GIS Specialist
Overview
Primary Objective of Position
Nature of Work :
This position is responsible for maintaining technical and engineering work related to operation of geographic information system (GIS) Asset management, Pavement Management and Right of way (ROW) management and applications. Perform field inspections, pavement ratings, and other technical fieldwork.
Communicates with:
Internally – All City staff
Externally – Vendors and general public
Supervision:
None.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Work Functions (Illustrative Only):
•Coordinates the conversion of paper maps and tabular information into computer drawings and databases. Manages both the computer records and the original hard copy information so that it is accessible to all staff.
•Develops the City's geographic information system through data entry, coordination with other departments, and overseeing consultants hired for this purpose.
•Provides reporting on work history, asset history, and state mandated requirements.
•Provides assistance to other departments by preparing maps and presentation materials, collecting data and developing data base systems.
•Maintains the City's Asset Management data base.
•Provide Drone aerial mapping and inspections if/when certified as FM Part 107 Remote Pilot.
•Participates in obtaining field information necessary for the City to manage its infrastructure, including collecting traffic counts, and other field data. Maintains and updates as-built drawings of water, sewer, storm sewer and other systems.
•Assists with inspection of public works projects by measuring work completed, documenting conditions and procedures of work, and insuring compliance with plans and specifications.
•Maintains records and enters data necessary for the pavement management system, and for obtaining MSA funding for road improvements.
•Coordinate activities and attend meetings related to capital improvements and infrastructure projects of other government agencies that affect City infrastructure, operations, and other interests.
•Provides information to the public on a variety of topics including wetland maps, map resources in general, City infrastructure, grading and drainage issues, and public works projects and development projects.
Other Work Functions (Illustrative Only)
- Performs related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications / Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience:
- Two (2) year associates degree from an accredited community college or technical school in Geography and GIS with a GIS Professional Certificate or equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field.
- Minimum two (2) years of experience using AutoCAD, ArcMap and ArcGIS Pro, or equivalent, drafting, map reading, computer entry, construction inspection, surveying, plan and permit review.
- Valid MN Driver’s license
- Practical knowledge of GIS hardware, software, server-based applications, and web based applications and how geographic information systems are designed, developed and maintained.
- Ability to track and report on the condition of the City's infrastructure by collecting and analyzing data, and by preparing maps and as-built drawings. Ability to use computers to create databases and prepare reports.
- Ability to create drawings and maps, either through hand??drafting or computerized techniques; ability to solve basic design problems.
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications, grading and drainage plans, wetland maps and to inspect field work for compliance for approved plans and specifications.
- Ability to assist with utility locates, traffic counts, and other types of field work.
- Ability to research and prepare equipment specifications.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and manage well-organized filing systems.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to establish effective working relationships.
- Demonstrate initiative and excellent problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrate an ability to effectively handle a wide variety of projects and problems in an effective and professional manner.
- Skill in the operation of office tools and equipment.
- Ability to handle stressful situations and effectively deal with difficult or angry people.
Supplemental Information
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the Physical and Environmental Demands:
Function:24% or Less25% - 49%50%-74%75% or more Office environment
X
Sitting, standing
X
Walking, reaching, pulling
X
Typing/data entry
X
Talking, hearing
X
Close and distance vision
X
Color vision, depth perception, accommodation, field of vision X
Hazardous physical conditions X
Atmospheric Conditions
X
Hazardous materials X
Travel
X
Intense noise
X
Inadequate lighting
X
Environmental
X
Medium Work (in excess of 50 pounds of force)
X
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. The City Council, City Administrator or appropriate Elected Official retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this position at any time.
