Geographic Information System (GIS) Professional IV

State of Vermont•Colchester, VT

1d•Hybrid

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 GIS, geography, computer science or other closely related field AND two (2) or more years of experience in GIS, geography, computer science, or other closely related field.
OR Associate's degree or two (2) years of college coursework in GIS, geography, computer science, or other closely related field AND four (4) or more years of experience in in GIS, geography, computer science, or other closely related field.
OR Six (6) or more years of experience in in GIS, geography, computer science, or other closely related field.

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
11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
State defined benefit pension plan
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