Transportation Planner 9-P11 (GIS Developer) Bureau of Field Services
At the Bureau of Field Services (BFS), our success is powered by our devotion to innovation and providing leading edge services and solutions. Our culture is what makes our bureau a rewarding place to work. We strive to promote and encourage our employees’ best qualities, which cultivates a positive and diverse team. As a bureau, we pursue avenues that lead to increased safety and efficiency in Michigan’s highway programs on behalf of our co-workers, friends, and families, driven by our celebration of successes and strides made in the workplace. Our team is seeking a Transportation Planner, Transportation/GIS Developer for our Bureau of Field Services Team. We are looking for someone who can embrace the challenges of meeting our goals and exceeding the standards!
This position researches, develops, and implements Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology to support Bureau of Field Services (BFS) staff in a variety of ways including, but not limited to, creating thematic maps, building dynamic mapping and information services using ArcGIS software technology, and providing GIS troubleshooting and maintenance.
The position coordinates with other GIS developers statewide utilizing compatible methods and techniques required to complete projects that involve BFS input. This position is responsible for completing a variety of professional assignments using specific technical tools and applications including, but not limited to, GIS, Computer-aided Design (CAD), and field data collection equipment to document and analyze assets supported by BFS staff. This includes producing GIS models for developing, analyzing, and managing asset performance.
The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate at the entry (9) level through the maximum rate at the experienced (P11) level. Based on education and experience, candidates will be reviewed to determine what level they are qualified for.
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Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered.
For information on benefits, visit www.mi.gov/employeebenefits or www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major with at least 30 semester (45 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: planning (city, community, environmental, regional, and/or urban), environmental studies and/or sustainability, engineering, statistics, mathematics, geography, geographic/geospatial information systems, logistics and/or supply chain management, or economics.
Experience
Transportation Planner 9
No specific type or amount is required.
Transportation Planner 10
One year of professional experience in the planning and assessment of transportation planner systems equivalent to a Transportation Planner 9.
Transportation Planner P11
Two years of professional experience in the planning and assessment of transportation planner systems equivalent to a Transportation Planner, including one year equivalent to a Transportation Planner 10.
Additional Requirements and Information
To be considered for this position you must:
- Possess a valid drivers license
- If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application. Click here for the State of Michigan (SOM) definition of an Official College Transcript. Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents. Civil Service accepts evaluations from organizations listed on the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc.
View the entire job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/T/TransportationPlanner.pdf (Download PDF reader)
All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.
The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.
If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Ashley Parsons at parsonsa2@michigan.gov