GIS Technician/Analyst

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Public Works,14041 Biscayne Avenue, Rosemount, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2026-023
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 07/23/2026


Position Summary
This position will be open until filled, with the first review of applications on 08/10/2026.

The City of Rosemount is hiring a GIS Technician or GIS Analyst to help us grow and enhance the services, infrastructure, and experiences that make our community strong. We're looking for an individual who is forward-thinking, team-oriented, and ready to contribute to a city that values both progress and connection.

We have one (1) vacancy for either a GIS Technician or GIS Analyst. Assignment will be determined by the candidate's qualifications and experience.

The GIS Technician/Analyst performs work with the City's Geographic Information System (GIS) and OpenGov Asset Management systems, assisting and managing data requests and data updates, assisting with the preparation of reports, documents, and maps, and other duties as assigned.

NOTE: The GIS Analyst is distinguished from the GIS Technician as work is performed with less supervision and greater independence. Additional GIS support, responsibilities, and projects requiring the application of knowledge, skills, and abilities of a broader, more complex level may be assigned.

Essential Duties


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Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications for GIS Technician ($36.723 - $45.949/hr)

• Bachelor's degree in GIS or closely related field AND
• One internship or professional GIS related experience OR
• Associate's degree in GIS or closely related field and two years of GIS related experience,
• Valid Driver's License.

Desirable Qualifications for GIS Technician

• Two years of experience in Geographic Information Systems using ESRI ArcGIS software suite.
• Experience working for local government.
• Strong working knowledge and experience with Cartegraph or other Asset Management software
• Advanced Knowledge of ArcGIS Portal and related ESRI Applications and software.
• Knowledge of computerized mapping techniques and relational database management.
• Experience with common GIS programming languages and environments (i.e., SQL, Python, Arcade, or other).

Minimum Qualifications for GIS Analyst ($41.262 - $51.629/hr)

• Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Systems, geography, Computer Science, Engineering, Planning or a related field.
• Two years of GIS related experience OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience using Python, ModelBuilder, or similar tool.
• Valid Driver's License.

Desirable Qualifications for GIS Analyst

• One year of government GIS related experience.
• Public Sector experience, particularly in support of public works, engineering, community development, or public safety.
• GIS Professional (GISP) certification
• Experience working with OpenGove Asset Management or similar platform and advanced experience working with Esri's ArcGIS platform, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, and ArcGIS Online.

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions
Physical Requirements and Activity
This work requires the frequent exertion of up to 10 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions and occasionally requires standing, walking, speaking or hearing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and reaching with hands and arms.
Sensory Requirements
Work requires close vision and color perception; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
Sensory Utilization
Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data.
Environmental Conditions
Work has no exposure to environmental conditions; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic).

The statements in this class description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.



The City of Rosemount is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Why work for the City of Rosemount? Employees enjoy:

A Family Friendly Work Environment
Wellness Incentives
Training Opportunities
Educational Incentives
Promotion of Innovative Ideas
Service Recognition
Team Environment
And More!

The City of Rosemount's full-time employees enjoy a generous benefit package that includes health, dental, life, and disability insurances as well as PERA pension; employees also receive paid sick, vacation, and holiday leave.

Part-time employees that qualify may also participate in the PERA pension program.
01


Do you have a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

02


What is your highest level of education?

• Bachelor's Degree
• Associate's Degree
• High School Diploma/GED

03


Which of the following best describes your degree

• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• A Closely Related Field (Geography, Computer Science, Engineering, Planning)
• A Not-Closely Related Field
• No Degree

04


Which of the following best describes your years of experience in GIS-related work

• 5 or more years of experience
• 3-4 years of experience
• 2 years of experience
• Less than 2 years of experience
• No experience

05


Which of the following areas do you have experience with? (Check all that apply)

• OpenGov Asset Management Software
• A Different Asset Management Software
• Laserfiche
• Microsoft Office
• Computer Aided Draft (CAD) in a GIS environment
• SQL Databases
• Python Programming Language
• ArcGIS
• None of the Above

06


Do you have experience working in a municipal government?

• Yes
• No

07


Please list any additional skills, knowledge, or experience that makes you uniquely qualified or suited for this position. (Enter "NA" if not applicable)
08


ELECTION OF VETERAN'S PREFERENCE The City of Rosemount awards preference to qualified veterans and spouses of deceased or disabled veterans in accordance with Minnesota State Statute 197.455. Are you requesting Veteran's Preference Points for this position? If so, please select your Veterans status and assure you have attached the appropriate documentation. Documents MUST be provided by attaching them to this application. Qualified veteran means: a citizen of the United States or a resident alien who has been separated under honorable conditions from any branch of the armed forces of the United States: *after having served on active duty for 181 consecutive days, or; *by reason of disability incurred while serving on active duty, or; *who has met the minimum active duty requirement as defined by Code of Federal Regulations, title 38, section 3.12a, or; *who has active military service certified under section 401, Public Law 95-202. Active military service must be certified by the United States secretary of defense as active military service and a discharge under honorable conditions must be issued by the secretary. Veteran's preference may be used by the surviving spouse of a deceased veteran and by the spouse of a disabled veteran who, because of the disability, is unable to qualify. You must submit a copy of your DD214 or other military documents to substantiate the service information requested on this form. Disabled veterans must also supply form FL802 or an equivalent letter from a service retirement board. Spouses applying for preference must supply their marriage certificate, the veteran's DD214, and the veteran's FL802 or death certificate. You are ineligible to receive points if you have remarried or were divorced from the veteran. Additional preference is awarded to qualified disabled veterans. In addition to your DD214, disabled veterans must also supply form FL802 or an equivalent letter from a service retirement board. Claims not accompanied by proper documentation will not be processed. Documentation must be received, if your supporting documentation is not submitted Veteran's Preference Points will not be awarded.

• No
• Honorably Discharged Veteran
• Honorably Discharged Disabled Veteran
• Spouse of Honorably Discharged Disabled Veteran
• Spouse of Deceased Veteran
• Spouse of Deceased Disabled Veteran

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How did you learn of this position posting?

• Newspaper
• City Website
• Indeed
• League of MN Cities Website
• Governmentjobs.com
• Other Website
• Employee Referral
• Direct Mail or other City Advertisement
• Other

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