Commonwealth of Kentucky – Frankfort, KY, United States | Posted: 2025-07-29
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**The Kentucky Infrastructure Authority (KIA)** is hiring a **GIS Analyst III** to support statewide water and wastewater infrastructure mapping under the **Water Resources Information System (WRIS)**. This is a hybrid role (up to 2 remote days/week) based in **Frankfort, KY**, offering a monthly salary of **$5,768.44 – $7,787.38**.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Edit, analyze, and manage water infrastructure data using ArcGIS tools.
- Coordinate mapping programs with Area Development Districts (ADDs) and state partners.
- Design and maintain complex geodatabases including metadata and governance.
- Create and publish GIS feature services, dashboards, and mobile/web applications.
- Perform data analysis, quality control, troubleshooting, and stakeholder engagement.
- Implement automation via Python, ArcGIS Notebooks, and command-line tools.
**Geodatabase & Application Focus Areas:**
- Design and maintenance of ArcGIS file and enterprise geodatabases.
- Spatial data publishing and map/dashboard creation via ArcGIS Online.
- Data loading, QA/QC, and WRIS platform integration.
**Required Qualifications:**
- Bachelor’s degree with at least **6 semester hours** in GIS or computer science.
- Minimum **3 years** of professional GIS or technology experience.
**Substitutions:**
- Master’s degree in a GIS-related field = substitute for 2 years of experience.
- Relevant technical or vocational training can substitute for education year-for-year.
**Ideal Traits:**
- Highly analytical, customer-focused, collaborative, solution-oriented.
- Strong communicator with experience in geospatial infrastructure systems.
**Working Conditions:**
- Primarily office-based with flexibility for **2 days remote per week**.
- Initial 6-month probationary period applies.
**To Apply or Inquire:**
Contact: **Sandy Williams**
Email: **Sandy.williams@ky.gov**
Phone: **502-892-3088**
**Employer Statement:**
The Commonwealth of Kentucky is an **Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D)** committed to diversity and inclusion in all hiring practices.