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: http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx

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.

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

Job Duties:

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

Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational
Career Progression: This position may be filled as a GIS Analyst 1, 2, or 3.

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

How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is 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.

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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.
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Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

David Dupree

ADA of Engineering

318-412-3104