GIS and Asset Management Specialist

City of Boise; Idaho; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical coverage

PERSI retirement

Vacation Leave

Holidays

Sick Leave

Parental Leave

Wellbeing incentive

Tuition reimbursement

Bus pass

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Job summary

The City of Boise is seeking a seasoned GIS and asset management leader to oversee mapping programs and data systems for the Parks Department. You will guide staff, develop best practices, and translate complex data into actionable tools and visuals for staff and the public.

You will train teams in GIS and data management, create interactive maps and reports, and support long‑term maintenance strategies while ensuring data quality and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics, GIS, public administration, or a closely related field.
• 3 years of experience with asset management, statistical research and analysis using automated systems, GIS and records.
• or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Responsibilities

• Provide management of asset management, GIS and mapping programs and data systems across the Parks Department and develop best practices for the department.
• Develop and implement best practices for the department.

Skills

Data analysis

GIS

Asset management

Statistical research

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics, GIS, public administration, or closely related field

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Help shape the future of Boise’s parks by leading GIS, mapping and asset management programs that support informed planning and long-term maintenance. This role combines team leadership, technology and data analysis to improve processes, implement effective systems and turn complex information into practical tools. You’ll also create maps, visualizations, graphics and interpretive materials that communicate important information to staff and the public. This position works under limited supervision.

To ensure internal equity and alignment with the approved budget for this position, offers are made within the posted hiring range. Although the hiring range is fixed, employees receive an exceptional benefits and total rewards package that enhances the overall value of employment with the City of Boise.

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics, GIS, public administration, or a closely related field and
• 3 years of experience with asset management, statistical research and analysis using automated systems, GIS and records,
• or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Licensing And Other Requirements

• Valid state-issued driver's license.

Why the City of Boise?

The benefits are real and among the best in the Treasure Valley:

• Zero-cost premium medical coverage for you and your family (an estimated $10,000 - 20,000 value)
• PERSI retirement (11.96% Employer Contribution) plus employer-matched 401(k)/457b
• 10 hours vacation/month (grows with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and 8 hours sick leave/month
• 10 weeks paid parental leave
• $500 annual wellbeing incentive
• Tuition reimbursement and free local bus pass
• Basic life and long-term disability insurance at no cost

Disclaimer: This job posting may close earlier than the listed closing date. If this occurs, a minimum of 24 hours’ notice will be provided prior to closing. Applications received for this recruitment may be used to fill similar vacancies within the City of Boise as they occur.

Performs the full range of duties (with appropriate managerial review), including hiring evaluating, promoting, and assigning duties; corrects inappropriate actions or behavior through communication and coaching; initiates discipline or termination as needed; and oversees employees or a group.

Provides oversight, management, administration and coordination of asset management, GIS and mapping programs and data systems across the parks department. Develops and implements best practices for the department.

Executes new or improved procedures for GIS and data management. Trains staff in GIS and other data management technologies. Develops projects and maps solutions using a variety of digital tools. Works with internal GIS staff to compile inventories, condition assessments, determine life cycle and asset valuations and create long-term maintenance strategies. Documents workflow, develops work orders and improves processes within the maintenance management system.

Oversees the implementation of asset management software to ensure quality data entry by staff. Creates methods to streamline data collection and data maintenance.

Creates and maintains interactive visualizations through data interpretation and analysis, integrating various reporting components from multiple data sources. Oversees graphic services, preparation, layout and design of various reports, displays, literature, maps and computer graphics. Ensures the accuracy and completeness of digital GIS maps and data files. Assists design team with graphic communication for both internal and external planning groups.

Prepares graphics for public meetings, visualizations, plan renderings and maps. Produces interpretive signage for Parks and Open Space. Ensures interpretive themes and messages are conveyed through the appropriate selection of imagery and relevant text.

Performs all editorial functions for interpretive texts on a variety of topics. Works with subject matter experts to refine the content of the signage and ensures consistency across platforms and media. Ensures text and visual presentations communicate agreed-upon narratives to the audience(s) and meet goals.

Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Additional Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

Knowledge of:

• terminology, principles and practices used in infrastructure asset management;
• application of geographic information systems (GIS);
• infrastructure inventory;
• condition assessment; risk assessment, and preservation methods and procedures;
• methods of statistical analysis and report writing; and
• computer usage including related software.

Ability to:

• gather, organize and analyze data in an objective, unbiased manner;
• arrive at sound conclusions based on logical and accurate analyses;
• summarize and present findings concisely and clearly;
• communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; and
• perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor, and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation.

Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• 5 years of experience with asset management, statistical research and analysis using automated systems and records
• Previous experience in public sector or public works infrastructure projects.

Special Requirements

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
• Driving Record Check
• Hybrid Work Eligible

The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Efforts

While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally lifting/carrying up to 35 pounds. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb and balance. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.

Working Environment

The work environment will include inside conditions. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position.