GIS Manager

Beaufort-Jasper Water & Sewer Authority; South Carolina; On-site; USD 92,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Beaufort-Jasper Water & Sewer Authority is seeking a GIS Manager to lead the development, administration, and management of the BJWSA GIS program in Okatie, SC. You will supervise staff and oversee GIS operations across ArcGIS Enterprise, Portal, ArcGIS Online, and Geocortex.

The role requires a strong background in GIS management, ArcGIS Desktop/Pro, scripting (Python/SQL), and experience with versioned geodatabases; a valid driver’s license is required and GISP is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geography, GIS, or related field with a GISP certification; seven years of GIS experience with three in a lead/supervisory role.
• Extensive knowledge of GIS management principles, ArcGIS Desktop/Enterprise, Portal and ArcGIS Online.
• Proficiency with Python, SQL, Esri Model Builder; experience in data versioning and multi-editor enterprise GIS databases.

Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate, administer, and coordinate the BJWSA GIS program and systems.
• Lead GIS-related projects and supervise assigned staff.
• Manage ArcGIS Enterprise Portal, ArcGIS Online, Geocortex, and GIS servers; design geodatabases.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Data analysis

GIS scripting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, GIS, or associated technical discipline

Master’s Degree in Geography, GIS, or associated technical discipline

GISP certification

Tools

ArcGIS Desktop (Map & Pro)

ArcGIS Enterprise

Portal and ArcGIS Online

Geocortex

Python

SQL Server

Esri Model Builder

MS 365 suite

Job description

GIS Manager

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ASSET MANAGEMENT Full Time Okatie, SC, US

Salary Range: $91,936.00 To $142,500.80 Annually

SUMMARY:Under limited supervision, the GIS Manager is responsible for the development, administration, and management of the BJWSA GIS Program. Responsibilities include direct supervision of assigned staff and all activities necessary to ensure successful administration of BJWSA’s GIS program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties include but are not limitedto:

• Responsible for development, integration, administration, and coordination of the BJWSA GIS Program and systems
• Lead GIS-related projects
• Manage ArcGIS Enterprise Portal, ArcGIS Online, and Geocortex web applications, and GIS servers
• Design and maintain GIS geodatabases
• Assist with database administration (SDE and SQL Server), and manage multi-editor enterprise GIS database to ensure data accuracy
• Oversee the collection, QA/QC, integration, and maintenance of GIS data
• Plan and administer installations, upgrades and enhancements of GIS hardware, software, and procedures
• Develop tools, scripts, and workflows to automate and streamline mapping, data management and geoprocessing tasks
• Oversee and provide technical support as needed for field and office users on implemented ArcGIS product stack including ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Applications, and Geocortex.
• Oversee GIS requests through ticketing system: receive incoming work requests; assign tasks and set specific goals and deadlines
• Designs and/or supports GIS integrations with other business systems.
• Make presentations regarding GIS Program activities and progress to internal and external stakeholders
• Remain current on latest trends in utility industry GIS principles, practices, procedures, standards, and technology
• Coordinates special maps, apps, and exhibits as requested by members of BJWSA management and Board.
• Performs other duties as required within the scope of responsibility.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, GIS, or associated technical discipline accompanied with a GISP certification, or a Master’s Degree in Geography, GIS, or associated technical discipline. Minimum 7 years of GIS experience with 3 years in progressively responsible experience in a lead or supervisory capacity.

Practical knowledge of GIS management principles and program elements, Strong experience managing, supporting, and using ArcGIS Desktop (ArcGIS Map & Pro), ArcGIS Enterprise, Portal and ArcGIS Online products. Experience maintaining data in an ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise versioned Geodatabase and/or branch versioning required. Experience programming and scripting with Python, SQL, Esri Model Builder. Proficient with Microsoft 365 suite of programs

Practical knowledge of water and wastewater infrastructure with an emphasis on data gathering techniques, data collection, and analysis. Knowledge of asset information management systems; CMMS, CCTV

Ability to interpret complicated problems/solutions and explain them in non-technical terms. Experience planning, managing, and controlling projects. Ability to read and comprehend engineering drawings, plans, policies, procedures, technical manuals, software help files, etc.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:Must possess a valid driver’s license. GISP preferred.