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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # GIS Analyst III - **Company:** Commonwealth of Kentucky - **Location:** Frankfort, KY, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $73,836.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** HTML, JavaScript (Programming Language), Geographic Information Systems, Apache Tomcat, ArcGIS (Software), ArcSDE, Data Validation, Data Structures, Perl (Programming Language), JSON, Python (Programming Language), Server Administration, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Web Services, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Esri GIS (Software), Data Processing, Warehouse Management Systems, Information Technology, Restful APIs, Lidar - **Published:** June 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=406e6d229b3c2897 ## About the Role Do you have experience in GIS software?, Do you have a Master's degree?, * Expert-level knowledge of LiDAR data processing and analysis * Expert-level knowledge of geospatial imagery data processing and analysis * Expert-level knowledge of spatial topology and feature editing * Expert-level knowledge of data validation and QA/QC using ArcGIS Desktop * Expert-level knowledge of ArcSDE administration * Expert-level knowledge of ArcGIS for Server administration * Proficiency in basic website and web service creation (HTML, Javascript, XML, Python, Perl, Tomcat) * Working knowledge of Esri's web mapping APIs and services (Javascript, REST, SOAP, JSON, WMS, WMTS) * Working knowledge of metadata creation, updating and publishing * Working knowledge of geodatabases (i.e., design, creation, and maintenance) * Geoprocessing Routine Automation (Python and Model Builder) * Basic knowledge of Esri's license server configuration and administration * Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills: * Writing concise emails, using proper grammar and tone * Articulating ideas effectively so that others can easily understand both in meetings or in one-on-one conversations * Speaking in a way that is professional, polished and in a confident manner * Explaining workflows, data structures, and GIS-related solutions to customers Minimum Requirements EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree. Applicant must have successfully completed six semester hours in computer science, data processing, or geographic information system courses. EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Three years experience in a technology or GIS-related field. Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: A master's degree in GIS-related field will substitute for two years of experience. Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional experience in a technology or GIS-related field will substitute for the bachelor's degree requirement on a year-for-year basis OR Related technical or vocational training will substitute for the bachelor's degree requirement on a year-for-year basis. ## Description * Implement and manage complex geospatial data processing and analysis routines * Perform geospatial imagery and LiDAR point cloud processing and analysis * Administer ArcSDE and ArcGIS for Server enterprise instances * Develop and maintain user guidance, technical specifications, and geospatial data standards documents * Provide GIS implementation guidance and assistance to other state agencies * Create, maintain, and publish FGDC-compatible geospatial metadata for the KyGeoNet * Design and implement business process-specific geodatabase schemas * Perform geospatial analysis using ArcGIS and its associated extensions ## Related Videos - [Add Location-based Searching to Site with ElasticSearch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/77-add-location-based-searching-to-site-with-elasticsearch) - [The Resilience of the World Wide Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1281-the-resilience-of-the-world-wide-web) - [How to develop an autonomous car end-to-end: Robotic Drive and the mobility revolution](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/22-how-to-develop-an-autonomous-car-end-to-end-robotic-drive-and-the-mobility-revolution) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [NoLoJS - Avoiding JavaScript Cruft with HTML and CSS - Aaron T. 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