Manager GIS

JOB INFORMATION

• Job Title: Manager GIS
• Grade: Exempt 59
• Job Code: 128154

JOB SUMMARY

Plans, manages and directs Geographic Information System (GIS) activities aligned with Company objectives and goals. Oversees, manages GIS activities and operations; manages GIS activities with other divisions, outside agencies, and general public; provides highly responsible and complex assistance to staff. Manages professional members and/or supervisors.

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Accountable for departmental performance. Adapts departmental plans and priorities to address business and operational challenges. Decisions guided by policies, procedures and business plan. Generally manages a recognized discipline and specialty with separate budget.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Sets priorities, allocates staff, and budget to accomplish organizational objectives for GIS according to short-term and long-term strategic plans.
• Manages the enterprise GIS geodatabase and data model, ensuring data integrity, topology, and readiness to support downstream systems.
• Coordinates cross-functional work and shared resources with IT/OT, Distribution Engineering, Field Operations, and the Distribution Control Center (DCC) to deliver business objectives.
• Maintains and coordinates GIS integrations with ADMS, CYME, SAP S/4 (via VertiGIS), Snowflake, FME, and the enterprise service bus (ESB) to ensure accurate data exchange across systems of record.
• Oversees field and mobile GIS capabilities and adoption (ArcFM Mobile, Field Maps, Survey123).
• Manages assigned personnel and is responsible for selection, hiring, training, performance evaluations, promotional recommendations, and schedules.
• Provides guidance and keeps members informed of policies and operational changes.
• Monitors and maintains operational efficiency with emphasis on accuracy and .data quality, mapping accuracy, and turnaround/service-level targets.
• Responsible for scoping, development, management, technical review and timely completion of GIS-related plans, studies, and projects.
• Leads GIS platform modernization by reviewing and implementing new GIS tools, enhancements, and technology to meet changing customer and business needs.
• Coordinates with vendors on tools, licensing, and technical deliverables.
• Directs and coordinates queries and mapping services for both internal customers and external governing authorities.
• All other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors Degree in related field (e.g., GIS, Cartography, Geography, Geomatics, Meteorology, Computer Science, Electrical, Electronic, or Engineering Technology), And 8 years of distribution or transmission or related electric utility GIS experience; OR
• Associates Degree in related field (e.g., GIS, Cartography, Geography, Geomatics, Meteorology, Computer Science, Electrical, Electronic, or Engineering Technology) And 10 years distribution or transmission or equivalent electric utility GIS experience; OR
• 12 years of distribution or transmission or equivalent electric utility GIS experience, with reasonable leadership experience.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• May be required to work non-standard hours.
• May require travel.
• Office environment.

SPECIAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Member will not be required to drive in order to perform their job duties.
• Member is not required to perform any safety sensitive duties.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAS)

• Demonstrated leadership in IIF (Incident and Injury Free) culture.
• In-depth knowledge of GIS software, mapping concepts, and data management, including ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, ArcFM, and Esri Utility Network data models.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate innovation creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.
• Demonstrated ability to optimize work processes with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to build effective teams that apply diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.
• Ability to drive engagement through creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.
• Ability to build strong customer relationships and deliver customer-centric solutions.
• Ability to communicate effectively through developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Ability to instill trust and gain the confidence of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Knowledge of electric systems, including electric distribution and transmission network structure and operations.
• Knowledge of geodatabase administration, data modeling, and topology for electric and land network data.
• Knowledge of GIS system integrations with enterprise platforms such as ADMS, CYME, SAP (asset management), and data/analytics pipelines (FME, Snowflake, ESB).
• Knowledge of QA/QC and data governance practices, including spatial accuracy, data quality metrics, and conflation methods.
• Ability to lead technology migrations and upgrades, including planning, vendor coordination, and phased delivery.
• Ability to lead change management and training efforts to drive adoption of new GIS tools and workflows across office and field users.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Required Certifications/Licensures:(Valid Driver's License)

HEALTH AND SAFETY (MEDICAL/DOT REQUIREMENTS)

• Pre-Employment Drug Screen

SALARY RANGE

$105,872 - $141,149