Information Technology Manager 1 ' Geographic Information Systems (GIS) / Linear Referencing System (LRS) Manager
Oregon Department of Transportation
Policy, Data and Analysis Division
Transportation Data Section
Salem
Salary: $7,244 - $11,205
The role:
We are seeking a skilled professional to join our team as our geographic information systems (GIS) / linear referencing system (LRS) manager. In this role, you will manage a team and oversee the budget for developing and maintaining GIS products, spatial data analysis and computer-generated mapping. You will also collaborate extensively with asset managers across the organization to contribute to asset management development and implementation. If you possess a strong background in GIS, linear referencing and team management, we encourage you to apply today!
We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for our positions. We hope you'll join us on our path to increasing diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging through our values, commitments, strategies and actions.
Before applying, visit our applicant information website to learn more about our process. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday profile.
A day in the life:
• Manage a team in developing and producing comprehensive transportation GIS and LRS, data and systems.
• Review GIS project requests and work to ensure that final products meet the department's quality and timeliness needs.
• Act as a project sponsor, or business representative, on program modernization efforts.
• Work together with Information Systems teams to set standards and policies and coordinate the implementation of GIS and LRS programs to meet the agency's needs.
• Provide strategic guidance for the development and maintenance of the GIS application development portfolio.
• Provide leadership and direction to ensure ODOT complies with Federal Highway mandated reports and data systems like Highway Performance Monitoring System (HPMS) and Model Inventory Roadway Elements (MIRE)
• Provide leadership and direction on LRS database definition, development, system integration and reporting.
• Represent ODOT in external leadership and policy discussions, including Oregon Geographic Information Council (OGIC) and Federal Highway Administration.
• Work in an office environment with hybrid work options available - Some overnight travel may be required.
• To request a copy of the position description, which includes all duties and working conditions, please email ODOTRecruitment@odot.oregon.gov.
What's in it for you:
• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, paid leave and so much more. Learn more about working at the Oregon Department of Transportation and the benefits we offer.
• Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range based on your experience, skills and education. The salary range listed is the non-PERS participating rate. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6.95%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity!
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Minimum qualifications:
Five years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience;
OR
Two years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field.
What we'd like to see:
If you have these attributes, let us know in your application materials! It's how we will choose whom to move forward! You do not need to have all these qualities to be eligible for this position. We may also use transferable skills, experience, education and alignment with ODOT values to help us decide who will move forward.
• A current geographic information systems (GIS) professional certification is preferred.
• A current project management professional (PMP) certification is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing and implementing organizational change, including facilitating smooth transitions, engaging with interested parties and creating strategies to support successful initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience with systems and portfolio management of the Esri ArcGIS enterprise. Experience with Esri Roads and Highways and ArcPro is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in project management with a proven track record of successfully directing and delivering projects.
• A proven track record driving technology innovation and implementing modernization initiatives. Focus on modernizing workflows and talent upleveling preferred.
• Demonstrated experience delivering and continuously improving federal or state mandated programs like HPMS, state or federal data sharing or transportation asset management.
Learn more and apply:
This recruitment closes at 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, September 10, 2024.
Please note that we can only accept applications through our website.
For questions, call 503-779-9733 or email ODOTRecruitmentJB@odot.oregon.gov
ODOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer