Louisiana Department of State Civil Service

GIS Analyst 1-3

Louisiana Department of State Civil Service, Winnsboro

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GIS Analyst 1-3

Salary

$3,181.00 - $5,724.00 Monthly

Location

Chase, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

58/50687776/GIS/7.30.2025-SG

Department

DOTD-Engineering & Operations

Division

District 58- Chase

Opening Date

07/31/2025

Closing Date

8/9/2025 11:59 PM Central

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About this Job

DISTRICT 58 - Unit 170 – Chase

JOB NUMBER: 58/50687776/GIS/7.30.2025-SG

The purpose of this position is to create and maintain GIS databases. It is located in District 58/Unit 170, reporting to the District 58 Headquarters in Chase, LA. We are looking for an Analyst that is self-motivated, able to perform tasks with minimal supervision and able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise. They will work closely with the survey and design teams, using various computer programs to deliver accurate results. We are looking for someone with the special knowledge of CAD software along with GIS software and hardware programs (i.e. ESRI, ArcGIS Pro). As a GIS Analyst, you will participate in appropriate DOTD structured training programs and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks.

This is an exciting opportunity to learn modern survey techniques and instruments.

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of experience in using geographic information systems (GIS), using digital mapping and/or surveying technology, or in aerial photography; OR

Twelve semester hours in a computer science, GIS, or geospatial field plus one year of experience in using geographic information systems, using digital mapping and/or surveying technology, or in aerial photography; OR

A bachelor’s degree with twelve semester hours in a computer science, GIS, or geospatial field.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be foundhere.

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

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Collect high accuracy data, post processing of spatial data, and updating GIS databases with both spatial and non-spatial data.
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Create and maintain GIS databases using geospatial data for various district departments
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Use LIDAR data in conjunction with collected spatial data to create digital terrain models for Stage 0 cost analysis in proposed plan preparations
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Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a GIS Analyst 1, 2, or 3.

Work Schedule: Work hours are 6:30 AM to 5:15 PM, Monday - Thursday.

Compensation:

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GIS Analyst 1: Starting salary is $18.35/hourly.
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GIS Analyst 2: Starting salary is $19.63/hourly.
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GIS Analyst 3: Starting salary is $24.04/hourly.
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How To Apply:

No Civil Service test scoreis required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

Please list all work experience on the application. Failure to include all work experience may affect your eligibility for this position.

*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumeswill notbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here ( .

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

David Dupree

ADA of Engineering

318-412-3104

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at

Parental Leave– Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found at

Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

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New Year's Day
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
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Mardi Gras,
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Good Friday,
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Memorial Day,
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Independence Day,
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Labor Day,
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Veteran's Day,
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Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
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***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):

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Louisiana State Employees Retirement System ( LASERS has provided this video ( to give you more detailed information about their system
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Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (
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Louisiana School Employees Retirement System ( among others
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Are you a probational LA-DOTD employee?

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Are you a permanent LA DOTD employee?

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Are you a current or former employee of the State of Louisiana?

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If so, for which state agency(ies) do you/did you work and during what time period(s)? If not, indicate "NA".

To ensure compliance with PPM #9, DOTD Nepotism Policy, please list the name and relationship with any immediate family members that are currently employed by the LA-DOTD. Please type "N/A" if there are no immediate family members?

What are your career interests?

Please select how you qualify for this position.

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Two years of experience in using geographic information systems (GIS), using digital mapping and/or surveying technology, or in aerial photography.
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Twelve semester hours in a computer science, GIS, or geospatial field plus one year of experience in using geographic information systems, using digital mapping and/or surveying technology, or in aerial photography.
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A bachelor’s degree with twelve semester hours in a computer science, GIS, or geospatial field.
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None of the above.
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If indicated in your answer to the previous question that you completed twelve semester hours in a computer science, GIS, or geospatial field, please list the relevant coursework in the space below in the following format: Ex. GEOG 2055 – Map Reading – 3 hrs - LSU

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Employer

State of Louisiana

Address

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the supplemental information above.

Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802

Phone

(866) 783-5462

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