What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS Supervisor position at City of Houston, TX?
POSITION OVERVIEW
Section: HW- Planning
Reporting Location: 611 Walker
Workdays & Hours: M-F; 8:00am - 5:00 pm* (Hybrid Telework schedule) *
- Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Works within a larger team of GIS professionals and oversees a team of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) staff. Collaborates with other GIS Supervisors, managers, supervising engineers, other staff. Applies the directives of the organization to their team, tasks and duties. Manages and guides projects, analyses, and applications in support of delivering enterprise GIS data and digital GIS solutions to Houston Public Works with focus on the water distribution and wastewater collection systems. The role qualifies for the hybrid schedule.
RESPONSIBLITIES:
- Provides daily supervision, coordination, and mentorship of GIS personnel including developing a customized coaching, training planning, and mentoring plan. Assists leadership in defining metrics, assesses staff performance against metrics, and conducts routine staff reviews.
- Utilizes advanced technical knowledge to deliver analyses, enterprise data, GIS digital solutions such as web maps, dashboard, field applications, and publishing data services.
- Highly skilled in the best practices of data engineering: data development, design, and maintenance.
- Consults with internal and external stakeholders to identify needs and facilitates data sharing and/or data acquisition.
- Supervises daily team's progress to ensure deadlines are met in a timely manner. Has strong project management skills and experience.
- Provides technical guidance and knowledge on GIS technology or related geospatial topics to the team and Houston Public Works.
- Performs advanced and complex data analysis.
- Participates in the GIS On-Call weekly schedule to support outside business hours, high priority requests. Support includes providing coordination and technical assistance.
WORKING CONDITIONS
There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, as with occasional exposure to office chemicals and/or extensive use of a video display terminal. Occasional Field Data collection supervision and training will require exposure to heat and cold, as well as unpleasant odors.
This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier III Level.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Science, Planning, Geography, Computer Science or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Four years of professional experience working with a comprehensive geographic information system are required.
Professional experience working with a comprehensive geographic information system may be substituted for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None
PREFERENCES
Preference shall be give to certified GIS professionals (GISP)
**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None
However, the department may administer a skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: Yes
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
PAY GRADE 26
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6002
If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6002 (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
901 Bagby St
Houston, Texas, 77002
Salary : $88,028 - $98,044
