Join DOTD as a GIS Analyst 

Help turn transportation data into decisions that move Louisiana forward.

At the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), GIS Analysts play a critical role in how we plan, manage, and share transportation information across the state. This position supports DOTD’s GIS initiatives by collecting, managing, analyzing, and delivering geospatial data used by engineers, planners, leadership, and the public.

Entry-level applicants are encouraged to apply — training and growth opportunities are provided.

About DOTD

At the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), our work keeps Louisiana moving. We plan, build, maintain, and protect the transportation systems that connect communities, support commerce, and improve quality of life across the state. DOTD employees perform meaningful public service work that has a visible, statewide impact every day.

While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with all applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules, and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.

Two years of experience in using geographic information systems (GIS), using digital mapping and/or surveying technology, or in aerial photography; OR

Twelve semester hours in a computer science, GIS, or geospatial field plus one year of experience in using geographic information systems, using digital mapping and/or surveying technology, or in aerial photography; OR

A bachelor’s degree with twelve semester hours in a computer science, GIS, or geospatial field.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

• Perform GIS data entry, editing, and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC)
• Support development and maintenance of GIS databases, standards, and documentation
• Produce GIS products including maps, datasets, reports, and web-based applications
• Perform transportation-related GIS spatial analysis to support DOTD programs
• Assist with remote sensing and imagery projects (LiDAR, aerial photography, satellite imagery)
• Support GIS web services and data dissemination for internal and external users
• Assist with Linear Referencing Systems (LRS), Roads & Highways, and event data maintenance
• Participate in planning meetings to support GIS project development and delivery
• Assist with troubleshooting GIS software, data, and system issues
• Support implementation of new GIS tools, technologies, and workflows

Position-Specific Details:
Career Progression: This position may be filled as GIS Analyst 1, 2, or 3 depending on qualifications and agency needs
Appointment Type:  Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment or Detail to Special Duty

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.  

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. 

* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Monica Crout | GIS Supervisor

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development

1201 Capitol Access Road | Baton Rouge, LA 70802

225-242-4568 | Monica.Crout@LA.GOV

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp

Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.