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Natural Resources Systems & GIS Coordinator

State Of Wyoming

Job Location:

Cheyenne, WY - USA

Monthly Salary: m 6612 - 7347

Posted: 17 June 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 1 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Our busy office is seeking a dynamic driven team member to lead information technology (IT) initiatives Geographic Information Systems (GIS) management procurement and inventory oversight. This position plays a critical role in supporting agency-wide project management with a heavy focus on asset management and information technology systems. To be successful candidates must possess a strong knowledge of Natural Resources as it relates directly to IT and GIS usage and data. As the agencys primary GIS expert you will manage GIS base layers data oversee enterprise and GIS licensing and serve as the main troubleshooting contact for GIS software issues upgrades and staff assistance.

A major focus of this position involves procurement and contract management. You will be responsible for drafting and writing Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Information (RFIs) which requires a sharp ability to interpret complex technical terms clearly communicate development needs to vendors and ultimately ensure that the final product is usable and effective for agency staff. This position reports to the agency IT Manager you will assist with budget preparation and tracking provide project management oversight to division staff for software development projects and manage the purchasing and tracking of all agency assets.

This role is ideal for a highly detail-oriented professional with exceptional written and verbal communication skills who enjoys working with others. You must be able to successfully communicate and translate technical concepts to audiences that may or may not have technical expertise. Additionally you will ensure agency compliance by understanding the technology standards and reporting requirements for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Surface Mining and Reclamation (OSMRE) and Wyoming Enterprise Technology Services (ETS). In this capacity you will draft and update agency IT-related policies in alignment with federal and state guidelines and educate staff on these new requirements.

Please note that this position requires both in-state and out-of-state travel.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance
Paid vacation sick leave FMLA and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

GIS Expertise
- Serve as the agencys subject matter expert for Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Currently using ESRI software products.
- Manage GIS base layers data and enterprise licensing.
- Act as the primary contact for GIS software issues updates and staff assistance
- Offer training through ESRI online courses.
Procurement & Contract Management
- Draft write and manage Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Information (RFIs).
- Interpret complex technical terms to clearly communicate development needs to external vendors.
- Ensure final products delivered by vendors are highly functional and user-friendly for agency staff.
IT Support & Project Management
- Provide project management and oversight to division staff for software development projects.
- Assist the agency IT Manager with budget preparation tracking and contract management.
- Provide staff support on agency-specific products and applications.
Asset & Inventory Control
- Oversee the purchasing tracking and management of all agency IT assets and enterprise licenses.
Policy Compliance & Education
- Draft and update agency IT-related policies in alignment with state and federal guidelines.
- Ensure compliance with technology standards and reporting requirements for the EPA OSMRE and Wyoming ETS.
- Educate and train agency staff on new technical and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference will be given to those staff with strong and successful experience within IT project management budget planning Microsoft products to include SharePoint and an ESRI background.

KNOWLEDGE:

Technical Knowledge

Natural Resources IT/GIS: Proven understanding of how IT and GIS usage/data apply directly to natural resource management.
Compliance Standards: Familiarity with or ability to quickly learn technology standards for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Surface Mining and Reclamation (OSMRE) and Wyoming Enterprise Technology Services (ETS).

Core Skills

Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. You must be able to successfully translate complex concepts for both technical vendors and non-technical internal staff.
Attention to Detail: Highly organized with a strong focus on accuracy in procurement budgeting and data management.
Procurement Rules: Solid understanding of formal purchasing processes including the ability to draft review and manage RFPs and RFIs in compliance with official regulations.
Estimating Software Development Projects: Ability to accurately scope forecast timelines and estimate resource needs for agency software initiatives.
Asset Management: ability to learn tracking auditing and managing the lifecycle of agency IT inventory and enterprise software licenses.
GIS ESRI Suite: Technical proficiency with ESRI software to manage update and troubleshoot the agencys primary mapping applications.
Basic GIS Layers & Support: Ability to maintain base layer data and provide reliable troubleshooting and technical support to GIS users.
Computer Systems & Database Interactions: A fundamental understanding of how core IT systems operate and how databases interact with agency applications.
Customer Support: A genuine enjoyment of working with people and a willingness to listen patiently. You must be able to support scientists and specialists who are highly technical in their own fields but may struggle to explain their IT needs in computer-technical terms acting as a collaborative translator to solve their problems.
Microsoft SharePoint & Office Suite: Everyday proficiency in utilizing SharePoint for collaboration and document control alongside standard Office applications.
Understanding of Federal & State Laws: Ability to interpret apply and align agency IT practices and development with relevant state and federal statutory requirements.
Records Management & Retention: Ability to learn quickly the data preservation standards to ensure agency records are properly stored archived and legally compliant.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree (typically in The Sciences)

Experience:

1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Analyst

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Analyst

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Fast-paced busy office environment.
Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
This position requires in-state and possible out-of-state travel.

NOTES:

FLSA: Exempt
The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality may use a video interview as a mandatory first step of our process. If chosen for a video interview you will receive an email with all the necessary information to complete the process.

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