Mounds View is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
2026 Full Time Benefits
Full time new hires receive the following benefits (pro-rated based on hire date):
- 15 days of paid vacation
- 12 days of sick leave
- 14 paid holidays on even years (Includes General Election Day)
- 13 paid holidays on odd years
- $1,305/month City contribution towards the cost: health, dental, basic life of $20,000, employee voluntary life insurance (up to $300,000), and $200/month towards Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) for single health coverage
- $250/month additional towards Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) for employees carrying family health coverage
- Minnesota Paid Leave (MNPL)
- $326/month contribution
- May use portion of $1,305/month contribution towards the cost of dental, basic life, and employee voluntary life insurance - the remainder of $1,305 waived
- HSA Max contribution single $4,400
- HSA Max contribution family $8,750
- HSA Catchup age 55 and older of $1,000
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Medical/Dental and Daycare Expenses
- Dependent Life
- Spouse Voluntary Life
- Child Voluntary Life
- PERA Life (If eligible for PERA) through NCPERS
- Long Term Disability
- Vision
- Deferred Comp
- MissionSquare
- Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS)
- Ability to participate in Annual Wellness Program
- participants eligible to earn $50 - $250 towards RHS by completing healthy activities through City’s wellness portal if enrolled in the City's health insurance
- Employee Assistance Program available to all employees
- Lincoln Financial Group (all employees)
- HealthPartners (plan participants)
- Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)
- Retirement Health Savings (RHS)**
- Onsite Workout Facility
- Free parking
*PERA
- PERA Coordinated employees contribute 6.5% of their pre-tax wage
- The City contributes a matching contribution of 7.5%
- Vested after 3 years of employment
**RHS
- RHS participation is mandatory
- Deductions based on labor contracts and personnel manual
GIS Specialist
Job Details
GIS SpecialistThis listing closes on 10/14/2026 at 11:59 AM Central Time (US & Canada).
EmployerCity of Mounds View
Salary$34.21 - $44.93 Hourly
LocationMounds View
Job TypeFull-Time
Job Number202600020
DepartmentPublic Works/Parks and Recreation
DivisionPW Admin
Opening Date09/29/2026
Closing Date10/14/2026 at 11:59 AM Central Time (US & Canada)
Primary Objective of Position
Nature of Work :
This position is responsible for maintaining technical and engineering work related to operation of geographic information system (GIS) Asset management, Pavement Management and Right of way (ROW) management and applications. Perform field inspections, pavement ratings, and other technical fieldwork.
Communicates with:
Internally – All City staff
Externally – Vendors and general public
Supervision:
None.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Work Functions (Illustrative Only):
•Coordinates the conversion of paper maps and tabular information into computer drawings and databases. Manages both the computer records and the original hard copy information so that it is accessible to all staff.
•Develops the City's geographic information system through data entry, coordination with other departments, and overseeing consultants hired for this purpose.
•Provides reporting on work history, asset history, and state mandated requirements.
•Provides assistance to other departments by preparing maps and presentation materials, collecting data and developing data base systems.
•Maintains the City's Asset Management data base.
•Provide Drone aerial mapping and inspections if/when certified as FM Part 107 Remote Pilot.
•Participates in obtaining field information necessary for the City to manage its infrastructure, including collecting traffic counts, and other field data. Maintains and updates as-built drawings of water, sewer, storm sewer and other systems.
•Assists with inspection of public works projects by measuring work completed, documenting conditions and procedures of work, and insuring compliance with plans and specifications.
•Maintains records and enters data necessary for the pavement management system, and for obtaining MSA funding for road improvements.
•Coordinate activities and attend meetings related to capital improvements and infrastructure projects of other government agencies that affect City infrastructure, operations, and other interests.
•Provides information to the public on a variety of topics including wetland maps, map resources in general, City infrastructure, grading and drainage issues, and public works projects and development projects.
Other Work Functions (Illustrative Only)
- Performs related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications / Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience:
- Two (2) year associates degree from an accredited community college or technical school in Geography and GIS with a GIS Professional Certificate or equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field.
- Minimum two (2) years of experience using AutoCAD, ArcMap and ArcGIS Pro, or equivalent, drafting, map reading, computer entry, construction inspection, surveying, plan and permit review.
