The City of Rochester welcomes applications for

GIS Specialist
Rochester Public Utilities

Limited Term Appointment:
This position anticipated to last 18 - 24 months to support the City of Rochester's implementation of a new Enterprise Resource Planning software. This role is contingent upon the availability of allocated funds, as well as favorable performance by the incumbent. 

Nature of Work
This position involves assisting with the development, operation, and maintenance of the enterprise GIS. Responsibilities include assisting with GIS program planning, management and coordination, GIS and infrastructure mapping and database management, GIS application development, coordinating department training on GIS software, and maintenance of the GIS internet/intranet sites. Work involves creating and updating public and associated private infrastructure GIS datasets; map production using ESRI's ArcGIS software suite; database manipulation and data entry; and maintaining records of installed infrastructure. This position may also provide technical support for computer users, assist others in the department relating to project scheduling, budget preparation and infrastructure management and may also be responsible for system administration for both software and hardware, including maintenance and installation.  

Schedule: The typical work schedule 8 AM - 5 PM Monday through Friday. Remote work is available up to two days a week after the first 6 months. 

To have your application considered in the first round of application review, apply before February 4, 2026, at 11:59 PM.

The work below is representative of the scope of work performed within this job classification. Individual job duties will vary based on work assignment. 
 
*Assist with plans and procedures for the development and use of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) to meet the needs of the Department.

• Operate and maintain the enterprise-wide GIS.
• Prepare documentation of data sources, database design and data flow diagrams and complete metadata on datasets. 
• Assist in the development, maintenance, and administration of a departmental GIS work plan. 
• Act as a liaison between department and outside agencies or other departments in accomplishing system applications. 
• Maintain and enhance databases for all areas of the Department. 
• Develop GIS applications to enhance efficiency and use of the GIS. 
• Coordinate integration of internal and external GIS with other departments, divisions, systems, and functions. 

*Develop, maintain, and update GIS databases for the Department. 

• Assist in the planning, development, and administration of spatial and attribute data sets. 
• Create and update public and associated private infrastructure GIS datasets 
• Prepare and edit map layers; prepare and print maps or produce electronic maps to meet specified needs for Engineering staff and others. 
• Apply policies and procedures to GIS data for quality control and quality assurance. 
• Develop and implement databases and applications for department records. 
• Perform database management, design SQL queries and perform data entry 
• Support the management of departmental infrastructure using field inventory data. 
• Maintain and improve current department GIS databases and applications. 

*Provide public service to consultants, developers, citizens, and other agencies. 

• Work with other departments and governmental offices in developing and maintaining GIS databases for multiple users. 
• Respond to inquiries and requests for information about Department infrastructure. 
• Coordinate with other governmental GIS groups. 
• Prepare technical information for Boards, Councils, City staff agencies, Commissions, neighborhood groups, and professional organizations.

*Provide or assist with training and provide guidance to department and division personnel on GIS, cartographic design, or other mapping requirements. 

• Assist in recommending, operating, and maintaining software and hardware systems for use in GIS program. 
• Furnish training and technical support to internal GIS customers and other users of GIS data and applications. 

Perform other related duties as assigned

• Assist in developing budgets and schedules involving GIS applications, computer hardware and software. 
• Update, modify and expand GIS related intranet/internet sites including ArcGIS Portal.. 
• Assist with hardware maintenance, software installation and maintenance, and troubleshoot system problems. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

* ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in geographic information systems (GIS) or related field such as geography, planning, civil engineering, or computer science, with an emphasis in GIS coursework and training; AND three (3) years of full-time employment experience with geographic information systems mapping and database management using ESRI ArcGIS software or its equivalent

OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job may also be considered. 

If this work interests you but you are unsure if you meet all the job requirements listed above, please apply anyway! Your experience is likely more applicable to the role than you think, and the City is interested in candidates who can bring not only technical expertise but a variety of lived experience to the team.

Licenses and Certifications
 Valid MN driver's license

Desirable Qualifications

• Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office programs 
• Python programming skills 
• SQL Server database administration
• ArcGIS Enterprise (Pro, Portal, Server) experience
• Editing Utility Network data and branch versioning experience
• Experience with mapping and/or survey grade GPS units
• Experience with Schneider Electric’s ArcFM, Designer, Responder, and Fiber Manager Products   

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.

In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Physical demands that may be required continuously (2/3 or more of the time), frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) are noted below:

Continuous demands: sitting
Frequent demands: fine dexterity
Occasional demands: standing, walking, climbing, balancing, reaching, kneeling, crouching, crawling

Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include: sight, hearing, touch, taste and smell

Environmental conditions
Work is primarily performed indoors with no exposure to temperatures and external elements. Occasionally, work may be required outdoors and subject to the following factors:
 Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
 Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
 Work outdoors (no effective protection from weather)
 Work at heights (such as on scaffolding or ladders)
 Walk on uneven ground (gravel, rocks, mounds, construction sites)