GIS Manager

Department General Government Location Village Hall Position Type FT Employee Salary Date 2024.09.18 Description PLEASE VIEW ON THE CAREER PORTAL FOR FULL VIEW. The Village of Hoffman Estates is seeking a GIS Manager to oversee the coordination, implementation and management of the Village’s asset management system, as well as the strategies and initiatives for Geographic Information Systems (GIS). The ideal candidate would be a creative and collaborative professional who can work closely with all Village operating departments. The GIS Manager serves as an active member of the Village’s Management Team and oversees the day-to-day management of the Village’s GIS staff. This position requires independent judgement, initiative, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while managing multiple projects and deadlines with minimal supervision. The GIS Manager is responsible for determining the strategic direction of the Village’s GIS function, as well as the integrity of the Village’s GIS databases, GIS servers and ESRI (Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc.) GIS mapping software. Responsible for performing analytical, technical and administrative work in planning, design, and maintenance of the Village’s GIS system. Analyzes, acquires, creates and maintains spatial and tabular GIS data and appropriate metadata to meet the needs of internal and external clients. COMPENSATION Hiring range of $94,133 - $133,668 Starting salary DOQ. Competitive benefit package which includes: health, dental, vision, and life insurance, medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, a retirement pension plan through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. SCHEDULE Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday 8:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. (or similar) WORK LOCATION Onsite - Performs work both independently and as part of a team. Position requires local travel around Hoffman Estates, and some travel in the Chicagoland area. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE A Bachelor’s Degree in GIS, Geography, Information Technology, Cartography or Closely Related Field is required. Highly qualified candidates will have 4 to 10 years’ related experience; including 2 years coordinating or managing GIS for an organization. 2+ years of supervisory experience is preferred. Required: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise suite (current version), ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Apps, Asset Management Software, such as OpenGov (Cartegraph). Desired: Experience with SQL, Python or other GIS programming language; HTML; Adobe Creative Suite. Certifications such as ArcGIS, ITIL, GISP, or other related certifications preferred. ABOUT THE COMMUNITY The Village of Hoffman Estates, Illinois, founded in 1959, is located in suburban Cook County, approximately 30 miles from the City of Chicago. With a population of over 50,000, Hoffman Estates is a full-service community. The mission of the Village of Hoffman Estates is to continually improve the quality of life for our residents and business community by providing responsive and efficient municipal services. Hoffman Estates’ strategic location along the Golden Corridor of Interstate 90 provides excellent access to all major attractions within the Chicagoland region and the Midwest. Over 26,000 people are employed by the more than 1,000 businesses operating in Hoffman Estates. Awarded Municipality of the Year two of the past three years, the Village of Hoffman Estates offers high-quality schools, parks, entertainment and recreational opportunities, as well as a variety of housing options. Please submit a resume and cover letter with completed employment application. APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 13, 2024, or Until Filled. For More Information, See Full Job Description Below. Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities Provides leadership, direction and guidance for Village-wide GIS initiatives. Consults with Village leadership and departmental staff regarding project specifications; evaluates and prioritizes needs; conducts spatial analyses; and makes recommendations. Produces high quality maps or other visual material needed for public presentations or special projects. Participates with Village Management Team in policy and strategic plan development related to GIS as an analytical and communication tool. Supports efforts related to capital infrastructure planning, budgeting, public dashboards, and various special projects. Works in a confidential capacity to research and implement GIS-based solutions to further Village goals. Analyzes current business processes and recommends best-practice solutions utilizing GIS. Exercises a considerable amount of decision making regarding the manipulation of data and the creation of new GIS maps. Administers the Village’s enterprise GIS, including managing the GIS server, installing, and maintaining GIS software (ArcGIS Enterprise), troubleshooting software issues, maintaining the Village’s online GIS (ArcGIS Online) and maps on the Village’s website, and securing programs and equipment. Collaborates closely with the Information Technology Department on technical initiatives. Maintains GIS based asset management systems. Identifies and documents Village assets as directed. Provides training, develops standard operating procedures and assists with workflow on asset management programs. Installs and maintains new and/or existing hardware/software for GIS, while insuring compliance with the established Village hardware and software standards and compliance with licensing contracts. Ensures successful GIS integration with other Village information systems, including but not limited to asset management, permitting and finance systems. Supervises and provides leadership to GIS technical staff, including hiring, training and managing work tasks. Monitors compliance