Real Time Transmission and Telecom GIS Manager

AEP Service Corporation; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 137,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

On-site work in Tulsa

Job summary

AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER in Tulsa, OK is seeking a strategic leader to govern and optimize the Transmission and Telecom GIS and asset data, guiding data quality, integration, and analytics to support planning, operation, reliability, and maintenance.

You will lead GIS data strategies, ensure security and accessibility, promote safe practices, and develop teams, delivering high-quality spatial data and decision-support tools for enterprise-wide performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in engineering or GIS or related field is required.
• Minimum 12 years' experience in Transmission and/or Telecom related activities with 5 years supervisory experience.
• Valid state driver's license and ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to GIS governance and data management across Transmission and Telecom.
• Develop and execute GIS data strategies ensuring accuracy, security, and accessibility.
• Lead enterprise data integration initiatives and translate GIS data into actionable business insights.
• Promote safety, regulatory compliance, and effective data delivery to executives and managers.

Skills

GIS leadership

Data governance

Enterprise data integration

Stakeholder communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or GIS

Associate degree in related discipline

High school diploma with GIS experience

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for the strategic leadership, governance, and optimization of the Transmission and Telecom Geographic Information System (GIS) and associated asset data. Leads the application of GIS technologies to enhance business processes, improve data quality, and support operational decision-making. Oversees the integration of data from multiple enterprise systems and the transformation of that data into actionable information that supports the planning, operation, reliability, and maintenance of AEP's Transmission and Telecommunications infrastructure.

Job Description

What You'll do: Provide strategic leadership and guidance to Transmission and Telecom management regarding the effective use of GIS technologies, spatial data, and analytics to improve business processes, operational efficiency, and asset management practices. Develop and execute GIS data strategies that ensure the accuracy, accessibility, security, and effective delivery of GIS data and services while minimizing operational and compliance risks. Lead the integration of GIS capabilities into daily business operations, identifying opportunities to streamline workflows, automate processes, and improve organizational performance through the use of spatial technologies. Direct enterprise data integration initiatives by leveraging GIS and related technologies to combine information from multiple systems, creating centralized and reliable data resources that support informed decision-making across all levels of the organization. Communicate complex technical concepts and business impacts effectively to executives, operational leaders, and stakeholders, translating GIS and data management issues into actionable business insights. Evaluate emerging technologies, industry trends, and GIS innovations to determine their potential impact on Transmission and Telecom operations, organizational processes, customer service, and workforce effectiveness. Promote safe excavation and damage prevention programs by partnering with internal stakeholders, contractors, and external agencies to support safe digging practices, utility protection initiatives, regulatory compliance, and the efficient management of locate requests. Establish and maintain data governance standards that ensure GIS and asset information remains accurate, consistent, and aligned with evolving business and regulatory requirements. Lead and develop GIS personnel and resources, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. Support Transmission and Telecom reliability initiatives through the delivery of high‑quality spatial data, analytics, and visualization tools that enhance situational awareness, asset management, outage response, and long‑term infrastructure planning.

Key Focus Areas

• GIS Strategy and Governance
• Transmission and Telecom Asset Data Management
• Enterprise Data Integration
• Operational Technology Enablement
• Business Process Improvement
• Data Analytics and Decision Support
• Damage Prevention and Regulatory Compliance
• Leadership and Team Development
• Reliability and Operational Excellence

What We're Looking For:

Education requirements are listed below: Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as Engineering or GIS mapping or Associate degree in related discipline and 2 years of experience in a GIS related field or High school diploma and 4 years' experience in a GIS related field.

Work Experience requirement listed below: Minimum of 12 years' experience in Transmission and/or Telecom related activities in addition to experience listed above including 5 years supervisory/management experience.

Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below: Valid state driver's license.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Physical demand level is Sedentary 1) Travel required 2) Strong organizational and communications skills 3) Some overtime required 4) Ability to field review distribution facilities

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well‑being of our employees. Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER (On-Site) #LI-Onsite #AEPCareers Compensation Data Compensation Grade: SP20-010 Compensation Range: $136,539.00 - $177,503.00 The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

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