Geographic Information Systems Developer

State of Missouri; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

13 paid holidays

Accrued vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Missouri Army National Guard (MOARNG) is seeking a GIS Developer to serve as the GIS SME and data manager for CFMO, supporting installations statewide. The role involves creating maps, dashboards, and web GIS solutions, with collaboration across MOARNG IT and environmental units.

The position offers full-time benefits and a state government career path. The job location is Ike Skelton Training Site, Jefferson City, MO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in GIS/Geography or related field required.
• Experience with GIS workflows for utility tracking, asset management, and facilities.
• Knowledge of GIS data standards and DoD/Army NGA guidelines helpful.

Responsibilities

• Produce maps and reports for decision making and facility analysis.
• Design, implement, and maintain web maps, apps, and dashboards using ArcGIS Online/Portal.
• Collect, process, query, and analyze GIS data statewide and store in CIP geodatabase.
• Operate GIS/CAD software and GPS survey equipment.
• Monitor data quality to ensure compliance with spatial data standards.

Skills

GIS

ArcGIS

Python

SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in GIS/Geography

Tools

ArcGIS Online

GPS Survey Software

Job description

• This position is not hybrid or remote**

Are you an experienced Geographic Information Systems (GIS) professional looking for a new challenge? Interested in joining a small but dynamic team of GIS professionals in meeting the geospatial needs of 12,000 Soldiers, Airmen, and civilian workforce? Are you motivated by working for an organization that makes an impact for Missourians in times of need?

Consider joining the Missouri Army National Guard (MOARNG) GIS team! As a GIS Developer, this challenging position serves as the GIS subject matter expert and data manager for the MOARNG’s Construction and Facility Management Office (CFMO) providing GIS support for MOARNG installations statewide. This permanent salaried position includes full time benefits such as Medical and Dental Insurance, 13 paid Holidays, and accruable vacation and sick leave.

As the GIS Developer within the MOARNG CFMO, this position will work closely with other GIS counterparts who make up the remainder of agency’s GIS team. Expect joint work assignments and cross training with GIS staff from the MOARNG Environmental Management Office as well as the Integrated Training Area Management (ITAM) program which is responsible for GIS requirements supporting training lands and military ranges. These three areas of responsibility combined make up the total MOARNG GIS Program.

Preferred candidates will have the ability to work and learn in a fast-paced collaborative team environment. Prior experience applying GIS principles and workflows to utility tracking, real property, asset collection and management, facility construction and maintenance, and infrastructure is valuable in this position. Military experience is desired but not required.

Job Location:

This position will be located at Ike Skelton Training Site, Jefferson City, MO.

Produce maps and reports in support of the Construction and Facilities Maintenance Officer for decision making, facility analysis, location suitability, and other criteria as needed. Design, Implement, and maintain web maps, applications, and dashboards using ArcGIS Online/ArcGIS Portal in support of the CFMO and MOARNG. Collect, process, query, and analyze Global Navigation Satellite System/Global Positioning System and Geographic Information Systems data on all MOARNG installations state-wide and store it in the agency’s Common Installation Picture (CIP) geodatabase of record. Operate numerous types of equipment including UAS GPS survey equipment, data processing software, utility tracing and locating equipment, and GIS/CAD software packages. Monitors GIS data quality and integrity to ensure database complies with Spatial Data Standards for Facilities Infrastructure and Environment standards set by Department of Defense, Department of the Army, and the Army National Guard.

We are looking for a self-motivated person with practical experience in the GIS field.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 4 + years’ experience in GIS Field or equivalent/applicable experience.
• Valid State Driver’s License
• Be able to pass a background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geography or Computer Science with emphasis in GIS
• Knowledge of Python, Arcade, and/or various other applicable programming languages.
• Familiarity with SDSFIE standards

Lack of post‑secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

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.

Mo National Guard, Human Resources, [phone] or [e-mail].