Senior Data and Insights Officer (GIS)

Durham County Council; Spennymoor; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working (home and office)

27 days leave rising to 32 after 5 yrs

Local Government Pension Scheme

Job summary

Durham County Council is seeking a Senior Data and Insights Officer to lead its enterprise GIS environment. You will guide geospatial solutions across services, helping colleagues make informed, evidence-based decisions.

You will develop and deliver GIS solutions using ESRI platforms, support databases, and mentor team members while driving continuous improvement and innovation.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject area, or substantial experience.
• Experience delivering enterprise GIS solutions across desktop, web and server.
• Experience with ESRI technologies in an enterprise environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the management and improvement of the Corporate GIS.
• Lead the analysis, design, development, testing, and implementation of GIS applications and services.
• Design and support web mapping applications using ArcGIS tools.
• Manage corporate spatial datasets and GIS services.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to colleagues.

Skills

GIS professional

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

Education

Degree or equivalent in GIS/ICT

Tools

ArcGIS Enterprise

ArcGIS Server

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

ArcGIS Experience Builder

Instant Apps

Job description

Help shape the future of geospatial intelligence at Durham County Council.

We have an exciting vision for transforming how data, business intelligence and location intelligence are used across the Council. Through investment in our enterprise data and GIS platforms, we are creating innovative solutions that support better decision-making, improved services and stronger outcomes for our communities.

If you are looking for an opportunity to influence the future of enterprise GIS within one of the largest local authorities in the country, we'd love to hear from you.

WHAT IS INVOLVED?

As a Senior Data and Insights Officer, you will provide specialist technical expertise, leadership and support for the Council's enterprise GIS environment. Working across a diverse range of services, you will help develop and deliver geospatial solutions that enable colleagues to make informed, evidence-based decisions.

• Assist in the management, development and continuous improvement of the Council's Corporate GIS.
• Lead the analysis, design, development, testing and implementation of GIS applications, systems and services.
• Develop solutions using the ESRI platform, including ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.
• Design and support web mapping applications using tools such as ArcGIS Experience Builder and Instant Apps.
• Manage and maintain corporate spatial datasets, GIS services and geodatabases.
• Support the administration, monitoring and optimisation of GIS servers, databases and web services.
• Work with customers and stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into practical GIS and business intelligence solutions.
• Lead and contribute to GIS projects, service improvements and transformation initiatives.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring and support to colleagues.

We encourage you to contact Sammy Hicks, Team Leader - GIS & BI, via email at [e-mail] to arrange an informal discussion about the role.

WHAT WILL I NEED?

We are looking for an enthusiastic, customer-focused GIS professional with substantial experience delivering enterprise GIS solutions.

You will have experience of:

• Working with ESRI technologies in an enterprise environment, including ArcGIS Enterprise/Server, ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.
• Developing and supporting GIS solutions across desktop, web and server environments.
• GIS systems administration, configuration and support.
• Spatial database and geodatabase design, administration and maintenance.
• Delivering technical solutions to complex GIS or ICT challenges.
• Managing projects and working collaboratively with customers and stakeholders.
• Communicating complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Knowledge of SQL, cloud technologies, ETL processes, data integration, AI and emerging technologies would be advantageous.

You will be a proactive and innovative problem solver with a passion for using geospatial technology to deliver business value. You will be comfortable working independently, leading projects and collaborating with colleagues across the organisation to drive continuous improvement and innovation.

A degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject area, or substantial experience appropriate to the role, is essential. Relevant GIS or ICT professional qualifications are desirable.

Please refer to the attached Person Specification for the full criteria.

INTERVIEWS

Interviews will be held on week commencing 5th October 2026

We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.

OUR OFFER TO YOU

We offer a competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 after five years’ continuous local government service), membership of the excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of flexible working arrangements including hybrid working (home and office) where applicable. Explore the full range of rewards and benefits on our website

Rewards and benefits are subject to individual terms and conditions.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION

We are a proud equal opportunities employer and believe a diverse workforce brings fresh ideas and drives service improvement. We welcome applications from everyone and make employment decisions based on skills and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we actively encourage applications from disabled and neurodivergent people and offer support throughout the recruitment process.

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