with the Personnel Policy Manual and monitors performance using established procedures. Assists with development of contract specifications and monitors the work of contract personnel. Works with GIS vendors to ensure proper acquisition, installation, operation, and maintenance of GIS-related resources. Keeps abreast of updates and new innovations in GIS. Reviews information from professional publications and publications learned at seminars concerning changes in user and system software, hardware requirements and best practices. Provides technical advice, staff training and education, and consultation to Village employees to ensure efficient use of GIS systems. Coordinates with various other governmental agencies to acquire, distribute, and integrate GIS data and applications. Required Competencies To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The required competencies listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required for successful job performance. Thorough working knowledge of current GIS technologies and expert technical skill in application of current GIS technologies to resolve problems and meet organizational needs. Proficiency in the ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise suite (current version). Proficient in the ESRI suite of software including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Apps, and ArcGIS Enterprise. Proficiency working in asset management software, such as OpenGov (Cartegraph). Prior experience with Microsoft SQL, Python, Arcade, Model Builder, or other GIS programming languages preferred. Experience with Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Acrobat Pro preferred. Working knowledge of MS Office including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook required. Customer service systems and database management experience required. Previous experience with enterprise systems and web content management systems preferred. Thorough working knowledge of GIS conceptualization, design, composition and production of complex cartographic and other spatial data displays. Thorough working knowledge of the principles and practices of database design, development and administration. Ability to interact positively and objectively with department directors, elected officials, coworkers, end-users, user committees, vendors, consultants, and internal and external clients from a wide range of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds and with varying levels of technical knowledge and skills. Understanding of the benefits of GIS for maintaining critical geographic information, use as an analytical tool, and as a communication tool. Thorough working of research methods and techniques related to collecting, analyzing, and evaluating geographic/land use related data. Ability to manage projects and provide daily supervision of subordinate staff and contractors. Ability to create, communicate and monitor developmental objectives and performance goals for staff under the supervision of this position. Familiarity with administrative and management principles, practices and procedures. Effective written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to present ideas and technical concepts clearly and logically. Ability to lead and educate employee groups on use of GIS. Ability to prioritize the workload and maintain project schedules. Education and Experience EDUCATION Bachelor's Degree required Degree should be in GIS, Geography, Information Technology, Cartography or a closely related field EXPERIENCE Four to ten years related experience required SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE 2 years experience preferred MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE 2 years coordinating or managing GIS for an organization COMPUTER SKILLSRequired: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise suite (current version), ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Apps, Asset Management Software, such as OpenGov (Cartegraph). Desired: Experience with SQL, Python or other GIS programming language; HTML; Adobe Creative Suite. Certifications such as ArcGIS, ITIL, GISP, or other related certifications preferred. Physical/Visions Demands & Work Environment PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 1/3 - 2/3 of the time: stands; sits; walks; talks or hears less than 1/3 time: uses hands to grasp, handle or feel; reaches with hands and arms above shoulder; climbs or balances; twists or turns; stoops, kneels, crouches, bends, or crawls; pulls, pushes, or carries; operates a motor vehicle or heavy equipment; lifts or moves 0 to 10 pounds; lifts or moves 10 to 20 pounds; lifts or moves 20 to 50 pounds. VISION DEMANDS: Absence of color blindness Corrected vision: as required by the ILSOS to operate a motor vehicle WORK ENVIRONMENT: More than 2/3 time: Customary indoor conditions; low noise level (normal voice tones) Less than 1/3 time: Customary outdoor weather conditions including extreme cold, extreme heat, and wet or humid conditions Other Related Duties Attends division, departmental, and Village meetings and serves as a member of various employee committees and task forces when required or assigned. Educate employee groups on use of GIS. Technical liaison to other departments as needed. Job Advertisement Disclaimer The information listed above reflects minimum standards and illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific job functions, requirements or tasks does not exclude them from the job if the work is similar, related or a logical extension of the work assigned. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee. The Village of Hoffman Estates is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable Federal, State and local laws regarding employment. All positions require a pre-employment Village-paid background investigation and drug screen upon offer. Exempt : Yes Type : FT Employee Department : General Government Location : 1