Now Hiring - Full-time Project Manager - GIS
The Project Manager - GIS provides senior level technical, analytical, and applications support in multiple functional areas requiring geographicalinformation system (GIS) geospatial data and mapping resources. This position performs challenging technical tasks using ESRI, ArcGIS andAutoCAD software, MS SQL and/or other interactive application software to support the reliable operation of Public Works GIS, and Facility
Management. Key responsibilities include project management; analyzing user requirements; creating, integrating and maintaining interactive GIS
applications, GIS layers and City databases. Performs moderately demanding tasks to assist in the customizing of software and applications related
to public utility operations. Work is performed independently under general direction.

Requirements
Compensation/Benefits•Bachelor's Degree GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Mgmt IS or related field•Salary range $68,116 to $107,557, based upon experience•Valid motor vehicle license issued by the State of Ohio required. Must meetinsurability guidelines•Excellent wage and benefit package including but not•Three or more years experience developing/integrating/implementing/maintaining
limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, other
GIS technologies applications, preferably in a government
voluntary benefits effective first day of employment• Specialized 4-year GIS degree may be substituted for some of the experience•Ohio Public Employee Retirement System w/3.5% pickup
requirements•Education Assistance•Earn vacation and sick leave benefits first day of employment •In addition, a minimum of three years of GIS experience in Water, Wastewater,and Stormwater with at least one year at a GIS Technician•Sick incentive and retention bonus•Paid holidays and personal day•Culture that supports a work/life balance

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THE CITY OF WOOSTER, OHIO IS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FORPROJECT MANAGER GIS
The Project Manager – GIS provides senior level technical, analytical, and applications support inmultiple functional areas requiring geographical information system (GIS) geospatial data andmapping resources. This position performs challenging technical tasks using ESRI, ArcGIS andAutoCAD software, MS SQL and/or other interactive application software to support the reliable
operation of Public Works GIS, and Facility Management. Key responsibilities include project
management; analyzing user requirements; creating, integrating and maintaining interactive GIS
applications, GIS layers and City databases. Performs moderately demanding tasks to assist inthe customization of software and applications related to public utility operations. Work isperformed independently under general direction.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Qualified candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree from anaccredited college/university in Geographical Information Systems, Geography, Computer
Science, Management Information Systems or other related field. Must have a valid motor
vehicle license issued by the State of Ohio and meet insurability guidelines. Candidate shouldhave three or more years progressively responsible experience in developing, integrating,implementing, and maintaining GIS technologies and applications, preferably in a government orsimilar institutional environment. A specialized 4-year GIS degree may be substituted for some ofthe experience requirements. In addition, a minimum of three years of GIS experience in Water,Wastewater, and Stormwater with at least one year at a GIS Technician position with acomparable utility or consulting firm. Candidates must have strong critical thinking, have theability to adapt in a changing environment, and work independently. Advanced ability to operate
a computer using Microsoft Office products.
A detailed job description and application can be found at https://www.woosteroh.com/humanresources/careers. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants are required tocomplete an application for consideration. Applicants are also encouraged to include a resume withtheir application.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
F/M/H
WOMEN AND MINORITIES ENCOURAGEDThe City of Wooster
Job Description

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Project Manager - GIS
Unclassified
JOB TITLE:
CLASSIFICATION:
Engineering
ExemptDIVISION:FLSA STATUS:
Development
Management
DEPARTMENT:PAY SCHEDULE:
6
POSITIONPAY GRADE:
CONTROL:
Engineering Manager$ 68,116REPORTS TO:
PAY RANGE MINIMUM:Engineering/GIS Technicians
SUPERVISES:PAY RANGE MAXIMUM: $ 107,557
Job Summary
The Project Manager – GIS provides senior level technical, analytical, and applications support in multiple functional
areas requiring geographical information system (GIS) geospatial data and mapping resources. This position performs
challenging technical tasks using ESRI, ArcGIS and AutoCAD software, MS SQL and/or other interactive application
software to support the reliable operation of Public Works GIS, and Facility Management. Key responsibilities include
project management; analyzing user requirements; creating, integrating and maintaining interactive GIS applications, GISlayers and City databases. Performs moderately demanding tasks to assist in the customization of software andapplications related to public utility operations. Work is performed independently under general direction.
Essential Job Functions and their Measure
1.

