Research Analyst Intermediate - GIS

Working Title: Research Analyst Intermediate - GIS

Job Class: Research Analyst Intermediate

Agency: Transportation Dept

• Job ID : 97099

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/21/2026

• Closing Date : 10/12/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE

• Division/Unit : SUSTAIN PLAN & PR MGMT DIV / Traffic Monitoring

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $26.12 - $37.91 / hourly; $54,538 - $79,156 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This posting announcement is for two vacancies.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

This position assists in developing and maintaining a statistically valid Traffic Volume Program and related GIS data to ensure that certification from the FHWA during their annual audit is achieved and the federal Highway Performance Management System (HPMS) requirements are satisfied. This position provides oversite and error checking of other’s work to ensure consistent implementation of procedures. This position will work directly with internal and external partners to coordinate, clarify, and resolve data-related needs.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of professional GIS experience demonstrating:

• Experience using GIS software to create, manage, and publish data.

• Experience in creating clear, accessible documents and reports, including user guides for non-technical audiences.

• Experience in gathering information, defining issues, developing and implementing solutions, analyzing data, and presenting clear results.

• Experience editing XML, CSV, Excel, TXT, or similar data file formats using Microsoft applications or other data management tools.

A Bachelor's degree in Geography, Geographic Information Systems, Surveying, Engineering, Planning or Computer Science substitutes for one year of professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience collecting and submitting traffic count data sufficient to produce official traffic volume estimates.

• Experience in using traffic data in the planning, investment, and design process.

• Experience in ESRI GIS software.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check.

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check

• Criminal History Check

• Employment Reference Check

• Education/License Verification

• Driver's License Check

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.