Gis Manager

Spokane Tribe•Wellpinit, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The GIS Manager is an experienced GIS professional who supports a variety of departments including the tribe’s Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Preservation, and Realty in data gathering, management, updating, processing, and analysis. Under the supervision of the Forest Manager, duties will require an experienced, proactive, organized, and independent worker. The GIS Manager is responsible for providing comprehensive GIS support across multiple areas, including management and administration of the tribal geodatabase, design and management of the DNR GIS program, hardware, software, personnel training in GIS use, map production, data processing, and keeping abreast of developments in GIS knowledge and techniques.

Requirements

Drivers License
Pass a Background
Bachelor’s degree in geography, computer science, or a related field from an accredited college or university
Skilled in various operating systems supporting client-server GIS implementations
Expert knowledge of Esri software including but not limited to ArcGIS Pro, Field Maps, Survey123, Quick Capture
Knowledge of programming or scripting languages including but not limited to Python, JavaScript, and SQL
Knowledge of Trimble and Juniper Systems GPS software and hardware
Knowledge of GPS data collection, management, and associated protocols
Knowledge of geodatabase management practices, data storage software, and applicable QA/QC methods
Skilled in the use of the Microsoft Office suite, image editing software ( e.g., adobe photoshop and illustrator), and other applicable software
Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of spatial analysis, remote sensing, and cartography
Knowledge of the principles and common standards for geospatial metadata
Knowledge of CAD software and file structures, as they relate to GIS applications
Knowledge of natural resource management, habitat conservation, realty data ( e.g., parcel/allotments) applications for GIS
Ability to plan, prioritize, coordinate and monitor the GIS workflows of tribal staff
Knowledge to effectively budget and monitor GIS program finances
Ability to communicate complex geospatial concepts and be approachable to a non-technical audience
Employ positive communication skills and exercise professional interpersonal abilities (tact, diplomacy, and respect) with co-workers at all times.
Maintain a high degree of professionalism in the workplace, including appearance, communication, attendance, reliability, and teamwork.
Maintain a high degree of ability to self-direct workflows
Demonstrate a desire to succeed and willingness to help others succeed.

Responsibilities

Assists DNR staff in collecting, developing, and maintaining geospatial data
Performs quality assurance and quality control analyses to ensure consistent geospatial data quality. This includes recording edits made in metadata and in edit comments, analyzing and fixing topology, etc.
Coordinates access, use, and distribution of the tribal geodatabase
Leads tribal GIS steering committee to ensure GIS program is meeting tribal needs
Develops and appropriately updates an overall strategic GIS program plan
Prepares GIS program budgets and reports
Maintains GIS database servers
Assists DNR programs in data acquisition through GPS data collection, contract services, and interagency agreements
Performs GIS analysis on request by the DNR director
Produces professional-quality GIS figures or maps as requested
Maintains tribal GIS hardware and software for all tribal staff who use GIS
Acquires and maintains GIS software licenses in coordination with the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) and GIS software entities
Responsible for the administration of tribal geodatabase backup systems and the periodic testing of geodatabase backups
Acts as lead technical consultant to tribal staff for the acquisition of all GIS-related equipment and GIS software
Oversees the development of GIS analyses and tools to provide DNR programs with effective decision support services
Designs and develops project-specific GIS applications or workflows
Designs, implements, and documents QA/QC measures for special projects, products, and services
Attends GIS-related conferences, seminars, workshops, and other professional opportunities to uphold GIS expertise knowledge
Coordinates with the tribe’s realty office to regularly perform parcel updates using various information sources such as official legal descriptions
Arranges, plans, and implements GIS training for tribal staff