Job ID: 31780 Agency: Department of Transportation / Division of Planning & Engineering Location: Pierre SD Salary: $29.57 - $34.79 Pay Grade: J Closing Date: 06/30/2025
This is a full-time position with the Department of Transportation. For more information on the Department of Transportation please visit .
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.
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.
Compensation: The total compensation of Hourly Wage State/Federal Benefits for a typical year for entry level (classification) is approximately $83439.00 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 . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online: You must apply online emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted. South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email:
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