GIS and Operational Systems Coordinator

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Department:

1921 GRU – ED GIS Operations and Standards

Salary Range Minimum:

$76,400.00

Salary Range Maximum:

$124,023.54

Closing Date:

12/10/2025

Job Details:

GIS & Operational Systems Coordinator

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated GIS & Operational Systems Coordinator to join our team. This role is ideal for a technically proficient professional with a passion for geospatial systems, data-driven solutions, and operational excellence. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting and advancing our enterprise GIS infrastructure, ensuring seamless integration between spatial data, business systems, and field operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and optimize complex SQL queries, stored procedures, triggers, and ETL processes to support GIS and operational data workflows.
2. Administer and develop enterprise geodatabases (SQL Server, SDE/Enterprise Geodatabase) with a focus on branch versioning and performance.
3. Design and implement GIS solutions using ESRI technologies including ArcPy, ArcGIS Python API, ArcGIS API for JavaScript, Arcade, and ArcGIS Pro SDK (.NET).
4. Manage ArcGIS Enterprise architecture, including Portal and Server administration, service publishing, REST API integration, and web GIS applications.
5. Automate geoprocessing workflows, QA/QC routines, and business logic to improve data quality and operational efficiency.
6. Support and configure ArcGIS Field Maps, Survey123, Dashboards, Experience Builder, and other ESRI applications.
7. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand operational needs and translate them into effective GIS solutions.
8. Maintain documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and automation scripts to support repeatable and scalable operations.
9. Apply knowledge of utility network models, topology, and versioning workflows in an enterprise IT environment.
10. Stay current with emerging GIS technologies and best practices to continuously improve system capabilities.

Qualifications

1. Proven experience with SQL development and enterprise geodatabase administration.
2. Proficiency in ESRI development tools and frameworks.
3. Strong understanding of ArcGIS Enterprise architecture and web GIS integration.
4. Familiarity with modern web development concepts (REST, JSON, HTML/CSS/JavaScript, authentication/SSO).
5. Experience supporting field data collection and visualization tools.
6. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders and deliver user-focused solutions.

Job Description:

SUMMARY OF WORK

Advanced professional work in the applied science of geomatics, developing and maintaining Geographic Information System (GIS) applications including automated mapping and facilities management (AM/FM) systems, engineering plan preparation application and standards, or developing and maintaining asset management systems and standards.

Positions allocated to this classification report to a designated supervisor in a specific disciplinary area and work under limited supervision.  Work in this class is distinguished from lower classes by its emphasis on geomatics, utility mapping applications, plan preparation applications, asset management applications, and programming or automations and from higher classes by its limited supervisory and managerial responsibilities.

Note: It should be understood that the job competencies, duties, and requirements of the GIS and Operation Systems Specialist II are inherently included in this position.

EXAMPLES OF WORK**

*This section of the job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position.  The omission of a specific job function does not prevent an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent in the job.  Performance of lower-level duties may be required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Develops relationships with internal areas, external consultants and vendors and works with them to maintain and support GIS and operations systems applications, perform upgrades, integrations, and implement new features as released.
• Tests, configures, executes, analyzes, and implements solutions to make operational areas more efficient utilizing supported applications.
• Performs top-level troubleshooting of technical issues related to application functionality or security, tracks and follows these issues through to resolution, and communicates with all stakeholders.
• Assists in the selection, implementation, support, and maintenance of new GIS and operations systems applications.
• Manage application projects of simple to moderate complexity, which may include sub-components of larger scale projects or scripting and/or programming needs.
• Performs and oversees technical tasks related to CAD applications such as establishing standards for use and configuring CAD applications for end users by setting user preferences, setting files, creating, and managing libraries, pen and color tables, custom line styles, function keys, and plotter/printer settings in order to ensure consistency in deliverables created using these programs.
• Performs and oversees advanced GIS, CAD functions including, development of translation files for exchanging data (LiDAR data, flood zone information) with other software applications (Google Earth, Hydraulic Models) or government agencies (FEMA, municipalities, agencies) in order to inform analysis, decisions, and planning by others.
• Provides on -the-job training and guidance to internal employees about technical topics (preparation of maps and/or drawings using GIS or CAD software applications, management of data within GIS, CAD, or Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) applications).
• Serves as administrator for the GIS applications, asset management, work maintenance management software, and/or other similar systems and coordinates with the IT department and vendor(s) to perform any required updates or resolve any operational issues.
• Conducts day to day oversight of area’s asset registry, inventory revenue and nonrevenue vehicles, facilities, and equipment. Serves as asset registry custodian.
• Maintains and compiles documentation of user procedures, technical references, training manuals, handbooks, and guides; maintains tables, data structures, diagrams, testing, and reporting data.
• Will be required to respond under emergency conditions.
• Attends work on a continuous and regular basis.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• May act in absence of supervisor.
• Assist with annual budget preparation.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily.  Below are the required education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Science, Engineering, Geoscience, Geomatics, Surveying and Mapping, Geography, Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD), Mathematics, or related field.

Six (6) years’ experience with GIS, CAD, asset management, or engineering technology with three (3) of those years progressively responsible experience working in a utility experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provide the required knowledge, ability, and skills.

CERTIFICATIONS OR LICENSES

Licenses

Valid Florida Driver License within 30 days of appointment.

Certifications

GISP Certificate, Asset Management Certificate, or equivalent certification preferred, but not required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrated knowledge of cartography and computer mapping including design principles and understanding map creation procedures in ArcGIS.
• Good understanding of related database systems and working knowledge of SQL including experience with writing queries using at least one of the major relational database systems (Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to apply spatial and 3D analysis, and raster math within ArcGIS while maintaining data integrity.
• Strong organizational skills related to scheduling time on projects and meeting deadlines while working within an organized file structure protocol.
• Ability to produce presentations, and/or written protocol of methods for reports or within metadata to replicate GIS-related analyses or modeling techniques applied on projects is strongly preferred.
• Thorough knowledge and education in geomatics principles and practices applied in planning, design, development, and maintenance of land base layers associated with an AM/FM/GIS.
• Considerable understanding of statistics as they relate to satellite positioning system-derived information.
• Thorough understanding of computer output devices such as plotted, printers, and scanners including the operations and maintenance of such equipment.
• Ability to perform complex geomatics computations, integrate new land development plans and plats into the enterprise land base layers, develop methodologies necessary to support complex utility facility management queries, and perform research.
• Working knowledge for management of ArcGIS Enterprise and map services.
• Knowledge of automation through FME, ModelBuilder, scripting and/or API’s.
• Knowledge of the Utility Network Management Solution.
• Experience developing with Python.
• PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must possess certain physical abilities and be able to withstand work related environmental conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Physical strength and agility sufficient to safely perform all essential job functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit for prolonged periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is primarily in an office environment.
• Work may require performance of tasks outdoors under va

Note: 

• May Require Assessment(s).
• May fill multiple positions.
• May establish an eligibility list.

Come join our team! The City of Gainesville offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.

All ‘regular’ employees are eligible for traditional benefits such as health insurance, life insurance, paid leave, 11 paid a holidays a year, a pension plan and a deferred compensation plan, but we also offer great things like on-site fitness centers, tuition reimbursement, on-site medical staff and a wellness program to keep you healthy and happy. Please note; benefits are not available for temporary employees.

Equal Opportunity

The City of Gainesville is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in hiring. Minorities, women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Individuals with a disability, who require special accommodations during the selection process, should notify the Human Resources Department at 352-334-5077 or TDD/TTY at 352-334-2292.

Veterans’ Preference

Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ Preference ensures that veterans and eligible persons are given consideration at each step of the selection process. However, preference does not guarantee that a veteran or other eligible person will be the candidate selected to fill the position. Section 295.07, Florida Statutes (F.S.) specifies who is eligible for Veterans’ Preference. State of Florida residency is not required for Veterans’ Preference.

If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact recruiting at HR@cityofgainesville.org or by calling 352-334-5077.