GIS Supervisor
City of Grants Pass, Oregon
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Job summary
City of Grants Pass, Oregon seeks a GIS Supervisor to lead the City’s GIS program within Public Works. You will supervise GIS Technicians, guide project design, and ensure reliable spatial data across departments.
The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 4 years’ related experience and supervisory experience. You’ll manage budgets, coordinate vendor bids, and support strategic municipal initiatives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 4 years of related experience, including supervisory experience.
- GIS certification (GISP) preferred and valid Oregon driver’s license.
Responsibilities
- Supervise GIS Technicians and oversee daily operations.
- Administer the city-wide GIS program, including design and structure.
- Manage budgets, make recommendations, approve expenditures, and prepare reports.
- Coordinate projects and solicit bids from vendors.
Skills
Education
Job description
Join the City of Grants Pass as a GIS Supervisor to lead and manage our City-wide Geographic Information System (GIS) program within the Public Works Department. This position plays a critical role in the planning, implementation, and administration of key GIS initiatives.
Join the City of Grants Pass as a GIS Supervisor to lead and manage our City-wide Geographic Information System (GIS) program within the Public Works Department. This position plays a critical role in the planning, implementation, and administration of key GIS initiatives.
- Supervision of GIS Technicians
- Administering the city-wide GIS program, to include structure and design
- Managing budgets, making recommendations, approving expenditures, and preparing reports
- Coordinating work projects and soliciting bids from vendors
This position works in the office, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Question regarding this recruitment can be addressed to: humanresources@grantspassoregon.gov or 541.450.6050.
The City of Grants Pass is a High Performance Organization that has a well-defined Mission, Vision and Values which provides the framework for our organizational culture. We believe that the best solutions come from empowered teams with the knowledge and shared vision of our community's goals. We promote a legacy of excellence through a culture of trust, collaboration, and encouragement of personal growth and the celebration of our achievements. We seek to attract adaptable, creative and motivated individuals who share our community pride and dedication to exceptional public service.
If you are an individual who appreciates a working team environment, which focuses on trust, crucial communications, commitment, accountability and results, then the City of Grants Pass may be a great place for you!
A Bachelor’s degree in a related field, and 4 years of related experience are required; including one year of supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed in the job description.
- GISCI GIS Professional Certification (GISP) is preferred
- Valid driver’s license, Oregon Class C with an acceptable driving record
The ranking and selection of applicants to proceed in the process includes: experience and knowledge, education, responses to supplemental questionnaire, submission of required materials and meeting minimum qualifications and special qualifications of the position. The initial process may include oral interviews and skills testing. Final selection will require a background investigation, including a criminal history review, and, depending on the position, a psychological screening, physical, functional and drug screening.
Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request prior to the application deadline to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application process.
All candidates will be notified of the status of their application after the closing date.
Per Oregon Revised Statutes 408.225 and 408.230, the City of Grants Pass grants preference in hiring and promotion of veterans and disabled veterans as defined by state law. If you are eligible and wish to claim Veterans' preference points, please indicate so on your application. Please note that you need to submit documentation of your eligibility at the time of your application.
Directly related work experience and qualifications will be evaluated alongside others who perform work of comparable character as required by Pay Equity Law.
It is the policy of the City of Grants Pass that no person shall be discriminated against based on race and characteristics traditionally associated with race to include hair styles, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or current employment status. The City values diversity and encourages everyone who is interested in employment with the City to apply.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Police Officer applicants must show proof of citizenship with 18 months of hire.
The recreational opportunities of the Rogue River are many: jet-boats, rafting, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing, water skiing, tubing/swimming, gold panning and the 37-mile Rogue Hiking Trail. In addition to our world famous white water Rogue River, nearby mountains provide high-mountain recreational experiences, including snow skiing at Mt. Ashland, multiple access points to the Pacific Crest Trail, snow-shoeing, and ATV trails. Cultural activities center around the Shakespeare Festival in Ashland and the historic town of Jacksonville. Other scenic attractions include: Crater Lake National Park, Oregon Caves National Monument, and the northern portion of the Redwoods. Grants Pass' year-round calendar of events offers something for everyone. And once the sun goes down, the region takes on a life of its own with fine restaurants, theatres and a performing arts center.
Visitor information: https://travelgrantspass.com/
- The City provides a full family healthcare package that includes medical, prescription, vision, and dental insurance. Full family coverage includes spouse, registered domestic partner or same sex domestic partner and children up to age 26.
- Most employees are currently provided two options for health insurance and may elect to have their portion of the health insurance premium deduction taken out of their paycheck on a pre-tax basis. Employee rates for 2026 for health and dental coverage range from $185 to $194 per month depending on the coverage selected.
- In addition to health coverage, the City contributes $234 per month to a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA/VEBA) on the employee’s behalf.
- The City provides two carriers for dental coverage, PacificSource with two options available. PacificSource Dental allows employees to select any dentist covered by PacificSource.
- The City participates in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). An employee is eligible for PERS after six months of service (unless the employee is already a PERS member, then contributions are immediate). The employee’s contribution of 6% is paid by the City under each collective bargaining agreement and the personnel rules at this time.
- An employee who is new to Oregon public service and was hired on or after August 29, 2003, becomes an OPSRP Pension Program member if the employee works six full calendar months in a qualifying position for an OPSRP-Participating employer. The six-month waiting period cannot be interrupted by more than 30 consecutive working days and must be served with the same employer.
- The City provides life insurance to all full-time employees at one time their annual salary. An employee can voluntarily choose to purchase additional life insurance, spousal life and/or dependent life.
- The City provides accidental death and dismemberment insurance to all full-time employees at one time their annual salary.
