Water Quality Specialist/GIS Technician - Austin

Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services, Inc.; Austin (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Austin is seeking a Water Quality Specialist/GIS Technician to manage GIS mapping for city infrastructure, including stormwater, sanitary sewer, streetlights, streets and trails. The role supports stormwater planning and MS4 permit compliance, and conducts inspections, reviews and enforcement of water quality standards.

The position requires an Associate’s degree in GIS or a related field plus two years of relevant experience, a valid driver’s license, and certifications for Construction

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in GIS, environmental studies, resource management, stormwater management or related field plus two years of relevant experience.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Design of Construction Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans and Construction Site Management certifications must be obtained within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Manage GIS mapping for city infrastructure including stormwater, sanitary sewer, streetlights, streets and trails.
• Support stormwater planning and MS4 permit compliance.
• Conduct inspections, reviews and enforcement of water quality standards.

Skills

GIS mapping

Stormwater planning

Environmental compliance

Education

Associate’s degree in GIS or related field

Job description

Job Posting

City of Austin - Water Quality Specialist/GIS Technician

$36.57–$48.76/hour, depending on qualifications. Full-time, non-exempt.

Manage GIS mapping for City infrastructure, including stormwater, sanitary sewer, streetlights, streets and trails. Support stormwater planning and MS4 permit compliance, and conduct inspections, reviews and enforcement of water quality standards.

Qualifications

Associate’s degree in GIS, environmental studies, resource management, stormwater management or a related field, plus two years of relevant experience; equivalent education, training and experience considered.

A valid driver’s license is required. Design of Construction Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans and Construction Site Management certifications must be obtained within one year of hire.

Application deadline: Monday, November 16, 2026.

Benefits information is not available for this position. Please contact the city directly for this information.