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GIS Specialist roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in geography, computer science, or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll need a signed I-983 training plan before your extension begins.
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Summary
Spire is seeking a GIS Analyst I. This position will work in a team environment to manage assets within Spire’s Enterprise GIS, including digital work order asbuilting, facility maintenance, and assurance of data quality.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Completes engineering designs and cost estimates using GIS for all types of main and service work
- Collects construction activity "as-built", using mobile CPS collection device in the field for creating permanent asset records
- Editing of map features and its correlating attribute data in the GIS
- Performs final quality checks of GIS versioned data before it is posted to the GIS
- Represents Engineering at internal and external project meetings as required
- Field visits to jobsites to determine requirements for service and main work
- Performs a preliminary review of development plans and interfaces with the customer
- Implement and train Engineering staff on new work processes for the GIS mapping system
- Distribute and update the maps for other departments of the company as requested
- Distribute and approve the requests for the acquisition and release of easements as well as the vacation of rights-of-way
- Perform pipeline safety compliance related GIS analysis as directed by Manager
- All other duties as assigned
Essential Characteristics
- Ability to lead by example in support of the Company’s essential characteristics and values: strong ethics and integrity, dedication to a safe work environment, commitment to a diverse workforce that recognizes and respects every individual’s unique skills and perspectives
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Ability to adapt in a fast-moving and changing culture
- Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to build and establish rapport with a diverse array of people
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in order to meet individual goals and deadlines
- Ability to work as part of a team and display a positive attitude
Supervisory Responsibilities
N/A
Required Education (certifications, licenses)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Geography or related field.
- Valid driver’s license
Required knowledge, skill and abilities
- Basic understanding of ESRI software.
- Gas or other utility experience preferred.
Physical demands, environment and schedule
- Work can be performed in an office, and/or field setting where ongoing exposure to the elements may occur.
- Typically 7:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., Monday through Friday
- Overtime and/or travel may be required
Company Overview
We are committed to understanding the needs of the homes and businesses we serve. That's why we're always looking for driven, collaborative people to join our team. Because we believe that offering our customers the best service means bringing together the best people.
And we find the best by hiring those who share our values of safety, inclusion and integrity, and demonstrate the competencies that bring the Spire vision, mission and culture to life:
- Adaptability: We embrace change, continuously seeking opportunities for improvement while remaining open-minded and flexible in response to evolving conditions and customer, stakeholder and company needs.
- Collaboration: We achieve more together through a foundation of respect, embracing healthy conflict, actively seeking and providing actionable feedback and fostering an environment where everyone’s input is welcomed.
- Ownership: We see things through, demonstrate accountability, honor commitments, take responsibility for outcomes and demonstrate initiative.
By living our values and competencies, we strive to create an environment where employees feel welcome, respected and valued.
Posting Requirements
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Posting requirements: The above posting description is intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Spire, Inc., and its subsidiaries are Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all areas, including but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, selection, training, education, compensation, benefits, promotion, job transfer, upgrading, separation and recall regardless of the individual’s race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, and/or other protected categories under all Federal, State, and local laws. For more information, please view our Integrity and Inclusion pages of our career site.
Job Req ID: 11817
Job Location: St Louis
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Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's CIP code is on the USCIS STEM OPT designated degree list. Geography, geospatial science, and computer science degrees commonly qualify, but your DSO confirms your specific code before filing.
Search for E-Verify enrolled employers
Before accepting an offer, confirm the employer is actively enrolled in E-Verify, not just registered. Ask HR for their E-Verify company ID and cross-check it through the E-Verify employer search tool.
Target GIS roles at government contractors
Federal contractors are legally required to use E-Verify, making them reliable STEM OPT employers. Defense, infrastructure, and environmental contractors routinely hire GIS Specialists and already have compliant I-983 onboarding processes in place.
Build a portfolio around geospatial data workflows
Employers evaluating STEM OPT candidates want evidence of hands-on GIS output. Showcase projects using ArcGIS, QGIS, or Python-based spatial analysis that map directly to the technical scope described in O*NET for this occupation.
Use Migrate Mate to filter GIS jobs by sponsorship history
Searching broad job boards wastes time on employers who won't sponsor. Migrate Mate filters GIS Specialist listings by verified DOL filing history, so you see employers who have actually supported work authorization for this role.
Draft your I-983 training plan before your offer closes
STEM OPT requires a detailed I-983 outlining your learning objectives and supervisor responsibilities. Having a draft ready lets your employer review and sign quickly, reducing the gap between offer acceptance and your extension start date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a geography or geospatial science degree qualify for the STEM OPT extension for GIS Specialist roles?
Geography, geospatial science, and computer science degrees typically appear on the USCIS STEM OPT designated degree list, but eligibility depends on the specific CIP code assigned to your degree by your school, not the degree title alone. Your DSO can confirm whether your CIP code qualifies before you file Form I-765 for the extension.
What E-Verify requirement applies to employers hiring me as a GIS Specialist on STEM OPT?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT extension begins. Enrollment alone isn't enough if the specific hiring site or business unit isn't covered. Verify the employer's active E-Verify status before accepting an offer, because USCIS requires this as a condition of approving your extension.
What should my I-983 training plan include for a GIS Specialist position?
Your I-983 must describe specific learning objectives tied to your GIS role, such as spatial data analysis, cartographic production, or database management. It must name a qualifying supervisor, outline how the work relates to your STEM degree, and include evaluation checkpoints. Your employer signs it, and your DSO countersigns before you submit.
How does cap-gap protection work if my H-1B is selected while I'm on STEM OPT as a GIS Specialist?
If your H-1B visa petition is filed and your employer requests a change of status for October 1, cap-gap protection automatically extends your STEM OPT work authorization through September 30. You can keep working in your GIS role without interruption. USCIS confirms cap-gap eligibility through the I-797 receipt notice from your employer's petition.
Where can I find GIS Specialist jobs where the employer is already set up to hire STEM OPT students?
Use Migrate Mate to search GIS Specialist roles filtered by employers with verified DOL labor condition application filing history. This approach surfaces employers who have actively supported work authorization for similar technical roles, saving you time that would otherwise go toward screening employers who aren't set up for the STEM OPT process.