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    Posted 1 week ago

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    Job ID: JN -052026-571643

GIS Analyst

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    Frankfort, Kentucky

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    Contract

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    Hybrid

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    Infrastructure Management

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    $30.00 - $45.00/hr

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    $30.00 - $45.00

Job Description

GIS Analyst (Mid-Level, Contractor)
Hybrid Role (Primarily Remote, Occasional In-Person Meetings in Kentucky)
Contract: Renewable One-Year Term
Compensation: $20 per hour

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) Office of Information Technology is seeking a mid-level GIS Analyst (Contractor) with 4–6 years of experience to support the development and maintenance of GIS applications and data workflows. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, working directly with customers, and contributing to innovative GIS solutions within a fast-paced, collaborative team environment. The position is primarily remote, with occasional in-person meetings as needed, and offers a renewable one-year contract. Our team is known for strong retention and a supportive, team-oriented culture, with opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and leadership development.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Support the creation and maintenance of web maps and GIS applications using ESRI technologies, including custom applications as needed
  • Assist with ArcGIS Online (AGOL), ArcGIS Server, and mobile GIS tools
  • Perform GIS analysis, data editing, troubleshooting, and quality control
  • Work with customers to understand needs and deliver appropriate GIS-based solutions
  • Translate business needs into technical requirements and support solution delivery
  • Provide user guidance, training, and technical support to customers and team members
  • Support established data standards, workflows, and assist with documentation and metadata
  • Assist with FME workflows, support existing automations, and contribute to data automation processes
  • Assist with scripting tasks (Python, Arcade, or similar languages) and basic modifications to automation scripts
  • Contribute to team-based problem solving, knowledge sharing, and solution development
  • Communicate clearly with team members, customers, and non-technical stakeholders
  • Manage multiple tasks, adjust priorities as needed, and thrive in a collaborative, remote-first environment

WHAT YOU BRING

  • 3–5 years of experience in GIS analysis, support, or application development (4–6 years preferred)
  • Proficiency with ESRI tools (ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Pro required)
  • Experience with ESRI web maps and basic app configuration (mobile and browser-based)
  • Experience with GIS data editing, management, and quality control
  • Exposure to ArcGIS Server environments (preferred)
  • Basic experience with FME or willingness to learn and support FME workflows
  • Ability to write and debug basic scripts in Python, Arcade, or similar languages
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills; ability to contribute to solutions and learn new technical skills
  • Effective communication skills with team members, customers, and non-technical collaborators
  • Ability to translate business needs into technical requirements and provide clear technical information to diverse audiences
  • Customer-focused, responsive, and helpful in supporting user needs and delivering practical solutions
  • Team-oriented, collaborative, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment; able to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities
  • Willingness to learn, grow, and contribute to team leadership and knowledge sharing
  • Ability to support documentation, metadata, and internal knowledge sharing
  • Comfortable asking questions to clarify requirements and building relationships with other departments and branches

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

  • Remote-first work environment with occasional in-person collaboration
  • Team-oriented, supportive culture with strong retention and mentorship
  • Opportunities for professional growth in GIS, automation, and enterprise systems
  • Leadership development and advancement opportunities
  • Renewable one-year contract with potential for long-term engagement

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

  • Resume
  • Three professional references

Disclaimer: Brooksource, Medasource, and Calculated Hire are part of the Eight Eleven Group family of companies and operate under Eight Eleven Group, LLC. All employees receive the same benefits, policies, and terms of employment.

EEO:
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Benefits & Perks:
Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.

Pay Disclaimer:
The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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