United States
ND: Fargo/Moorhead
Y
GIS Analyst
Professional Services
Environmental-Engineering
Engineer
Full Time
Permanent
Full Time
0-1
DOE
Direct Employer
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under general supervision, this position collects, updates, and analyzes electric, water, and fiber Geographic Information System (GIS) information; assists with updating GIS applications and mobile devices that use GIS maps; and assists with the maintenance of facility asset data.

JOB DUTIES OR ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
· Collects, updates, and analyzes electric, water, and fiber GIS information.
· Prepares and updates electric, water, and fiber reports and maps.
· Performs Global Positioning System (GPS) collection of electric, water, and fiber infrastructure data in the field, and updates GIS maps and databases with collected data.
· Provides GIS technical support for the collection of GIS data and the use of web mapping applications.
· Assists with the verification of field crew map updates.
· Follows quality assurance/quality control guidelines to ensure the integrity of the data.
· Assists with the maintenance of Moorhead Public Service’s (MPS’) facility asset data, tracking asset history, maintenance inspection records, and other related data.
· Assists with updating GIS applications and mobile devices that use GIS maps.
· Utilizes Esri, GIS, and CAD software, Portal for ArcGIS, GPS equipment, mobile applications, and hardware.
· Performs other duties as requested.

COMPETENCIES:
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be competent in the following areas:
· Kindness and Understanding. Must be able to exhibit kindness and understanding, and be fair-minded and reasonable. Must be approachable and exhibit good judgment when handling personal issues. Must be confidential and protect the privacy of all employees.
· Analytical. Synthesizes complex or diverse information. Collects and researches data. Uses intuition and experience to complement data. Designs work flows and procedures. Problem Solving. Must be able to handle problems of the job on a regular basis. Employees may be involved in a situation where conflict occurs between employees, customers, or others. No matter what problems or issues may come up, the individual must be able to resolve the problem or issue.
· Results. Able to articulate and drive the need for timely, high-quality results. Motivates by personal example of hard work and is dedicated to results. Internally driven to achieve high personal standards. Institutes systems to monitor progress and assures
sustainable results. Anticipates, diagnoses, and works through roadblocks. Continually seeks to improve work results and methods.
· Leadership. Inspires and motivates others to perform well. Inspires respect and trust. Accepts feedback from others. Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates. Gives appropriate recognition to others. Displays passion and optimism. Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the formal education, experience, and training required.

Education:
Associate’s or technical degree with coursework in GIS or related geoscience-based discipline (e.g., engineering, geology, environmental, civil), with an emphasis in GIS or equivalent work experience and certifications as determined by MPS.

Experience:
· Experience with GIS software including, but not limited to, Esri’s ArcGIS Enterprise.
· Fundamental knowledge of the principles of GPS field data collection and the use of GPS data collectors and electronic mobile devices.

Training, Certificates, Licenses, and Other Requirements:
· Driver’s license valid in the state of Minnesota.
· Personal qualities consistent with MPS’ Culture Values – be positive, be appreciative of others, be respectful, be a team player, and be engaged.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
The requirements listed below are representative of the formal education, experience, and training preferred in order to exceptionally perform all of the functions of this position.

Education: Proficient in GIS software including, but not limited to, Esri’s ArcGIS Enterprise. Knowledge of the principles of surveying and experience with GPS field data collection, and the use of GPS data collectors and electronic mobile devices. Bachelor’s degree in a geoscience-based discipline (e.g. engineering, geology, environmental, civil), with an emphasis in GIS.

Experience: One (1) year of utility GIS-related experience.

Training, Certificates, Licenses: GIS Certificate (GISC).

COMPLEXITY: While performing the normal duties of this job, there are related steps, processes, and methods
that require this position to recognize clear differences in a variety of situations.

RESPONSIBILITY:
Supervision: General supervision is provided while performing the normal duties of this job. This position exhibits no supervisory responsibilities but may coordinate work with other individuals as a team member.

Impact: While performing the normal duties of this job, this position’s work affects the accuracy, reliability, or acceptability of further processes or services.

REQUIRED PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORK CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, this position:
· May occasionally balance, bend/stoop, kneel, crouch, squat, crawl, reach above shoulder level, walk, push/pull, lift, carry, finger/enter data/keystroke, smell, and drive; frequently sit, stand, talk, and hear; and continuously perform repetitive
motions.
· Will use close vision, far vision, depth perception, visual acuteness, color vision, and peripheral vision.
· Will use their right hand and left hand for simple handling/grasping and fine handling or manipulation.
· Will use right foot for repetitive motions.

Work Conditions: While performing the duties of this job, this position will experience exposure to inside and outside environmental conditions.

WAGE AND APPLICATION INFORMATION:
The 2025 wage for this position ranges from $23.13 to $35.59 per hour.
Excellent health insurance and benefits package.

Anyone interested in applying for a position at Moorhead Public Service (MPS) must complete an official MPS Application for Employment to be considered for employment with MPS.
Applications are available at https://www.mpsutility.com/index.php/en/employment-opportunities/newest-jobs (or by clicking on the ''apply'' button) or by calling 218.477.8000, Option 4.

Upon completion of an MPS Application for Employment, you can submit the application in one of three ways:
1. Print and mail to:
Moorhead Public Service
c/o Employment Opportunities
P. O. Box 779
Moorhead, MN 56561-0779
2. Scan and e-mail to jobs@mpsutility.com . If you do not receive immediate confirmation that we received your e-mail (via an automated message), please call 218.477.8000, Option 4, to confirm receipt of your e-mail. (NOTE: Depending upon your computer’s software, you might not be able to save the MPS Application, so you will need to print it and then scan it before e-mailing it to us.)
3. Print and deliver to MPS’ Business Office located at 2901 South Frontage Road, Suite 2, Moorhead, Minnesota, 56560. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM until 4:30 PM, excluding holidays.

Closing date: Monday, July 21, 2025.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job notice should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive responsibilities of the position. Other duties may be required by the supervisor. The job notice does not constitute an employment contract between the employer and the employee. It is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
https://www.mpsutility.com/index.php/en/employment-opportunities/newest-jobs
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