Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Supervisor (PM26-02)

Brazos-Electric-Power-Cooperative,-Inc.-1; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

401K/403b Plan

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Brazos Electric Power Cooperative, Inc. is seeking an experienced GIS Supervisor in Waco, TX to lead the enterprise GIS strategy and data management, supporting engineering, operations, and executive decision-making. The role emphasizes leadership, program management, and advancing technologies including AI, LiDAR, and Digital Twin.

Your responsibilities include governance, data quality, licensing, vendor management, and cross-department collaboration to expand GIS use across the utility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems or related field.
• 8+ years GIS, geospatial tech, or related experience.
• Electric utility GIS experience preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of leadership or cross-functional leadership.
• Certifications: GISP, Esri Enterprise Administration, ArcGIS Professional; PMP; FAA Part 107 recommended.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the enterprise GIS strategy, standards, governance, and technology roadmap.
• Oversee enterprise geospatial databases, ensuring data quality, security, accuracy, metadata, and disaster recovery.
• Coordinate imagery, GPS, survey, and LiDAR programs.
• Support web and mobile GIS applications and integration with ERP, SCADA, OMS, Asset Management, and engineering systems.
• Evaluate emerging GIS technologies, including AI, drone applications, Utility Network, and Digital Twin capabilities.
• Support executive dashboards, spatial analytics, emergency response, and BI initiatives.
• Lead, coach, and develop GIS employees while establishing goals, priorities, and performance expectations.
• Manage Esri licensing, consultants, vendors, departmental budgets, and technology initiatives.
• Collaborate across departments to improve business processes and expand the effective use of GIS.
• Promote cybersecurity, safety, compliance, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Skills

GIS Leadership

Geospatial Data Management

Spatial Analytics

Project Management

Vendor Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems

Tools

Esri ArcGIS

GIS Databases

Job description

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Supervisor (PM26-02)(Project Management)

With a history dating back to 1941, Brazos Electric has grown and evolved over the years to serve the changing needs of our member-owner co-ops and their customers throughout Texas. Brazos Electric Cooperative provides transmission and distribution services for 16 Texas electric co-ops whose service territory extends across 68 counties from the Texas Panhandle to Houston. Those 16 co-ops are the member-owners of Brazos Electric, and our board of directors is comprised of one representative from each of our member-owners.

Job Skills / Requirements

Help shape the future of GIS at Brazos Electric-Waco, TX

Brazos ElectricPower Cooperative is seeking an experienced GIS Supervisor to lead the Cooperative’s enterprise GIS strategy, geospatial data, mapping services, spatial analytics, and GIS technology. This role will strengthen how GIS supports engineering, operations, construction, project management, asset management, finance, business development, and executive decision-making.

The GIS Supervisor will combine technical expertise, strategic leadership, and people management to advance GIS capabilities and explore emerging technologies such as AI, LiDAR, drones, Utility Network, and Digital Twin solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute the enterprise GIS strategy, standards, governance, and technology roadmap.
• Oversee enterprise geospatial databases, ensuring data quality, security, accuracy, metadata, and disaster recovery.
• Coordinate imagery, GPS, survey, and LiDAR programs.
• Support web and mobile GIS applications and integration with ERP, SCADA, OMS, Asset Management, and engineering systems .
• Evaluate emerging GIS technologies, including AI, drone applications, Utility Network, and Digital Twin capabilities.
• Support executive dashboards, spatial analytics, emergency response, and business intelligence initiatives.
• Lead, coach, and develop GIS employees while establishing goals, priorities, and performance expectations.
• Manage Esri licensing, consultants, vendors, departmental budgets, and technology initiatives.
• Collaborate across departments to improve business processes and expand the effective use of GIS.
• Promote cybersecurity, safety, compliance, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems , or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience.
• Prefer 8 years of progressively responsible GIS, geospatial technology, utility mapping, spatial data management, or related experience .
• Electric utility GIS experience preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of leadership, supervisory, or significant cross-functional leadership experience .
• Relevant military education, technical training, and leadership experience may be considered.

Preferred Certifications: GISP, Esri Enterprise Administration, ArcGIS Professional, PMP; FAA Part 107 certification is recommended.

Brazos Electric Power Cooperative, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The company does not sponsor employment visas, including H-1B visas, and does not participate in student visa training extensions or related employer-supported work authorization programs, including F-1 OPT or STEM OPT, due to administrative limitations.

Additional Information / Benefits

Brazos Electric Power Cooperative, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected status

• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Days
• Paid Holidays
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• 401K/403b Plan
• Educational Assistance