Description

This position is open until filled with applications received by 6/12/26 guaranteed consideration.

The City of Springfield is committed to innovation, sustainability, and improving the quality of life for our residents. As a result, our GIS team is growing! Currently, we are seeking a skilled and motivated GIS Specialist 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.

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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;

OR

• Associate's Degree with significant course work in the above fields plus two years of responsible experience utilizing GIS software.

AND

• Proficiency with ESRI Software Suite specifically ArcMap/ArcGIS Pro.

Licensing/Certification

• Must possess valid driver's license.

Functions

For more information about essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description.

Other Requirements

The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.

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. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. 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.

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. Need more information about our benefits and perks Click here! 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;ORAssociate's Degree with significant course work in the above fields plus two years of responsible experience utilizing GIS software. AND - Proficiency with ESRI Software Suite specifically Arc. Map/ ArcGIS Pro. Licensing/ Certification. Must possess valid driver's license. Functions For more information about essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description. Other Requirements The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802. 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. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. 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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