Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment. This position serves as a GIS Specialist I for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) supporting the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) performing geographic information system (GIS) program activities utilizing geographic information technology hardware and software to produce maps, spatial analysis reports, spatial datasets, and spatial analyses. In this role, you will create and maintain spatial databases, write programs, and develop user interfaces, menus, and macro-level commands to meet user needs. In addition, you will document and maintain the GIS data collection, and serve as a technical adviser to DoIT, IEPA, and other state and federal agencies in the use and capabilities of GIS systems. If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities, and experience, we invite you to apply for this position to join the DoIT Team!
As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
- Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
- 10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
- 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
- 3 paid personal business days per year
- 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave
- Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
- Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
- Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
- Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
Essential Functions
- Under general supervision, serves as a GIS Specialist I for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT), supporting Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA), maintaining GIS systems functions, maps, products, procedures, and applications that assist IEPA personnel to maintain and view GIS data related to DoIT/IEPA programs.
- Assists DoIT/IEPA staff in utilizing GIS capability to prepare technical information by explaining and interpreting DoIT/IEPA GIS related programs and policies to staff and interested parties, including other State and Federal agencies.
- Assists DoIT/IEPA personnel in the development and use of IEPA GIS related data.
- Consults with DoIT mid-range computing support staff in configuration and maintenance of the IEPA GIS application services and databases.
- Keeps abreast of new developments in the information technology field by continuing education through meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and procedrues.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with a minimum of twenty (20) semester hours from the related academic disciplines of geography, GIS technology, cartography, and computer science.
- Requires completion of an agency sponsored training program ---- OR ---- Requires one (1) year of professional experience in GIS.
Specialized Skills
- Requires one (1) year of professional experience in map creation and Geographic Information System (GIS) technology, including Services-based GIS Architecture (ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, or ESRI ArcGIS Hub).
Preferred Qualifications
- One (1) year of professional experience in map creation and Geographic Information System (GIS) technology, including Services-based GIS Architecture (ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, or ESRI ArcGIS Hub).
- One (1) year of experience working with a relational database management system.
- One (1) year of professional experience with Windows Server or Desktop Operating Systems.
- Working knowledge of the methods and techniques employed in creating maps and GIS products.
- Working knowledge of research methods and techniques to analyze statistical and spatial data.
- Working knowledge of geographic and statistical data output methodologies.
- Working knowledge of interpreting, explaining, and applying data output.
- Working knowledge of developing programs and utilities utilizing Python.
- Ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships with others.
- Developed verbal and written communication skills to present information to others with clarity and precision.
Employment Conditions
Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.
- Requires the ability to verify identity.
- Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with the State of Illinois.
- Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check.
- Requires self-disclosure of criminal history.
- Requires the ability to serve in an on-call capacity.
- Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties.
- Requires the ability to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, short notice, evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Requires use of agency-supplied equipment (cell phone, laptop, etc.).
- Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.
- Requires the ability to lift and carry objects/equipment weighing up to ten (10) pounds. This is considered sedentary work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(a)). Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and requires occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing.
The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.
Work Hours: Monbday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Work Location: 1021 North Grand Avenue East, Springfield, IL 62702
Agency Contact: Lois Green
Email: lois.d.green@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
This position DOES contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
The Department of Innovation & Technology (DolT) is the state's IT agency delivering an enterprise approach to statewide technology, innovation and telecommunication services, as well as policy and standards development, lifecycle investment planning, and cybersecurity services. With over 1,500 employees, DolT delivers IT services and innovative solutions to customer agencies to improve services provided to Illinois residents, DolT offers employees the opportunity to advance their careers, develop new skills and reach their potential, both personally and professionally. DoIT is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation.