBEDT), Office of Planning and Sustainable Development, Land Use Commission (LUC). The position serves as the agency’s primary Geographic Information System (GIS) Technical Analyst, responsible for performing advanced GIS analyses, mapping and spatial data management functions to support the Commission’s statewide land use planning and regulatory functions. Responsibilities of the position include developing and managing complex GIS datasets, spatial data and geodatabases; producing map layers and analytical graphics for Commission decision-making; providing GIS and mapping support to LUC commissioners, state and county agencies, consultants, and the general public; coordinating with DBEDT’s GIS Program and other partners to ensure data consistency and alignment with statewide GIS standards; publishing and maintaining the LUC’s official GIS data and map products on internal and public platforms; and offering technical advice and training to staff on GIS software and analytical methods.

Legal Authorization to Work

The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.

Basic Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university.

General Experience

One (1) year of responsible professional work experience which required a high degree of analytical skill. Such experience must have involved gathering, evaluating and analyzing facts and other pertinent information required to resolve problems and/or to determine and recommend appropriate courses of action; demonstrated the ability to elicit information orally and in writing; reading, comprehending, interpreting and evaluating technical subjects, analysis or proposals; and applying problem solving methods and techniques, such as defining and analyzing problems, identifying alternative courses of action, using judgment in determining appropriate alternatives; and preparing clear and concise written reports and recommendations for action. The experience must have been comparable to the General Professional III in the State service and must have provided the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position to be filled.

The General Professional III independently performs moderately complex professional work which involves performing research and analysis in order to identify problems and recommend appropriate solutions in accordance with established policies, procedures, standards, guidelines, techniques and methods.

Selective Certification Requirement (Geographic Information System Experience)

To effectively perform these duties and responsibilities, applicants must possess demonstrated knowledge of the purposes and principles of planning and its relationship to geography and GIS; the concepts and principles of GIS and geospatial analysis; GIS data processing, databases, and standards; trends in GIS; and common GIS hardware and software platforms. In addition, applicants must possess the ability to read, interpret, query and maintain GIS data structures and databases using GIS software and related applications; analyze and visualize spatial data to produce accurate maps and support technical decision-making; research, analyze and interpret various property maps in reference to statutes, administrative rules and related records to resolve complex boundary issues; organize and manage technical data and information and assignments; elicit information to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; interact professionally and establish productive working relationships with government agencies and the public. Therefore, certification of eligibles for this position shall be restricted to those applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements for the class General Professional IV. In addition, at least one (1) year of General Experience required for the class MUST demonstrate the knowledge and skills described above.

Geographic Information System Experience may have been gained concurrently with, or in a separate capacity from the aforementioned General Experience.

Supervisory Aptitude

Supervisory aptitude rather than actual supervisory experience may be accepted. This requirement will be considered to have been met when there is strong affirmative evidence of the necessary supervisory abilities and/or potential.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM

The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please check https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation.

ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS

The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs. Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.

TESTING INFORMATION

The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held. In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application.

Reasonable Accommodation (Disability)

The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-1111 for assistance.