What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS Specialist position at City of Springfield MO?
Salary : $43,035.20 - $65,332.80 Annually
Location : Springfield, MO
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : 022825
Department : Information Systems
Opening Date : 02 / 28 / 2025
Closing Date : 3 / 12 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central
Description
The City of Springfield is committed to innovation, sustainability, and improving the quality of life for our residents. Currently, we are seeking two skilled and motivated GIS Specialists to join our team. This role will play a key part in supporting our municipal planning and decision-making processes through geographic information systems (GIS) technology.
Job Summary :
As a GIS Specialist, you will be responsible for managing and analyzing geospatial data to support various municipal departments. You will work closely with planning, public works, environmental, and emergency services teams to develop, maintain, and analyze GIS databases, maps, and applications that support the municipality's goals.
We are looking to hire across two teams - and
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Qualifications and Requirements
Experience, Education, and Training
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Geospatial Science, Planning, Geography, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field;
- Associate's Degree with significant course work in the above fields plus two years of responsible experience utilizing GIS software.
- Proficiency with ESRI Software Suite specifically ArcMap / ArcGIS Pro.
Licensing / Certification
Functions
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Other Requirements
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability and Vet
Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment. Proof of United States Citizenship / Authorization to Work in The United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. Pre-employment drug testing is required.
All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.
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The following questions are specific to the position you are applying for, and must be completed accurately. The information you provide below must be reflected in the experience, education, or volunteer work provided in your application above. A response of 'see resume' will not be accepted.
What best describes your level of education in Geospatial Science, Planning, Geography, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field?
Please state the name of your college / university and your specific area of study.
How many years of responsible experience utilizing GIS Software do you have?
Please describe your experience utilizing GIS Software.
Do you have proficiency with ESRI Software Suite specifically ArcMap / ArcGIS Pro?
Were you referred by a current City employee to apply for this position?
If yes, please state the full name of the City employee who referred you to this position.
Required Question
Salary : $43,035 - $65,333
