Office of Energy – State Energy Office
The Office of Energy (OEN) strategically guides Louisiana’s energy landscape through thoughtful policy development, innovative technology integration, and comprehensive energy planning. The Office fosters innovation through partnerships, supports grant administration, and facilitates outreach and education activities. By promoting renewable and efficient energy solutions, the Office aligns energy development with Louisiana’s economic growth and environmental resilience goals, advancing the state’s energy future through strategic collaborations and informed policy decisions.
This GIS Analyst is located in the Land Administration Division within the Office of Energy, in Baton Rouge, LA. The GIS Analyst 1, 2, or 3 performs geographic mapping services in support of the GIS program within the Department of Conservation and Energy. This position performs advanced-level GIS work and is primarily responsible for mapping and GIS data, and providing assistance to agency stakeholders as it relates to the GIS program.
Two years of experience in using geographic information systems (GIS), using digital mapping and/or surveying technology, or in aerial photography; OR
Twelve semester hours in a computer science, GIS, or geospatial field plus one year of experience in using geographic information systems, using digital mapping and/or surveying technology, or in aerial photography; OR
A bachelor’s degree with twelve semester hours in a computer science, GIS, or geospatial field.
Going forward, OEN integrates program development, rulemaking, stakeholder engagement, and energy planning into a single hub that drives Louisiana’s energy future. It develops policy, manages data and statistics, and conducts fiscal and risk analyses to guide enforcement priorities, emphasizing protection of good operators, risk-based resource allocation, and solution-oriented compliance. The office oversees communications, public engagement, intergovernmental affairs, and coalition-building, ensuring transparency and alignment with state and federal initiatives. At the same time, OEN manages federal energy grants, supports permitting of renewable assets, and advances grid resilience, microgrids, hydrogen, and other emerging technologies. By embedding energy expertise across C&E, OEN balances traditional oil and gas development with renewable growth, fosters partnerships with universities, industry, and local governments, and builds public awareness of Louisiana’s evolving energy landscape.
Job Duties:
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
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Reviews, analyzes, and generates maps, location plats, and other GIS imagery in support of a designated office within C&E or as assigned by GIS Manager
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Downloads GIS data from SONRIS and other databases
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Supports a designated office within C&E with technical, regulatory, and administrative matters pertaining to GIS data capture, analysis, presentations, and work products
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Receives/processes GIS data submitted by stakeholders
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Creates and maintains metadata associated with various GIS datasets as needed
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Attends workshops, seminars, and training to develop and maintains familiarity with GIS software and standards
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational and Promotional
Career Progression: This position does participate in a Career Progression Group GIS Analyst 1, 2, or 3.
Work Schedule: Work hours are flexible.
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a Conservation Enforcement Specialist 1, 2, or 3 depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant. Please refer to the “Job Specifications” tab located at the top of the LA Careers “Current Job Opportunities” page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications, and job concepts for each level.
This vacancy is being announced as a classified position and is open to all qualified applicants. This position requires the selected applicant to serve a minimum probationary period of twelve (12) months. A current, permanent status state employee may be required to accept a probational appointment in lieu of promotion. Additional Vacancies may be filled from this announcement within 90 days of the closing date.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
- Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Human Resources
Department of Conservation and Energy
PO Box 94396
Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9396
Email: [email protected]
