GIS Administrator

City of Denton; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Employee health clinic

Paid vacation & holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

The City of Denton is seeking a GIS professional to develop, implement, and manage GIS data, maintain spatial databases, and support system integrations. You will guide internal stakeholders, coach staff on best practices, and help ensure data quality and integrity across division projects.

Responsibilities include designing and maintaining GIS database applications, coordinating with Technology Services, and supporting city electric utility GIS needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Applied Science, or related field.
• Three (3) years' experience in developing, implementing, and maintaining GIS data, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and maintain GIS data and schema across division databases.
• Coordinate GIS projects and liaise with stakeholders to meet deadlines.
• Train and supervise staff; ensure data quality, QC procedures, and SOP adherence.
• Create and maintain GIS maps documenting infrastructure for internal/external use.

Skills

Python

Arcade

HTML

SQL

GIS data modeling

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in GIS or related field

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

ArcGIS Enterprise

ArcGIS Field Maps

Survey123

Experience Builder

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Responsible for developing, implementing, and managing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, including the design and maintenance of spatial databases, network topology, and system integrations to ensure accurate, high-quality asset data. Provide GIS analysis, technical support, and guidance to internal stakeholders, while monitoring and coaching staff in GIS best practices and standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

DUTIES

• Manage the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of the Division GIS database applications including but not limited to schema, domains, feature classes, and infrastructure information.
• Meet with internal stakeholders to identify needs, review priorities, and assist with issue resolution.
• Coordinate GIS projects and tasks to align with stakeholder needs and meet deadline requirements.
• Assist with monitoring, training, and evaluating staff performance.
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control (QC) procedures, standard processes, and workflows to ensure data integrity and management of the GIS data and GIS database.
• Recommend and establish standard operating procedures (SOPs) for GIS workflows, GIS data development and maintenance, and map production services.
• Ensure recommendations and procedures align with applicable policies and guidelines.
• Perform analyses to solve complex spatial problems and use innovative solutions to improve efficiencies.
• Create and maintain GIS maps showing division infrastructure location; generate maps for internal and external stakeholders documenting existing division infrastructure.
• Research and stay up to date on latest GIS technologies, innovations, and GIS database maintenance best practices.
• Collect and maintain accurate geospatial data related to infrastructure.
• Complete GIS data entry, data validation and perform maintenance of current GIS databases.
• Provide GIS technical support and training to internal stakeholders; verify understanding of subject material.
• Create and maintain statistical reports for data tracking and planning purposes; organize and sort GIS data for distribution to internal and external stakeholders.
• Design, coordinate, and prepare presentations of the GIS databases, as appropriate for project.
• Provide departmental support for City Council requests, public information requests, and preparation of agenda items and presentation materials, as needed.

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

• Coordinate GIS database administration with Technology Services department.
• Develop and implement complex macro-level commands to meet high priority GIS needs.

DENTON MUNICIPAL ELECTRIC

• Coordinate GIS database administration with Technology Services department, third-party cloud providers, business partners, and vendors.
• Develop and execute high-level, automated commands and scripts to support critical GIS functions.
• Maintain GIS data to map and manage the City’s electric utility network.
• Maintain and configure Electric specific GIS applications

SUPERVISORY/BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES

• None.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Applied Science, or related field; and,
• Three (3) years' experience in developing, implementing, and maintaining GIS data, or related field;

OR

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local Government laws, ordinances, and regulations.
• Knowledge of GPS data security principles, data collection, devices, and data processing.
• Knowledge of GIS data integration with third party systems.
• Knowledge of Python, Arcade, HTML, and SQL programming languages.
• Knowledge of managing, deploying, and optimizing ArcGIS Enterprise environments and spatial data workflows within a cloud infrastructure.
• Skill in complex problem solving; identifying problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Skill in analyzing and researching, interpreting and understanding policies, laws, and regulations, and to provide workable recommendations and solutions that maintain compliance.
• Skill in performing mathematical and statistical calculations with accuracy.
• Skill at the advanced level in ESRI ArcGIS Products, including but not limited to ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Skill at the advanced level in ESRI Field Maps, Survey123, dashboards, and Experience Builder applications.
• Skill at the advanced level, working with applicable Microsoft Office 365 products.
• Skill in providing exceptional service to internal and external customers.
• Ability to read as-builts/plan sets/construction plans to create and manipulate GIS data.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in oral and written forms, for the needs of the audience.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and confidentiality.
• Ability to motivate, mentor and train through direct and indirect influence.
• Ability to work independently to manage multiple work tasks while balancing competing priorities with attention to detail and in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to develop, understand, interpret, and apply rules, policies, and procedures operations.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Must have and maintain a valid Class “C” Driver’s License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class “C” driver’s license and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law).
• Must pass a drug test, driver’s license check, criminal history background check, employment history verification, and social security number verification.

SAFETY

• Ensure equipment is in safe operating condition; perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment, as appropriate and/or notify leadership immediately of needed repairs.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing; operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Promptly report unsafe conditions in the work area and/or any conditions that are not immediately correctable to leadership.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Safety Sensitive (Subject to random drug testing): No.
• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office and GIS software equipment, including computer and peripherals.
• Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
• Lifting: Lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
• Environment: Works in an office setting; occasionally requires irregular and/or prolonged hours.
• Travel: Travels to City of Denton buildings and professional meetings as required.
• Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position. Must be able to work after normal business hours, holidays, andweekends, as needed.
• Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.

CORE VALUES

• Inclusion
• Collaboration
• Quality Service
• Strategic Focus
• Fiscal Responsibility

TOP TIER BENEFITS

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plans
• Employee Health Clinic
• Paid Vacation Days and Paid Holidays
• Retirement Plan

EEO STATEMENT

The City of Denton is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the City of Denton to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any
protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. All employment decisions, including decisions regarding recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, advancement, discipline, discharge, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment are made without regard to any lawfully protected class, status, characteristic, or activity.

ADA/EOE/ADEA

This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.