GIS Supervisor
Company: City of Houston, TX
Location: Houston
Posted on: April 18, 2024
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Job Description:
Salary : $88,027.94 - $98,043.92 Annually
Location : Houston, Texas
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 33709
Department: Houston Public Works
Opening Date: 03/22/2024
Closing Date: 4/22/2024 11:59 PM Central
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Section: HW- Planning
Reporting Location: 611 Walker
Workdays & Hours: M-F; 8:00am - 5:00 pm* (Hybrid Telework schedule)
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* 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.
--- Provides support and delivery on GIS projects, programs,
including overseeing analysis, applications, field tools, and data
engineering. --- Establishes project goals, guides staff in
successful execution including but not limited to project planning,
task planning, quality control, and mentoring.
--- 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: 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 EmployerThe 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.
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including
competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution
pension plan.
Benefits include:
--- Medical
--- Dental
--- Vision
--- Wellness
--- Life insurance
--- Long-term disability
--- Retirement pension
--- 457 deferred compensation plan
--- Employee Assistance Program
--- 10 days of vacation each year
--- 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
--- Flexible schedules
--- Professional development opportunities
--- Transportation/parking plan
--- Section 125 pretax deductions
--- Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
--- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
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Please select the best scenario below that describes your level of
education:
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How many years of Comprehensive GIS professional experience do you
possess?
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Describe your experience with supervising a team including size of
team, length of time overseeing staff, and the focus of the
team?
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Discuss your years of experience with leading GIS analyses and/or
projects including the types of projects and analyses you have
performed
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Discuss your supervisory philosophy. How do you lead?
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Discuss your experience with leading a team through change.
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Have you completely and truthfully answered question #9 on the
application regarding employment gaps? (Failing to clarify
employment gaps may result in the disqualification or delay of your
application.)
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Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces
(United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard)
for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable
discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?
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Discuss your experience with provide GIS Solutions that leverage
Portal, ArcGIS Online, Field Applications.
Required Question
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