- The City provides benefits at the rate of 60% of salary with a maximum monthly benefit of $9,000 and a maximum covered salary of $15,000 per month. This benefit has a 90-day elimination period.
- Employees may elect to set aside monies pre-tax for out of pocket medical (maximum deferral $3,400) and/or dependent care (maximum deferral $5,000) expenses.
- The City participates in Social Security and pays the employer’s portion of FICA and Medicare for each employee.
- Deferred compensation is a voluntary program which allows employees to designate a dollar amount or percentage of their pay for pre-tax retirement savings. These funds are deducted from an employee’s check after FICA taxes, but before state and federal taxes, are applied. These funds are held state and federal tax free until the employee begins to withdraw funds. An employee is eligible to withdraw funds upon separation of service. The City provides four different carriers from which the employee can select. Employees may defer a maximum of $24,500 in 2026, with “catch-up” provisions that apply to those employees nearing retirement.
- Approved on-the-job injuries are paid at approximately 66 2/3% of regular salary upon acceptance of the claim. The difference between employee’s normal net and worker’s compensation claim is paid by the City under the terms and conditions set forth in Administrative Policy 5-1 and the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
- Management, supervisors, non-represented, and Grants Pass Employee Association employees receive 10 paid holidays per year. Police personnel receive a holiday compensation bank of 48 hours each July 1 and January 1. Fire represented personnel receive a holiday compensation bank of 132 hours (56-hour schedule) each July 1 based on the prior years’ service.
- Grants Pass Employee Association and Confidential-Classified employees receive 2 personal use-it or lose-it holidays per year, pro-rated based on the total months of service for the prior calendar year. Management and supervisory employees receive 1 personal use-it or lose-it holiday per year.
- Vacation accrual is provided to each regular full-time and regular part-time employee based upon their job classification, labor group, and scheduled workweek. Accruals and their availability for use are determined by a collective bargaining agreement or Personnel Rules, Regulations and Policies.
- Sick leave accrual is provided to each regular full-time and regular part-time employee based upon their scheduled work week. Sick leave accrual is available for use immediately. Full-time employees working a 40-hour schedule receive 96 hours per year, which accrues at 3.69 hours per pay period. Fire personnel on a 56-hour schedule receive 156 hours per year, which accrues at 6 hours per pay period.
- Emergency leave is provided to employees to attend the funeral of an immediate family member, or to visit a member of your immediate family whose illness may result in death. Firefighters may take a 24-hour shift and all other employees may take up to 24 hours or 3 days emergency leave days per calendar year. Sick leave and/or vacation may also be utilized with approval.
- The EAP provides an employee and the employee’s dependents up to four confidential visits per issue during a year at no cost. Visits may be for counseling, assessment or referral help in dealing with the various stresses in life.
- Full-time employees are eligible for a $40 per month individual reimbursement towards monthly membership dues to a health/fitness facility upon proof of payment and attendance. Reimbursement is processed on a quarterly basis through payroll. Regular part-time employees are eligible for a pro-rated reimbursement.
- A portion of the registration and fee costs associated with educational courses taken at an accredited institution and related to a regular full-time employee’s job will be reimbursed upon successful (Grade C or better) completion of the class. All employees who have completed their trial service period are eligible for this benefit. This program is dependent on budget availability and limitation of the program.
- Employees may voluntarily elect to have their paycheck electronically deposited in their bank(s) of choice.
- https://www.grantspassoregon.gov/184/Human-Resources
We appreciate your interest in becoming a member of the City of Grants Pass' team. Working in service of our citizens and community is important and we value your time and effort to complete the application process. We have prepared supplemental questions as part of our selection process to assist us in determining if you possess the knowledge, skills and abilities to succeed in the position for which you've applied. These questions should be answered accurately and thoroughly based on your work history. If you are requesting veteran's preference, indicate that you are a veteran AND upload a copy of your DD214 or veteran administration letter indicating your disabled status if applicable. Veteran preference documentation must be submitted by the closing of the announcement. I have read and understood all of the information listed above.
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01 Describe a time when you took personal accountability for a conflict and initiated contact with the individual(s) involved to explain your actions. What steps did you take and what was the result?
02 Professional development is important through out the life of your career. Explain how you ensure that you are always learning and growing as a GIS professional.
03 Because our jobs constantly change and evolve, being forward-looking is critical if you are to be successful. What do you anticipate will likely change or evolve over the next 5 years as a result of business and technology changes, and a faster more innovative environment in the GIS industry?
04 Give an example of a time when you did not bend on a policy/procedure/operation, and later wished you had.
05 Describe your past supervisory experience as it pertains to this job.
06 Describe you past supervisory experience as it pertains to this job.
07 Supervisory Experience Requires That a Candidate Has Held a Position Where He/she Has Directly Supervised Employees By Coordinating And Directing Work Flow, Making Work Assignments, Providing Training, Making Disciplinary And Hiring Recommendations And/or Decisions, And Conducting Performance Evaluations. Lead Work Experience Requires That a Candidate Has Held a Position Where He/she Has Regularly Provided Training, Guidance And Technical Expertise To Others, And Performance Evaluation Input, Scheduled And Reviewed The Work Of Others, And Made Recommendations During The Hiring Process. One Year Of Work Experience Is Equal To 2080 Hours. Indicate The Number Of Years Of Experience Below, Do Not Round Up
- Supervisor 0 to 1
- Supervisor 1 to 2
- Supervisor 3 to 4
- Supervisor 5 or more
- Lead Worker 0 to 1
- Lead Worker 1 to 2
- Lead Worker 3 to 4
- Lead Worker 5 or more
08 Specify where you gained the supervisory or lead work experience listed above. Experience listed in this response must be supported by the job duties listed in the work experience section of your application.
09 Indicate the number of direct reports supervised during your work history.
- Required Question
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