Transportation Specialist I (NSTRI Specialist)

Job ID: 32289
Agency: Department of Transportation / Division of Planning & Engineering
Location: Pierre, SD - Negotiable
Salary: $29.57 - $34.79
Pay Grade: J
Closing Date: 08/18/2025

This is a full-time position with the Department of Transportation. For more information on the Department of Transportation, please visit https://dot.sd.gov/ .

Introduction:
Ready for a rewarding career that provides exciting and meaningful work? Looking for a place that values innovation and teamwork? In need of schedules and benefits that make it possible to both support and enjoy your family?

The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) has a perfect opportunity for you as a NSTRI Specialist!

Job Description:
This position uses Geographic Information System (GIS) technology to manage and maintain roadway attributes and alignments for all public roads in the Non-State Trunk Road Inventory (NSTRI) database and provides expertise to the Department on jurisdictional issues.

Position location is negotiable and has the option to be remote.

What You Bring to the SDDOT:

• Growth mindset
• Vision and creativity
• Team-oriented attitude
• Confident, action-oriented personality
• Attention to detail and a passion for organization
• Commitment to fostering high ethical standards

What the SDDOT Offers:

• Health insurance (zero-cost premium plan, low and high deductible plans, and single and family plans
• Well-being program
• Employee assistance program
• Dental, Vision and Health Savings Account
• Free basic life insurance policy
• Membership in the South Dakota Retirement System with partial state match
• Paid leave (15 vacation days per year)
• Sick leave (14 days per year)
• Paid family leave (12 weeks for birth and adoption of child, equivalent to 40 hours per week)
• Military leave (15 days per year)
• 11 paid holidays
• Longevity pay
• Semimonthly pay periods
• Eligibility for meal per diems

Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include attributing data elements and creating maps in GIS software applications, performing GIS analysis, providing assistance to contractors collecting roadway information, and working with local governments to resolve jurisdictional issues.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge:

• ArcGIS products;
• principles and techniques of Geographic Information Systems;
• standard terminology, techniques, and practices of database management.

Skills:

• perform spatial analysis;
• identify inconsistencies and develop solutions;
• communicate verbally and in writing;
• communicate effectively and professionally;
• adapt to new technologies.

Abilities:

• interpret federal and state regulations;
• display high standards of ethical conduct;
• complete work properly, accurately, and thoroughly;
• prioritize work effectively;
• report project performance status;
• treat customers courteously and be responsive to their needs;
• work cooperatively with others to promote a friendly work environment.

Position Requirements:

A bachelor's degree in Geography, Geographic Information Sciences or a related degree, or experience using Geographic Information Systems and creating GIS products.

Compensation:

The total compensation of Hourly Wage State/Federal Benefits for a typical year for entry level (classification) is approximately $83,439.00 annually.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/ . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=22H
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"