Strategic GIS Manager for Tribal Planning & Data

Tribal GIS; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The LRBOI GIS Manager leads data management, advanced spatial analysis and projects that support planning, resource management and cultural preservation. You will securely manage and update the Band’s geospatial data in ArcGIS Pro and Enterprise Server, ensuring accuracy and integrity, and you will supervise GIS staff within the Department of Commerce.

Seven years of GIS experience, GIS certification or ability to sit the exam within 120 days, familiarity with Esri products, and strong

Qualifications

• Seven (7) or more years’ work experience in GIS, cartography or geospatial engineering is required, with demonstrated knowledge of GIS technology and database administration for the collection, storage, retrieval, manipulation and presentation of geospatial data for an organization.
• GIS Professional certification issued by an industry-recognized or accredited organization; or the ability to sit and pass the exam within 120 days of hire.
• Familiarity with Esri products, including ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Pro 3.0 or above.

Responsibilities

• Department administration including the development of program outputs, goals, and outcomes; budget development and implementation; and supervision of GIS staff.
• Develop and manage the Band’s Geographic Information System (GIS) in an SQL database environment, including the development and maintenance of comprehensive geodatabases, ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and security.
• Establish and enforce data, meta documentation, and data sharing standards, as well as system-wide data security protocols.
• Collect, organize, and maintain geospatial data relevant to LRBOI communities, land ownership, natural resources, culturally protected sites, infrastructure, and other spatial data according to internally developed policies and procedures.
• Assist with the creation and maintenance of maps, other products, and online dashboards for Band leadership, program departments, and community members.
• Perform analysis on spatial and tabular data in producing reports, maps, graphs, and charts as requested by the Band.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external agencies to support GIS-related needs and data requests.
• Participate in planning conversations, providing expertise to effectively communicate geospatial data and analysis that support tribal decision-making.
• Support the integration of geospatial data into Band processes by providing limited training on GIS principles and ArcGIS software to internal departments.
• Use and maintain GIS related office and field equipment.
• Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of work and comply with all applicable laws, regulations and procedures.
• All other position/department related duties as assigned by his/her/their supervisor.

Skills

GIS experience

Independent work

Esri products familiarity

Data management knowledge

Scripting basics

Tools

ArcGIS Online

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

The LRBOI GIS Manager leads data management, advanced spatial analysis and projects that support planning, resource management and cultural preservation. You will securely manage and update the Band’s geospatial data in ArcGIS Pro and Enterprise Server, ensuring accuracy and integrity, and you will supervise GIS staff within the Department of Commerce.

Seven years of GIS experience, GIS certification or ability to sit the exam within 120 days, familiarity with Esri products, and strong