GIS Architect
About The Position
The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is seeking a GIS Architect to design and build CMAP’s geographic information systems platform, data pipelines, and analytical frameworks. This is an exciting time for CMAP! The GIS Architect will join our data team, and work under the leadership of CMAP’s first Deputy of Data (Chief Data Officer). This position will work at the intersection of technology and planning practices, working at the system level, ensuring the daily operations of the users meet the needs of the agency. This GIS architect will be responsible for developing and executing a long-term strategy of how GIS can deliver adoptable, substantiable solutions across the agency. This position will be involved with defining the procedure and standards of GIS-based solutions as well as responsible for administering CMAP’s GIS systems and related IT resources to ensure the efficient and secure delivery of the organization’s geospatial solution. The ability to actively engage stakeholders and clearly communicate technical systems will be central to the success of this role.
Requirements
- A strong business background, bachelor’s degree in geography, urban planning, computer science, information systems or related field
- A minimum of 6 years professional experience
- Demonstrated experience presenting technical analysis to non-technical audiences including senior leadership or elected official
Nice To Haves
- master’s degree preferred
- GISP certification preferred.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
