GIS Specialist/GIS Principal - (Pike Lake)
Salary
$31.21 - $41.00 Hourly
Location
Duluth, MN
Job Type
Permanent, Full-Time
Job Number
26-105/166-02
Department
Public Works
Opening Date
07/08/2026
Closing Date
7/22/2026 11:59 PM Central
Kind of Work
Specialized work providing geographical information systems products, services, analysis, and support to meet user needs.
This position is located at the Richard H. Hansen Public Works and Transportation Complex.
4787 Midway Road, Pike Lake, MN 55811.
The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range for 2026.
The full salary range, including longevity pay for a GIS Specialist, is $31.21 - $44.23 per hour.
The full salary range, including longevity pay for a GIS Principal, is $33.54 - $47.71 per hour.
This position is part of the Civil Service Basic Union Contract represented by Council 5 of AFSCME.
St. Louis County does not participate in E-Verify. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States, for St. Louis County, on a full-time basis. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.
Distinguishing Features of Work
GIS Specialist
An employee in this class applies GIS technology and programming tools to design and support geographical information systems and applications. Duties include consulting with GIS users to determine needs; developing and supporting customized applications, data, web services, and documents to meet user specifications; and participating in the assessment, implementation, and maintenance of GIS technology and techniques. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.
GIS Principal
An employee in this class leads the planning, design, implementation, monitoring, and security of geographical information systems, technology, techniques and services to meet multi-user goals. Duties include applications systems and web services development; data management; administration and support of GIS software, servers, and infrastructure; and the provision of technical training sessions, guidance and support to GIS users and staff. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.
Work Environment
These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled. CONSTANT: Near vision; maintain posture; sit; work around others; and work inside. FREQUENT: Field of vision; visual accommodation; color vision; hear within 5 feet; bend neck; feel; use fingers; grasp; handle; reach; rotate neck; static neck; and work alone. OCCASIONAL: Lift and carry up to 10 pounds; midrange vision; depth perception; hear within 20 feet; move about; stand; talk/speak; walk; work with others; and customer/public contact.
Selection Process
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GIS Specialist (Pass/Fail):
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelors degree in Geographical Information Systems (GIS), geography, computer science, information technology, or related field of study (all degrees must include course work in GIS) AND two (2) years full-time paid verifiable direct GIS experience.
Possession of a valid driver's license.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GIS Principal (Pass/Fail):
Note: At the discretion of the hiring authority, the successful candidate may be considered for appointment at the GIS Specialist or GIS Principal level, contingent on minimum qualifications and department need. This would be determined at the time a job offer is extended.
RATING SYSTEM:
Supplemental Questions will be 100% of the scoring process:
Please Note: When answering the supplemental questions on the website, the webpage may time out after 30 minutes. Its recommended you draft your answers in a separate document and copy/paste the answers into the application when youre finished writing. Failure to answer and save all of the questions on the "Supplemental Questions" page within 30 minutes may result in the deletion of your answers by the application system.
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT & SCREENING PROCESS SCHEDULE:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The essential functions for this position are listed under the "ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK" on the specification, available in the Human Resources Department or online at www.stlouiscountymn.gov/jobdescriptions.
VETERANS PREFERENCE:
If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of document(s) listed for the option that applies to you:
Please refer to Minnesota Statute 197.455 for additional requirements. Click Here.
PHYSICAL-MEDICAL STANDARDS:
Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.
DRUG TESTING:
Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.
BACKGROUND CHECK:
Applicants selected for appointment to a position with St. Louis County are subject to a background investigation.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION:
All new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD:
Appointees to the position must successfully complete at least a six-month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.
NON-DISCRIMINATION:
St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer.
Eligible St. Louis County employees earn a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
Benefits are prorated for part-time employees and administered in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement or management compensation plan.
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Please type or clearly print your name.
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The information you provide related to your education, training, and experience is subject to verification. I understand that giving false information, failing to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification.
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Are you legally authorized to work in the United States for St. Louis County?
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All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas, and it does not currently participate in E-Verify. Will you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status) to work legally for St. Louis County in the United States?
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Do you have a valid drivers license?
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Select your highest level of education completed.
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Which of the following describes your level of direct GIS experience?
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At the discretion of the hiring authority, it is possible that this position will be filled using either the GIS Specialist (2026 starting hourly salary $31.21 - $38.03) or the GIS Principal class (2026 starting hourly salary $33.54 - $41.00). Please indicate your willingness to accept employment as follows:
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SME Explanation: Questions 10-15 will be reviewed by a Subject Matter Expert (SME). The questions will be scored and used to help determine 100% of your score. For each question, please list the organization(s) and/or employers where you gained the experience. All information listed must also be supported in the work experience section of your application. I have read and understand the instructions given above and acknowledge that I understand my score is derived 100% from my answers to supplemental questions 10-15.
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Describe your experience working with Esri ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro, Portal for ArcGIS, and ArcGIS Online products. Include in your response, the types and length of time working with each product.
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Describe your experience in developing and maintaining GIS web and mobile applications.
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Describe your experience working with, and managing data within an ESRI SDE environment.
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Describe your GIS-related programming work experience, and specify which programming languages you are familiar with.
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Describe any work experience as a project leader.
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Describe your experience in developing, deploying, and maintaining GIS mobile / field data collection applications. In your response, indicate the type of applications and length of time working with each.
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I certify that my responses to the questions above are true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Required Question
Employer St. Louis County, Minnesota
Address 100 N 5th Ave. W., Room 1
Duluth, Minnesota, 55802
Phone 218-726-2422
Website http://www.stlouiscountymn.gov