Geographic Information Outreach Coordinator
100% Remote, IN, US, 46204
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.
About Indiana Geographic Information Office (IGIO):
The IGIO facilitates the development, maintenance, distribution, and use of comprehensive statewide geographic data and geospatial technology to empower governments, universities, and businesses to address issues affecting Indiana’s physical, economic, and social well-being. We:
- Coordinate geospatial efforts between and among units of the federal, state, and local governments.
- Integrate GIS data developed and maintained by state agencies and political subdivisions into a statewide base map.
- Develop and maintain statewide framework data layers associated with a statewide base map (orthoimagery, elevation, cadastre/parcels, PLSS, geodetic controls, addresses, street centerlines, government boundaries, and many more
Salary:
This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $61,022. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.
Role Overview:
GIS Outreach Coordinators focus on their local area to represent the IGIO to county and local governments and stakeholders across other sectors. The coordinators support and advance the IGIO’s programs and projects which include the award-winning Data Harvest program, the Imagery & Elevation programs, and the IndianaMap open data portal. Your initial priority will be the Data Harvest program and related coordination with local governments to improve the quality of the data, the processes by which the data is maintained and provided to the state, and the frequency of updates. You will create, foster, and support relationships with stakeholders and serve as a local resource for IGIO-related questions.
Key outcomes for these roles are:
- Work with the GIO, Deputy GIOs, and fellow Outreach Coordinators to prioritize tasks and contacts, set the vision, and document information gathered during outreach efforts.
- Establish and maintain a network of local stakeholders and participate in relevant local user group meetings.
- Promote the IGIO’s programs.
These positions require:
- A strong knowledge of GIS and data standards. Experience with NENA’s NG-9-1-1 standard.
- Attention to detail.
- In-depth knowledge of GIS software, such as Esri’s suite of products or QGIS.
- Excellent communication skills.
This is a remote position that will serve northern Indiana. Residency within the assigned region is highly preferred. You may occasionally travel to Indianapolis for agency and coordinating meetings.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
- Represent the IGIO when meeting with stakeholders.
- Inform stakeholders of the programs the IGIO provides.
- Represent the IGIO at conferences. When applicable, present and man booth.
- Coordinate with the rest of the team.
- Conduct geographic information system (GIS) program activities, utilizing GIS hardware and software to produce maps, spatial databases, and thematic data.
- Document procedures, validate data for accuracy and completeness, and produce maps of the resulting information.
- Evaluate information and data from outside sources to determine the quality of the data.
- Coordinate and communicate on the sharing of spatial data and maintain public-facing web maps and applications hosted in the GIO Enterprise.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
What You'll Need for Success:
- Working knowledge of and the ability to make practical application of geography, cartography, GIS software and tools, and principles, practices, terminology, and technology of GIS.
- Ability to create spatial and related data.
- Knowledge of database concepts, such as versioning, keys, and schemas.
- Basic understanding of data collection processes and challenges, including sourced data from services, downloads, or other delivery methods.
- Ability to integrate spatial data from several sources, identify clean and unusable data, and solve a process for cleaning the data.
- Ability to configure map, feature, and image services based on customer use and ESRI best practices, to achieve optimal performance.
- Ability to change one’s mind easily if given sufficient evidence and adopt the scientific method to solve problems.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
- Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
- 150 hours of paid new parent leave
- Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
- Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
- 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parking for most positions
- Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected].
The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.
Nearest Major Market: Indianapolis
