Mgr GIS Systems

About the role

This position is responsible for managing the configuration and maintenance of the Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) GIS database and its related mobile applications. This position is a working manager who leads a team of employees and may oversee outside contractors to ensure the successful completion of required work.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the functional GIS application expert and manages the input of data from as-builts, record drawings, redlines and other data transfer methods for the utilities (electric, water, wastewater, reclaimed water and chilled water systems).
• Manages, trains, coaches, and evaluates the performance of assigned staff, establishing performance requirements and personal development targets; provides direction for performance improvement and development.
• Develops employees by support, direction and varied work experiences.
• Maintains database for record retention of as-builts, design drawings, record drawings and other drawing type data.
• Maintains the electronic filing structure, filing (both electronic and hardcopy) of as-built drawings, and locating records as needed.
• Develops, implements and maintains a geometric network system to facilitate data accuracy and completeness and to ensure connectivity in the wiring and piping systems in ESRI GIS and lead problem resolution initiatives.
• Manages major GIS improvement projects being done internally or through consultants.
• Develops, maintains and implements GIS and CAD standards, policies and procedures used by JEA.
• Programmatically and manually verifies accuracy of GIS data to ensure integrity.
• Manages production of associated maps produced by the GIS/CAD systems for electric, water, reclaimed, chilled and sewer systems, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
• Reviews and inputs as-built construction drawings, records drawing and preliminary construction drawing information into GIS System.
• Reports monthly on data received from GIS redlines, as-builts received and other manager supplied data.
• Develops, implements and monitors annual GIS business plans and master schedule to achieve organizational mission, goals and performance measures.
• Aids in JEA strategic planning processes and stays abreast of relative local, state, federal and global events and activities relative to GIS and CAD standards.
• Forecasts, develops and administers the Capital and O&M budgets for assigned processes.
• Ensures GIS and CAD systems meet the needs of segment owners and supports interdependent processes, and sub-processes.

Qualifications

• Education: A bachelor's degree in geography, engineering, or technology related field AND Experience: Eight (8) years of demonstrated experience in GIS and CAD systems which must also include two (2) years of management or supervisory experience OR An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.