GIS Analyst

Salary: $85,906.08 - $118,218.88 Annually
Location : Hawthorne Transportation Center, 33 North 9th Street, Minneapolis, MN
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2026-00356
Department: Public Works - Traffic & Parking Services
Division: PW Traffic & Parking Services
Opening Date: 10/13/2026
Closing Date: 10/27/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: CPE


Position Description
The Parking and Traffic Division of Minneapolis Public Works is hiring a GIS Analyst to support internal operations and the implementation of a grant funded project to improve its curbside management systems. The project will use technology and data to create tools to improve access to on-street parking and loading spaces as well as modernize how the city collects, stores, visualizes, and shares curb data.
This position is grant-funded with funding secured through December 2028 .; additional funding upon expiration of the grant may be sought but is not guaranteed.
In collaboration with the project manager, this position will lead efforts to build and maintain GIS-based data capabilities and support open data initiatives. The position will coordinate work across several city departments and third-party technology vendors.

Work Location:

This position currently works on-site only.
The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for GIS Spatial Data Provision for the enterprise, including providing leadership, management, industry best practices, quality assurance and quality control.
• Build and manage a comprehensive, spatially enabled, curb inventory, including curb regulations, signage and related assets, using ESRI tools such as ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Enterprise (ArcGIS Online/Portal) utilizing the Curb and Mobility Data Specifications (CDS and MDS).
• Responsible for design and oversight of the GIS technical environment, including software and hardware, systems products, and for establishing priorities for the GIS enterprise network (ArcGIS Server, ArcIMS, ArcGIS Desktop).
• Assist in maintaining an Enterprise business model, which helps departments to apply GIS capabilities effectively to improve citizen access and delivery of City services.
• Support and assist in the implementation of business solutions through strategic application of GIS technology.
• Deployment of spatial solutions for GIS software and web applications
• Provide oversight and direction to enterprise data management, including the institutionalization of data stewardship.
• Assist departments in the documentation of their business processes, and provide the technology and cost assessment of migrating departmental business processes to supported business support tools.
• Provide complex GIS analysis for departments and the general public.
• Research and implement new GIS technology releases, including system analysis, creation of detail project plans, migration planning, and creation of training plans and support plans.
• Manage Consultants hired for projects ensuring the contract scope of work and deliverables are on time, within budget and of the quality specifed.
• Participate in research efforts applying GIS in municipal government.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Office setting with daily exposure to computers
A resume is required. You must attach an updated resume to your application. Failure to attach will result in an Incomplete Application.

Required Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture, Computer Science, Cartography, Geography, a closely related feld or equivalent

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE :

Five years of progressively responsible work experience in applying GIS technology to support decision making processes and formulating public policy that has included applying GIS to business solutions.

Selection Process:
The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

Background Check

The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Union Representation
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Professional Employees Association (MPEA).For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit:


Eligible List Statement:
The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire 1 month after it has been established.

Interview Selection:
The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough municipal government; the activities and process involved in the delivery of City services; the interaction of departments and workflow to provide services.
• Experience in applying technology in support of public sector operations.
• Ability to perform spatial and data analysis to support planning, policy, and operational decisions.
• In-depth knowledge and use of ESRI technology.
• Thorough knowledge of geo-processing, cartographic design, cartographic principles and procedures, etc.
• Thorough knowledge of data conversion; translation and transfer techniques; principles and techniques of work planning, scheduling, measurement and reporting.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, decision making skills; oral and written communication skills.
• Good analytical skills; marketing skills; management skills; problem solving skills and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to prepare and make presentations.

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.
The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Benefits Summary
Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the


Insurance
Health insurance
Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.

Dental insurance
The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.

Life insurance
The city provides basic life insurance of one times your annual salary up to $50,000. You can elect to purchase optional life insurance.


Paid time off
Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and


Paid parental leave
City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.

Retirement
City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.

• Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.
• Deferred compensation : Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).

Transportation
Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:

• Metropass: The program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.
• Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis gives you options to pay certain commuting costs, such as qualified parking and van pool expenses, with pre-tax dollars.

Learning and development
To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University, St. Catherine's, and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.

Other perks
Employees can also take advantage of flexible spending accounts, the , health club discounts and more.
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Please specify where you heard about this position (e.g., website name, City of Minneapolis employee name, job fair, professional association).
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Describe your experience using GIS to support public policy making or planning operations. Include examples of how you have worked with datasets such as address points, right-of-way geometry, road centerlines, or emergency service boundaries, and explain how your work contributed to improving response times, data accuracy, or decision-making. If none write 'None'
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Please describe how your GIS experience has evolved over time, particularly in support of public policy or planning. Highlight increasing levels of responsibility, complexity of projects, and any leadership or coordination roles you have taken on. Include specific examples of tools, technologies, or processes you implemented to enhance data quality, system integration, or operational efficiency. If none write 'None'.
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