Geographic Information System (GIS) Professional III

State of Vermont • Colchester, VT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The State of Vermont Military Department is seeking to fill the position of GIS Professional (GIS Program Manager). The GIS Program Manager is responsible for the management, development, maintenance, and strategic oversight of the Geographic Information System (GIS) and associated web applications supporting the Vermont Military Department. This position provides GIS services and technical support across all divisions of the Vermont Military Department. This position oversees GIS operations supporting two primary program areas: Environmental and Real Property. GIS data including SDSFIE structured databases, analysis, and applications developed under this program are critical to informed decision-making, facilities management, environmental stewardship, and operational planning. The GIS Program Manager functions as both a technical expert and project/team leader, ensuring the integrity, accessibility, and effective use of enterprise geospatial resources across the organization. This position supports mission readiness by delivering reliable geospatial information and analysis to guide environmental compliance, infrastructure planning, facilities management, and operational decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in in GIS, geography, computer science, engineering, GIS, a natural resources field or other field closely related to mapping and GIS; OR Associate's degree or two years of college coursework in GIS, geography, computer science, engineering, GIS, a natural resources field or other field closely related field to mapping and GIS AND two (2) or more years of experience in GIS, geography, computer science, engineering, GIS, a natural resources field or other field closely related to mapping and GIS. OR Four (4) or more years of experience in in GIS, geography, computerscience, engineering, GIS, a natural resources field or other field closely related field to mapping and GIS.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordinator for the ArcGIS Enterprise environment and associated ESRI applications
• Creation, maintenance, and publication of digital maps and geospatial products for planning, environmental management, facilities management, emergency response, training support, and leadership decision-making.
• Development of standardized cartographic products, map templates, and geospatial reporting tools
• Providing environmental and natural resources support as needed, including GIS analysis and mapping related to land management, forestry, wetlands, threatened and endangered species, conservation planning, Integrated Natural Resource Management Plan (INRMP) implementation, and environmental compliance activities
• Assisting with wildfire and prescribed fire operations as needed, including mapping support, incident planning, and land management activities
• Web mapping portal development, administration, and enhancement
• GIS data governance, editing standards, and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) processes
• Coordination and support of GIS services across organizational programs and users
• Oversight of GIS projects and coordination with other IT staff in maintaining and updating enterprise datasets and web-based mapping products

Benefits

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior