JOB SUMMARY

The IT Manager - Geospatial Services is responsible for leading the City of Cedar Park’s Geographic Information Systems (GIS) team. This role oversees the staff, development, implementation, integration, and maintenance of GIS applications, data, and services that support City departments. The IT Manager - Geospatial Services ensures that spatial data is accurate, accessible, and effectively utilized to improve decision-making, planning, and public engagement.

Leadership & Strategy

• Supervise and mentor GIS staff, ensuring skill development and performance accountability.

• Develop and execute the strategic roadmap for GIS and enterprise applications in alignment with City goals.
• Prepares and monitors the GIS program budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources.

GIS Management

• Oversee the administration of the City’s enterprise GIS platform (ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, etc.).
• Manage spatial data standards, quality control, and GIS integration with city systems (e.g., asset management, permitting, utilities).
• Support GIS-based applications for mobile data collection, dashboards, public maps, and emergency response.
• Ensures the accuracy, security, and accessibility of GIS data, including compliance with data standards and regulations.
• Develops and maintains citywide GIS policies, standards, and procedures.
• Provides technical expertise in GIS project planning, implementation, and system integration with enterprise applications.
• Manage contracts and relationships with GIS software vendors, consultants, and service providers.
• Produces high-quality maps, visualizations, and spatial analyses to support planning, emergency response, infrastructure, and community development.
• Oversee public-facing GIS applications to enhance citizen engagement and access to City information.
• Stays current with GIS technology trends, tools, and best practices to recommend and implement innovative solutions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, Urban Planning; OR equivalent experience in related field
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible GIS experience, including two (2) years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
• Strong technical expertise with ESRI ArcGIS platform, spatial databases, and related tools.
• Experience managing enterprise GIS systems and integrating GIS with other enterprise applications.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Experience in a municipal or government setting is strongly preferred.

Certifications (Preferred):

• GIS Professional (GISP)
• PMP or similar project management certification
• Microsoft, Esri, or ITIL certifications are a plus

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• GIS Principles & Practices: Advanced understanding of geographic information systems, spatial analysis, cartography, and geospatial data management.
• Software & Tools: Expertise with ESRI ArcGIS suite, ArcGIS Online, geodatabases, SQL, and related spatial tools.
• Data Standards: Knowledge of federal, state (Texas-specific), and municipal GIS data standards, metadata practices, and best practices for data accuracy.
• IT Systems & Integration: Familiarity with enterprise systems, databases, cloud services, APIs, and integration of GIS with ERP, asset management, permitting, and public safety systems.
• Project & Program Management: Budgeting, contract management, and vendor relations.
• Regulatory & Legal: Awareness of public records law, data privacy/security, and accessibility requirements.
• Municipal Government Operations: Understanding of city planning, utilities, public safety, transportation, and community development processes supported by GIS.
• Leadership & Supervision: Ability to lead teams, mentor staff, and manage workloads effectively.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in spatial analysis, database management, scripting/automation (Python, ModelBuilder), and dashboard/report creation.
• Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking: Identifying GIS solutions that improve service delivery and decision-making.
• Communication: Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills to explain technical concepts to non-technical staff, executives, and the public.
• Collaboration: Building partnerships across departments, agencies, and with the community.
• Project Management: Skilled in setting priorities, managing timelines, and delivering projects on budget and schedule.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and support evidence-based decision-making.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to align GIS initiatives with citywide goals and priorities.
• Innovation & Adaptability: Staying current with GIS technology trends and implementing innovative solutions.
• Decision-Making: Making sound, timely management decisions regarding resources, staffing, and technology.
• Training & Development: Ability to mentor staff and build GIS knowledge citywide.
• Customer Service Orientation: Supporting both internal city departments and public-facing services.
• Detail Orientation: Ensuring accuracy and reliability of spatial data and maps.
• Multitasking: Managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously in a municipal environment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Cedar Park is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. As an EEO employer, the City will conduct its staffing activities, selection, promotion, demotion, transfer, training, and separation in accordance with Federal, State, and Local EEO laws and regulations as they affect the City. The City of Cedar Park will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, veteran status, or disability.