State of Oregon · 16 hours ago
GIS Data Steward
Salem, OR
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$5,173/mo - $7,818/mo
3+ years expThe State of Oregon is seeking a GIS Data Steward to manage GIS data within the Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) Enterprise environment and Microsoft SQL Server. The role involves supporting the GIS needs of the agency, organizing GIS data, and implementing metadata standards for data governance.
GovernmentNon ProfitPublic SafetySocial
No H1B
Responsibilities
Support the management of DSL’s spatial data
Support the management of DSL’s ESRI Enterprise system
Develop and maintain meta data for GIS datasets
Support the organization and storage of GIS data and project files
Support the management of acquired external referential GIS data used by DSL GIS users
Support the development and management of datasets for field collection using data collection best practices to ensure high integrity and reportable data
Develop and maintain automated data processing tasks via ESRI tools, database procedures, or programming languages like Python
Qualification
Required
Three (3) Years Of Information Systems Experience In Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
An Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Natural Resource related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or Natural Resource related field
One (1) Year Of Information Systems Experience In Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Preferred
Excellent communication skills for working with technical and non-technical stakeholders, and can collaborate effectively for coordinating across departments
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret spatial data, troubleshoot discrepancies, and conduct thorough data auditing and reporting to ensure accuracy and integrity
Experience implementing data governance policies and best practices through the understanding of data lifecycle management (creation, maintenance, archival) and a commitment to data accuracy, consistency, and completeness
Proficiency with desktop GIS software such as ESRI ArcGIS, business intelligence software for visualizing data
Proficiency in data management tools (e.g., ArcGIS, SQL databases, Python, FME)
Proactive and resourceful, capable of managing competing tasks, organized, and ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic setting by working independently
Willingness to stay current with GIS trends and emerging technologies and ability to adapt to evolving data governance frameworks
Benefits
95% to 99% of medical insurance premiums paid by the agency for full-time employees, including mental health coverage.
Accrue 8 hours of sick leave and 8 hours of vacation leave per month, with your vacation leave accruals increasing every 5 years.
Receive 11 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, 3 personal business days and other employee benefits such as optional insurances and flexible spending plans.
Automatically enroll into the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) after 6 months of full-time service.
Company
State of Oregon
Official LinkedIn page for the state of Oregon. Oregon is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
William Wise
Chief Executive Officer
Kate Nass
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-05-04
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