Working Title: GIS Hosting Architect

Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 5

Agency: Minnesota IT Services

• Job ID : 84360

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes, #LI-Hybrid

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 02/28/2025

• Closing Date : 03/17/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota IT Services

• Division/Unit : Department of Transportation (DOT)

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 08:00 a.m. - 04:30 p.m.

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $39.14 - $66.92 / hourly; $81,724 - $139,728 / annually

• Job Class Option : Systems Software

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Join the 2,800+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/) (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives in government IT. This position serves our partners at the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT). MNIT MnDOT supports an agency with technology integrated into all areas of business. From business intelligence and solutions for critical transportation infrastructure to planning and operating a safe, efficient, and reliable multimodal transportation system, the team connects people and markets across Minnesota.

As the GIS Hosting Architect, you will provide architectural direction and leadership in the administration and management of MN.IT partnering with DOT’s Enterprise GIS Operational environment which consists of servers, services, and applications business critical to the agency. This position is required to investigate new GIS technologies, make GIS technology recommendations, design, plan and develop the direction of the GIS Operational environment with a high degree of expertise in ESRI – ArcGIS technologies. You will be responsible to ensure compliance with MN.IT State Security standards and policies, and also will be analyzing the GIS Operational environment for reliability and efficiency. This includes being a mentor and directing other staff that support the GIS Operational environments. This position serves as the lead technical contact and advisor on enterprise (MNIT Agency - MnGEO) GIS related projects and services.

This position is currently eligible for full-time telework:

• Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) for Minnesota IT Services allows an employee to perform work from a telework location and an employee may be required to be in the office based on business needs and other dependencies in St. Paul, Minnesota.

• Only candidates located in Minnesota and bordering states (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin) are telework eligible.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must clearly demonstrate all of the following qualifications in their resume. Resume tips here. (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/hiringprocess.jsp) :

Position requires a minimum of five (5) years of IT related experience of GIS experience with skills in ESRI ArcGIS, open-source tools, DOT system integration, enterprise solution design using .NET and Azure, GIS server optimization, and secure environment management via Active Directory.

Experience must include:

• Experienced in deploying and configuring ESRI ArcGIS and open-source GIS tools, and integrating DOT GIS systems for smooth operation across various environments.

• Proficient in system and data integration across various environments, with a strong background in designing and configuring enterprise solutions using ESRI, .NET, and Microsoft Azure.

• Experienced in troubleshooting complex GIS server issues with a focus on performance optimization, skilled in technologies such as ESRI ArcGIS, Apache, Reverse Proxy, .NET, IIS, and VMware, and adept at implementing timely solutions to improve GIS operations.

• Skilled in hosting GIS environments on Microsoft Azure and experienced in managing and deploying GIS applications using .NET and ASP.NET.

• Knowledgeable in ESRI ArcGIS and Windows Server licensing and experienced in managing Microsoft Active Directory for secure GIS operations.

• Ability to deliver effective verbal or written messages that facilitate a mutual understanding on both parties.

• Customer service skills that include active listening, empathy, and problem-solving.

A master’s degree in Information Technology or an IT related field substitutes for three (3) years of experience, OR an IT related bachelor’s degree substitutes for two (2) years, OR an IT related associate’s degree substitutes for one (1) year.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Azure based technologies and Virtual hosting technologies in multiple data centers.

• Experience with LAN/WAN Network technologies.

• Experience with IP360 Security Vulnerability Management Systems and Risk remediation.

• Proven experience in designing and implementing complex technical problem resolution, communication, and monitoring processes within a technical environment.

• Experience providing direction and guidance to technical staff.

• Expertise in designing intricate technical systems that align with project requirements and business objectives.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, fostering collaboration and ensuring clear understanding across diverse teams.

Additional Requirements

It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:

SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)

• Criminal History Check

• Reference Check

• Social Security and Address Verification

• Education Verification

• Other legally required checks

Minnesota IT Services does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota IT Services will not sponsor applicant for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.