Senior GIS Lead for County Planning

County of Anson

Wadesboro (NC)

On-site

USD 56,000 - 98,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Anson County Planning is seeking a GIS Analyst to lead the management and expansion of the county's Geographic Information System. You will direct GIS projects, integrate GIS across departments, and align technology with county objectives.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least five years of GIS administration, with ESRI tools (ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, ArcCatalog) and SQL Server experience. You will supervise GIS projects, manage the budget, provide user support, and collaborate with

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Computer Science, or a related field.
A minimum of 5 years of experience in GIS system administration or a related area.
Strong understanding of ESRI’s suite of GIS technologies such as ArcPRO, ArcMaps, ArcCatalog, Field Maps, Parcel Fabric etc., in addition to ancillary database technologies such as SQL Server.
Familiarity with GIS standards and best practices. Demonstrated project management skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written. Familiarity with North Carolina's geographic and governmental structures is a plus.

Responsibilities

Oversee the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of GIS applications, databases, and tools.
Ensure system integrity, security, and availability.
Coordinate GIS system upgrades, installations, and troubleshooting.
Update GIS web interface.
Lead the development and implementation of the County's GIS strategic plan.
Collaborate with and coordinate with county departments to determine GIS needs, oversee updates, and implement solutions.
Collaborate with GIS contractors.
Supervise and participate in GIS-related projects.
Allocate resources effectively to ensure project timelines and objectives are met.
Offer technical support to GIS users across the county.
Public and interdepartmental map making and data requests; including plotter management.
Conduct training sessions and workshops to improve GIS skills within the county.
Ensure that GIS data is current, accurate, and compliant with relevant standards.
Collaborate with other departments and agencies to share and acquire GIS data.
Manage the GIS budget, including forecasting, allocation, and monitoring expenses.
Act as a liaison between the county, vendors, other governmental agencies, and the public on GIS-related matters.
Attend meetings, workshops, and conferences to keep abreast of new GIS technologies and practices.