Responsible for providing senior level GIS technical, analytical, and applications supporta.
Assists Department Engineers with the development of interfaces required for engineering analysis andplanning using the GIS databases and associated software.
b.
Performs queries and data analysis of GIS database to create reports on water, wastewater and storm waterfacilities and infrastructure.
c.
Develops, updates and improves the GIS layers, edits features and attributes in the GIS using ArcMap, andmakes modifications to the geo database to meet current needs within the Utilities Department and for otherinternal users.
d.
Assists in the maintenance and integrity of a versioned Enterprise GIS database and execute related changes
to associated schema.
e.
Works with Department staff; Engineering, Water, Wastewater, Stormwater, Zoning/Planning andAdministration; and GIS Technicians in the development of utilities standard designs, procedures, andpractices.
f.
Maintains metadata for various GIS features classes, QA/QC of utility data before posting to the GIS system,and field data collection using ESRI and Leica GPS hardware and software.
g.
Creates customized mapping processes to automate map production using ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, andPython scripting.
h.
Participates in GIS coordination with other Departments and local agencies in data layer sharing anddevelopment of standardized products and procedures including acquisition of additional or updated
data/imagery.
i.
Performs GIS software installations, mapping, database development, computer programming, GIS specificcomputer troubleshooting.
j.
Determines annual department GIS and AutoCAD software licensing requirements and budgetary needs.
k.
Designs and develops custom software code for GIS applications.
l.
Performs conversions of various surveys, maps, and databases into suitable GIS formats and vice versa.
m.
Integrates the City's GIS database into vendor supplied solutions.
n.
Conducts user needs assessments and recommends implementation of GIS needs and development of future
GIS related products.
o.
Prepares drawings, details, profiles, maps and design documents for utility systems using ArcMap orAutoCAD when required by Department.
p.
Designs, develops and maintains Public Works GIS database schemas and documentation.
q.
Implements and customizes ArcGIS Solutions to both ArcGIS Online and Enterprise deployments to provide
needed functionality to Engineering and other public works divisions.

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Manages ArcGIS Online and Enterprise Portal, GIS Servers, Datastores, Enterprise GIS Databases (MS SQL
based), Web Adapters and Licensing Servers.
s.
Evaluates, tests, and coordinates GIS software updates/deployment for ArcGIS Pro, Fieldmaps, Survey123,and other GIS user based applications.
t.
Tests and coordinates with IT for the maintenance, patches and updates of GIS Enterprise server deployment
and management of data resources pertaining to GIS.
u.
Assists in designing, developing, and implementing GIS workflows.
v.
Uses drafting software such as AutoCAD for in-house project designsw.
Responsible for the development of plans and procedures for effective integration or transfer of GIS data fromvarious sources into usable databases.
x.
Establish and maintain effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors andmanagers.
2. Responsible for coordination with other City divisions and outside entities
a. Works with other divisions within the City on GIS projects and updatesb. Works with outside entities (Wayne County Auditor, Wayne County Engineers, Wayne County Health
Department, USPS, Ohio EPA, etc) to share data and collaborate on multi-jurisdictional GIS projects
3.
Responsible for effective verbal, written and electronic communicationa. Communicates status of projects/assignments to City Engineer / Director of Administration
b. Responsible for completing all records and reports as requiredc. Writes legibly, maintains accurate information, and uses proper spelling, grammar
d. Communicates information effectively, accurately and timely
4.
Demonstrates commitment to further education and process improvement
a. Attends various seminars, conferences, classes or in-services to increase knowledge and skill
b. Attends and actively participates in meetings as required (e.g., department managers’ meetings, City CouncilMeetings, etc.)
Qualifications:
The following qualifications or equivalents are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of
this job.
Education and Formal Training Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in Geographical Information Systems, Geography,
Computer Science, Management Information Systems or other related field Valid motor vehicle license issued by the State of Ohio required. Must meet insurability guidelines.
 A specialized 4-year GIS degree may be substituted for some of the experience requirements
Work Experience Three or more years progressively responsible experience in developing, integrating, implementing, andmaintaining GIS technologies and applications, preferably in a governmental or similar institutional
environment
 In addition, a minimum of three years of GIS experience in Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater with at leastone (1) years at a GIS Technician position with a comparable utility or consulting firm
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required Knowledge of current GIS technologies, programming languages, and software solutions applied to public sector
geospatial data development, maintenance, and administration
 Knowledge of principles, tools and techniques utilized in systems analyses and the integration of relational
database elements and applications
 Knowledge of data, document, and file conversion methods, tools, applications, and techniques utilized in GIS
database development and maintenance Working knowledge of server implantation and management in a Microsoft environment including Microsoft
Server, SQL, Active Directory, User/Group Permissions, File Shares and other backend applications pertainingto GIS sufficient to coordinate with IT and other consultants.
 Skill in application of principles and techniques utilized in GIS systems analyses and geodatabase management
and administration
 Skill in critical thinking for issues resolution and process improvement recommendations
 Skill in adapting to a changing work environment, competing demands and ability to deal with frequent change,
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 Skill in working independently and following through with assignments with minimal direction
 Advanced ability to operate a computer using Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, and Excel) andapplicable organizational software Ability to establish and maintain accurate, organized and detailed documentation and files for ready access andretrieval

 Ability to articulate, demonstrate and train others concerning current standards and best practices as applied to

GIS systems analyses, applications development, and geodatabase administration
 Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in thecourse of work
 Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Physical Requirements
 Frequently lift/push 2-19 pounds; occasionally lift/push 20+ pounds
 Ability to regularly talk or hear, see, stand, use fingers/hands/arms to feel objects, tools or controls
 Ability to frequently bend, stand, walk, climb stairs, work in awkward or confined positions
 Ability to occasionally stoop

Job description statements are intended to be sufficient merely to identify the general nature and class of work being performed, and be illustrative of
the kinds of duties that may be assigned to the position allocated to the class and should not be interpreted to describe all of the responsibilities,duties and skills which may be required of employees holding a position assigned to this class.
The City of Wooster is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Americans withDisabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA) the City of Wooster will provide reasonable accommodations, upon reasonable request, to qualified
individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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