Working Title: Student GIS Technician
Job Class: Student Worker Para Professional Senior
Agency: Minnesota IT Services
- Job ID: 97986
- Location: St. Paul
- Telework Eligible: Yes
- Full/Part Time: Part-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Limited
- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted: 11/04/2026
- Closing Date: 11/17/2026
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota IT Services
- Division/Unit: Office of Enterprise Tech / MnGeo Data Coord Staff
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday, 8am to 12pm
- Travel Required: No
- Salary Range: $20.20 - $24.02 / hourly
- Classified Status: Unclassified
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME
- Work Area: St. Paul
- End Date: 06/30/2028
- FLSA Status: Nonexempt
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: No
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.
Join the 2,800+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives. This position will be part of the Minnesota Geospatial Information Office (MnGeo), which coordinates geographic information systems within the state, creating connections between state agencies and other stakeholders from public and private organizations.
- Please note that this is a limited, part-time position, with the expectation of working approximately 20 hours per week. You will also have the option to work full-time (40 hours per week) during the summer and or winter breaks. This position is currently anticipated to last a year and a half.
- We will be filling multiple vacancies from this one posting. All applicants will be considered for all vacancies.
Minnesota IT Services (MNIT) is seeking a motivated Student GIS Technician to support the Minnesota Geospatial Information Office (MnGeo) with key Geographic Information System (GIS) projects. This is a great opportunity for students interested in gaining real-world GIS experience in a government setting.
As a Student GIS Technician, You Will Assist With
- Building and maintaining geospatial data frameworks to support statewide data needs (e.g., boundaries, ownership, transportation, and addresses).
- Reviewing, creating, enhancing GIS data and metadata for publication on the Minnesota Geospatial Commons.
- Supporting automation and web development tasks.
- Contributing to other GIS-related projects as assigned.
You will work alongside experienced professionals and gain practical skills while supporting projects that impact communities across Minnesota.
This Position Requires An Employee To Work Onsite At 600 Robert Street North, St. Paul, Minnesota At Least 50% Of The Time, With Limited Telework Available. Telework Eligibility Depends On Residence
- Candidates living in Minnesota or within 50 miles of the worksite in a bordering state (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin) may telework up to 50%.
- Minnesota residents living more than 50 miles from the worksite may be eligible to telework more than 50%.
- Candidates living 50 miles or more from the worksite in a bordering state are not eligible for hire unless relocating within 50 miles.
Minimum Qualifications
To qualify, candidates must clearly show all of the following qualifications in their resume. Resume tips available here:
Student Worker Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for a student worker position, you must be enrolled in a post-secondary or graduate educational program or plan to enroll within three (3) months of appointment.
Students may remain eligible for employment while taking the summer or one semester/quarter off, provided the break does not exceed one semester/quarter per year. Enrollment below the minimum credit or class requirements outlined below will be considered a semester/quarter off.
To maintain eligibility, students must meet the following enrollment requirements:
- Students enrolled at credit-granting institutions: Must be enrolled in at least six (6) semester credits or nine (9) quarter credits.
- Students attending non-credit-granting institutions: Must be enrolled in at least two (2) classes per semester/quarter. This also applies to institutions that offer only one credit per class.
- Graduate students: Must be enrolled in at least two (2) courses or making progress on a dissertation.
Educational Verification is required prior to appointment.
Additional Experience Requirements
- Class work or experience using ArcGIS Pro including creating, editing, and maintaining file-based geodatabases.
- Class work or experience managing ArcGIS online content, and publishing features and services to portal or ArcGIS online.
- Class work or experience working with geospatial data and metadata.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively to foster mutual understanding and guide teams through change.
- Customer-focused approach grounded in active-listening, empathy, and solution-oriented problem-solving, with demonstrated leadership and people engagement skills that support positive user experiences and high-performing teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience or class work with scripting for databases with Python.
- Experience or class work with configuring and editing feature classes in ArcGIS Pro.
- Knowledge of database design methods and documentation techniques.
- Familiarity with code versioning systems.
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:
- SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)
- Criminal History Check
- Reference Check
- Social Security and Address Verification
- Education Verification
- Other legally required checks
Minnesota IT Services does not participate in the federal E-Verify program. Minnesota IT Services is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions, and cannot complete Form I-9 or any other documentation requiring employer participation in E-Verify. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.
How To Apply
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
Contact
If you have questions about this position, contact workwithmnit@state.mn.us.
Veterans
To be considered for any Veteran's Status, you MUST indicate this on your application.
RECENTLY SEPARATED VETERANS (RSV): Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five RSV applicants who apply and meet the qualifications for a vacancy shall be granted an interview. You must:
- Meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting.
- Meet all of the RSV criteria.
- Submit a copy of your DD-214 form by the closing date to: workwithmnit@state.mn.us
Current State Employees
- Current State Employees: Please note that employment provisions (including but not limited to seniority and leave accrual) vary among the three branches of Minnesota State government. When considering a job with another branch of state government, you are highly encouraged to explore these differences. For assistance, please direct questions to your current or anticipated Human Resources office.
About Minnesota IT Services
Minnesota IT Services is the information technology agency for the State of Minnesota. MNIT partners with agencies, boards, councils, and commissions to deliver secure, reliable technology solutions as we set IT strategy, direction, policies, and standards statewide. Work for MNIT and be part of a nation-leading IT organization that helps to create an innovative government that works for everyone. Our culture promotes collaboration, demands agility, and encourages us to embrace change. Be a part of something bigger than yourself, something to be inspired by; come to work for MNIT.
Working together to improve the state we love.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
- A sense of purpose in their work
- Connection with their coworkers and communities
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth
Benefits
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Your Benefits May Include
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
- Diabetes care
- Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
- Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
- Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
- Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Support To Help You Reach Your Career Goals
- Training, classes, and professional development
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) For Work/life Support
- A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
- Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
- Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants With Disabilities
Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.
