GIS Analyst I, II

Montana-Dakota Utilities

United States, Idaho, Boise

Jan 08, 2025

Description

Responsible for placing safety as #1 priority in day-to-day work routine for self and others. Serve as a technical resource and provides support and guidance to GIS technicians and users of the Geographic Information System (GIS). Responsible for system development, analysis, reporting and maintenance to achieve efficient use and output of the GIS system.

This position can be located anywhere within the MDU service territory.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

GIS Analyst I - ($62,130 - $77,660 annual)

A working knowledge of GIS, geographic analyses, industry mapping and design principles and practices normally acquired through a four-year degree in GIS, Information Systems, Computer Science, Geography, Planning or equivalent experience; and
Three years of GIS experience.

GIS Analyst II - ($71,460 - $89,330 annual)

A working knowledge of GIS, geographic analyses, industry mapping and design principles and practices normally acquired through a four-year degree in GIS, Information Systems, Computer Science, Geography, Planning or equivalent experience; and
Three years of GIS experience; and
Two years as a GIS Analyst I.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Must take all measures necessary to protect networks, devices, programs, and data from cyber-attack, damage, or unauthorized access.
Position may require travel: Minimal (up to 10%).
May be required to maintain a valid driver's license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

GIS Analyst I

GIS and/or CAD experience in relevant industry-based GIS mapping systems or Civil Engineering design and drafting (piping, drainage - plan and profile) or relevant industry related projects.
An understanding and the ability to read Landbase legal descriptions as well as knowledge or experience in surveying methods for gas pipeline, or electric line experience.
Experience with cartography, engineering drawings and graphic design principles.
Project leadership experience.
Prior natural gas and/or electric utility GIS experience.

GIS Analyst II

GIS and/or CAD experience in relevant industry-based GIS mapping systems or Civil Engineering design and drafting (piping, drainage - plan and profile) or relevant industry related projects.
An understanding and the ability to read Landbase legal descriptions as well as knowledge or experience in surveying methods for gas pipeline, or electric line experience.
Experience with cartography, engineering drawings and graphic design principles.
Project leadership experience.
Prior natural gas and/or electric utility GIS experience.

JOB RESPONSIBILTIES

Creates, designs, documents, implements, and analyzes spatial\non-spatial datasets using ESRI GIS application software to meet the objectives of the organization for immediate and long-term business needs.
Consults with users, management, vendors and other GIS staff to determine business needs and system requirements.
Performs project management or project coordination duties for various GIS projects.
Participates in the installation and testing of applications, programs, auto-updaters and documents GIS operating procedures.
Performs other tasks and special projects as assigned.

Application Deadline: January 19, 2025

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)