Geographic Information Systems Manager #5-7-149

State-of-Missour; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Missouri is seeking a GIS Manager to lead development and management of GIS teams, software, and strategies. This role supports 15 agencies, manages a team of 18, and oversees GIS infrastructure and applications, including data and databases.

The candidate will collaborate with agency leaders to identify geographic needs, develop geospatial policies, and ensure effective GIS solutions across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Computer Science, Geography, Environmental Science/Geology, or closely related field with strong GIS/IT emphasis.
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience with ESRI ArcGIS platform, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Comprehensive knowledge of spatial data analysis, map design, data management.
• Working knowledge of geodatabases, database design.
• Skills in designing, overseeing, and managing projects.
• Ability to convey technical information and concepts to non-technical staff and stakeholders.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks and/or projects at the same time.
• Ability to define a problem, analyze relevant information, and develop solutions and plans to solve the problem.
• Experienced Supervisor and team-builder who has a history of cultivating a positive and professional work environment.
• Ability to develop and sustain cooperative working relationships.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with technical experts, clients, vendors, and staff.
• Ability to learn and adapt to changing GIS technologies and capabilities.
• Successful background check results are required for employment in this position.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the GIS Team Supervisors and other team members to evaluate and plan organizational GIS needs.
• Oversee the operation and maintenance of the GIS platform, including software updates, data storage, and application development.
• Build relationships with different agency leaders and stakeholders, identifying their geographic needs and recommending ways to integrate location into their business workflows.
• Assist agency leadership in developing geospatial strategies and policies.
• Provide expertise on geospatial issues and advise decision-makers on policy matters related to geographic information.
• Establish and implement standards and policies for managing our ArcOnline and Portal environments.
• Coordinate the dissemination of the State's geospatial data with stakeholders and Missouri's GIS clearinghouse.
• Assist the Chief Information Officer (CIO) with strategic planning and direction.
• Participate in fiscal and contract related activities associated with geospatial infrastructure.
• Represent State of Missouri in state, regional and national GIS activities.

Skills

GIS Management

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

ArcGIS Enterprise

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in GIS/Geography/CS

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

ArcGIS Enterprise

Job description

Job Location:

• The office for this position is located at the Timberlake State Office Building, 1390 Timberlake Manor Pkwy, Chesterfield, MO. 63017.

Why you'll love this position:

The Office of Geospatial Information (OGI) is seeking to fill our GIS Manager position. This position is responsible for the development, implementation, and management of GIS development teams, software, and strategies. It requires someone who can help us communicate the vision of expanding the use of geospatial technology across 15 agencies. You will support a dedicated group of GIS users within the State of Missouri and you will manage a team of 18 who work together to support the GIS infrastructure, provide end user support for GIS software, and develop and maintain GIS applications and the underlying databases.

• Authorization to work in the United States is a prerequisite of employment. The Office of Administration, Information Technology Services Division (ITSD) will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
• The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected or the position is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., shift, security, or years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your paycheck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay.

This position is within the Office of Administration Information Technology Services Division, Office of Geospatial Information (OGI).

ITSD Core Values - We Innovate and Partner with Passion, Respect, and Integrity United as #OneTeam.

• Work closely with the GIS Team Supervisors and other team members to evaluate and plan organizational GIS needs.
• Oversee the operation and maintenance of the GIS platform, including software updates, data storage, and application development.
• Build relationships with different agency leaders and stakeholders, identifying their geographic needs and recommending ways to integrate location into their business workflows.
• Assist agency leadership in developing geospatial strategies and policies.
• Provide expertise on geospatial issues and advise decision-makers on policy matters related to geographic information.
• Establish and implement standards and policies for managing our ArcOnline and Portal environments.
• Coordinate the dissemination of the State's geospatial data with stakeholders and Missouri's GIS clearinghouse.
• Assist the Chief Information Officer (CIO) with strategic planning and direction.
• Participate in fiscal and contract related activities associated with geospatial infrastructure.
• Represent State of Missouri in state, regional and national GIS activities.
• Participate in other GIS activities as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Computer Science, Geography, Environmental Science/Geology, or closely related field with strong GIS/IT emphasis.
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience with ESRI ArcGIS platform, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Comprehensive knowledge of spatial data analysis, map design, data management.
• Working knowledge of geodatabases, database design.
• Skills in designing, overseeing, and managing projects.
• Ability to convey technical information and concepts to non-technical staff and stakeholders.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks and/or projects at the same time.
• Ability to define a problem, analyze relevant information, and develop solutions and plans to solve the problem.
• Experienced Supervisor and team-builder who has a history of cultivating a positive and professional work environment.
• Ability to develop and sustain cooperative working relationships.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with technical experts, clients, vendors, and staff.
• Ability to be self-motivated, exercise independent judgment and act with limited existing guidelines to follow.
• Ability to learn and adapt to changing GIS technologies and capabilities.
• Successful background check results are required for employment in this position. This may include background checks involving a candidate’s name and/or fingerprints and other screenings as needed for the specific position.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

In addition to those identified in the previous levels: Skill in designing, overseeing, and managing projects. Skill in organizing and managing multiple tasks and/or projects. Skill in communicating with technical experts, clients, vendors, and staff.

The classification for this position is Geographic Information Systems Manager.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

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