SENIOR GIS TECHNICIAN

SENIOR GIS TECHNICIAN

Salary

$25.50 - $29.50 Hourly

Location

Houston, TX

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

39740

Department

Planning and Development

Opening Date

10/12/2026

Closing Date

10/21/2026 11:59 PM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSON INTERESTED

DIVISION: Geographic Information Systems

Reporting Location: 611 Walker

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday 8am-5pm*

• Subject to change

You are invited to bring your passion for public service and improving the Houston community to our team as a Senior GIS Technician. Houston is an ideal place to live, where it is enjoyable to be outside most of the year and has a booming population thanks to a rapidly expanding job market. Houston is a place where the cost of living is more than 25% below the top 20 metro average, and with no state income tax, it is possible to buy a house with a modest income. As the fourth largest and most ethnically diversity city in the U.S., Houston has unlimited choices when it comes to food, festivals, sports, museums, and the performing arts.

ABOUT US

The City of Houston's Planning & Development Department is a key player in the mayor's efforts to improve public safety and infrastructure, enhance the quality of life, and maintain an efficient government that works for more than 2 million residents. Much like Houston itself, we are a culturally diverse team that is committed to improving Houston's built environment. Our team draws and retains passionate, curious, life-long learners, and big picture thought leaders who make a difference every day by balancing the needs and interests of the community we serve. We strive to operate as a customer-focused, goal-oriented, and efficient organization. We treat ourselves, our partners, and our customers with respect while placing continuous learning at the center of our operations.

POSITION PROFILE

The Planning and Development Department is seeking a highly skilled Senior GIS Technician to join the Addressing and Data Maintenance Team. This role is responsible for maintaining the City's address and road range repository as well as other core datasets that are critical to 911 dispatch operations and city planning efforts. The successful candidate will serve as a lead resource for complex GIS editing, address validation, quality control, and public-facing customer service

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Senior GIS Technician will be responsible for performing complex data entry, advanced updates, and maintenance of the GIS database, while also performing lead functions for various GIS projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs complex data entry and advanced update and maintenance functions for a GIS database using workstations, personal computers and GIS software. Works on core data while maintaining database standards and system security.
• Researches and evaluates source data using non-routine methods and documentation. Interprets and transfers data from source documents.
• Assists in establishing data preparation standards and procedures to ensure data standardization and integrity and to optimize section productivity; prepares data for entry. Performs quality control for database maintenance. Reviews input and output. Assures integrity of database changes.
• Schedules and reviews work and provides technical training and assistance to others for various assigned projects to create and manipulate GIS data files.
• Locates and compiles graphic data and attributes from plans, profiles and other sources.
• Geocodes data files using GIS software. Analyzes output and research and corrects source problems. May manually locate address.
• Operates and maintains data input/output devices. May contact service personnel for maintenance and repair of equipment.

SPECIFIC RESPONSABILITIES:

• Edit and maintain mission-critical GIS data in ArcGIS Pro, ensuring geometry and attribute integrity while upholding database standards and system security.
• Geocode data files, create address locators, and troubleshoot locator behaviors to support address validation.
• Review, create, and maintain address and road data (ranges, attributes, and point features) in compliance with Chapter 41 ordinance.
• Interpret plats, deeds, and other legal documents; convert legal descriptions into GIS features and reconcile conflicting data sources.
• Perform quality control (QC) within a versioned SDE environment to ensure data integrity.
• Provide customer service to the public and other city departments by answering Chapter 41-related questions and validating addresses.
• Prepare maps and other cartographic products of varying complexity to support departmental needs.

DESIRED EMPLOYEE ATTRIBUTES

• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Detail-oriented with excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Adaptive and flexible in a fast-paced, shifting-priority environment.
• Comfortable making complex decisions that may affect multiple departments or stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively in a team environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items of up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces.

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.

This is a Planning and Development Department Position at the Tier II Level.

All duties and responsibilities may not be included in the above job description.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Requires a Bachelors degree in Geographic Information Science, Planning, Geography, Computer Science or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Two years of professional experience working with a comprehensive geographic information system are required.

Substitution: Experience equivalent to or as a GIS Technician may be substituted for the degree required on a year-for-year basis. A Bachelors degree in Geographic Information Science, Planning, Geography or a field directly related to work being performed may substitute for the education and experience requirements.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

None

PREFERENCES

• Proficient in ArcGIS Pro, with advanced editing and quality control expertise.
• Strong experience in geoprocessing, tabular data management (SQL), and GIS workflows.
• Ability to Geo-reference CAD drawings and use the Traverse tool to create features
• Solid understanding of data standardization and database best practices.
• Demonstrated experience in cartography and QA/QC processes.
• Excellent troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong customer service skills with experience interfacing with the public and responding to ordinance-related inquiries.
• Exceptional communication, documentation, and presentation skills

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:

The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. The hiring department may administer a skill assessment.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No.

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: 17

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 832-393-6020.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-6020. (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 hires and re-hires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Employment Opportunity

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 individuals 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
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01

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?

• Yes
• No

02

Please indicate your proficiency level in using Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

• Beginner (ex: create basic maps with limited experience with other functionalities)
• Intermediate (ex: edit layers, create detailed maps, create and manage geodatabase)
• Advanced (ex: geospatial analysis, programing and ArcGIS Online map development)

03

If you selected a degree above, please select the area of concentration.

• Geographic Information Science
• Planning
• Geography
• Computer Science
• Closely related field
• None of the above

04

Which best describes your highest level of education?

• High School or GED Diploma/GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or higher
• None of the above

05

How many years of professional experience working with a comprehensive Geographic Information System do you possess?

• Less than 2 years
• 2 years, but less than 4 years
• 4 years, but less than 6 years
• 6 years or more
• No professional experience with a comprehensive GIS system

06

Please indicate your proficiency level in using Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

• Beginner (ex: create basic maps with limited experience with other functionalities)
• Intermediate (ex: edit layers, create detailed maps, create and manage geodatabase)
• Advanced (ex: geospatial analysis, programing and ArcGIS Online map development)
• No experience

07

Do you have a current GISP certification?

• No
• Yes

08

Select the area of experience you obtain as it relates to this position. (Check all that apply)

• o ArcGIS Pro
• GIS data editing
• Creation of and deciphering of metes and bounds Legal descriptions
• Model Builder
• ArcGIS Online
• Experience Builder
• None of the above

09

Do you have working knowledge of geocoding, address assignment, and quality assurance research?

• Yes
• No

10

In detail, please explain your knowledge of geocoding, address assignment, and quality assurance research experience. If no experience, please type N/A.

11

Please indicate your proficiency level in working with Arc GIS Desktop Tools.

• Beginner (school level proficiency)
• Intermediate (project-based experience)
• Advance (two or more years of experience)
• No Experience

12

Please indicate your proficiency level in working with ArcGIS Pro, Arc SDE, and ArcGIS Online.

• Beginner (school level proficiency)
• Intermediate (project-based experience)
• Advance (two or more years of experience)
• No Experience

13

In detail, please explain your proficiency level and experience in working with ArcGIS Pro, Arc SDE, and ArcGIS Online. If no prior experience type N/A

14

Are you willing to take a technical skills test and/or provide a professional portfolio for review for this position?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Houston

Address 901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002

Website https://www.houstontx.gov/