- Valid MN Driver’s license
- Practical knowledge of GIS hardware, software, server-based applications, and web based applications and how geographic information systems are designed, developed and maintained.
- Ability to track and report on the condition of the City's infrastructure by collecting and analyzing data, and by preparing maps and as-built drawings. Ability to use computers to create databases and prepare reports.
- Ability to create drawings and maps, either through hand??drafting or computerized techniques; ability to solve basic design problems.
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications, grading and drainage plans, wetland maps and to inspect field work for compliance for approved plans and specifications.
- Ability to assist with utility locates, traffic counts, and other types of field work.
- Ability to research and prepare equipment specifications.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and manage well-organized filing systems.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to establish effective working relationships.
- Demonstrate initiative and excellent problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrate an ability to effectively handle a wide variety of projects and problems in an effective and professional manner.
- Skill in the operation of office tools and equipment.
- Ability to handle stressful situations and effectively deal with difficult or angry people.
Supplemental Information
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the Physical and Environmental Demands:
Function:24% or Less25% - 49%50%-74%75% or more Office environment
X
Sitting, standing
X
Walking, reaching, pulling
X
Typing/data entry
X
Talking, hearing
X
Close and distance vision
X
Color vision, depth perception, accommodation, field of vision X
Hazardous physical conditions X
Atmospheric Conditions
X
Hazardous materials X
Travel
X
Intense noise
X
Inadequate lighting
X
Environmental
X
Medium Work (in excess of 50 pounds of force)
X
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. The City Council, City Administrator or appropriate Elected Official retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this position at any time.
Mounds View is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
2026 Full Time Benefits
Full time new hires receive the following benefits (pro-rated based on hire date):
- 15 days of paid vacation
- 12 days of sick leave
- 14 paid holidays on even years (Includes General Election Day)
- 13 paid holidays on odd years
- $1,305/month City contribution towards the cost: health, dental, basic life of $20,000, employee voluntary life insurance (up to $300,000), and $200/month towards Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) for single health coverage
- $250/month additional towards Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) for employees carrying family health coverage
- Minnesota Paid Leave (MNPL)
- $326/month contribution
- May use portion of $1,305/month contribution towards the cost of dental, basic life, and employee voluntary life insurance - the remainder of $1,305 waived
- HSA Max contribution single $4,400
- HSA Max contribution family $8,750
- HSA Catchup age 55 and older of $1,000
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Medical/Dental and Daycare Expenses
- Dependent Life
- Spouse Voluntary Life
- Child Voluntary Life
- PERA Life (If eligible for PERA) through NCPERS
- Long Term Disability
- Vision
- Deferred Comp
- MissionSquare
- Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS)
- Ability to participate in Annual Wellness Program
- participants eligible to earn $50 - $250 towards RHS by completing healthy activities through City’s wellness portal if enrolled in the City's health insurance
- Employee Assistance Program available to all employees
- Lincoln Financial Group (all employees)
- HealthPartners (plan participants)
- Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)
- Retirement Health Savings (RHS)**
- Onsite Workout Facility
- Free parking
*PERA
- PERA Coordinated employees contribute 6.5% of their pre-tax wage
- The City contributes a matching contribution of 7.5%
- Vested after 3 years of employment
**RHS
- RHS participation is mandatory
- Deductions based on labor contracts and personnel manual
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- 0 - 1 Years
- 1 - 2 Years
- 2 - 3 Years
- 3 + Years
- Yes, I have my FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
- Yes, I am willing to Obtain this certificate if I am selected for the GIS Specialist position
- No, I am not willing to Obtain this certificate if I am selected for the GIS Specialist position
* Required Question
Employer City of Mounds View Address 2401 Mounds View BoulevardMounds View, Minnesota, 55112 Phone 7637174016
Website http://www.moundsviewmn.org
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