TWDB - 25-91: GIS Administrator (Systems Administrator V)

Only applicants who apply with a State of Texas application via the CAPPS online application system will be considered for this position. First time applicants will need to create an account in the CAPPS online application system at Please visit our job opportunities page at for more information about the Texas Water Development Board and answers to frequently asked questions. To view this position in greater detail visit the CAPPS online application system.

Texas Water Development Boards Mission  Leading the states efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas. 

The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) offers competitive compensation and benefits package including medical dental vision 401(k) flexible spending and flexible work alternatives so you can have a work/life balance! For more information about these benefits and more visit Texas Water Development Board does not discriminate on basis of race color national origin sex religion sexual orientation age or disability in employment or provision of services programs or activities. 

Must meet agency inoffice requirements

***Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications***

Job Description Summary

Performs advanced (seniorlevel) geographic information systems and computer systems administration work. Work involves coordinating the upkeep configuration and reliable operation of systems for the Texas Geographic Information Office (TxGIO). Installs and upgrades computer components and system software. Responsible for the implementation integration and maintenance of all TxGIO hardware and software. Planning and executing user requirements procedures and problems to automate processing or to improve existing systems. Assists support developers with internal applications (i.e. Ticket Tracking Website Mapping Services etc.) to ensure the data and network are performing optimally. Initiates and maintains system backups of critical hardware and data to assure no data loss after system failure. Maintain TWDB ArcGIS Enterprise and related databases. Administers TWDB ArcGIS Online Organization REST services and web applications. May train others. Works under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Manager of the System/Business Administration Department.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintains TxGIO physical data in locally accessible network cloud storage and downloadable data.
• Administers ArcGIS Enterprise Environment to include Portal for ArcGIS ArcGIS Servers REST services and geospatial databases.
• Administers user and content privileges and access to data and applications within the TWDB ArcGIS Online and Portal for ArcGIS account(s).
• Remains up to date on product offerings from Esri and how they can enhance current and future projects and workflows (e.g. ArcGIS Hub Dashboard Insights etc.).
• Maintains data backups from local network to cloud infrastructure.
• Performs data quality analysis on existing and new TxGIO data sets. This includes assurance processes for validation origin and accuracy of data metadata and derivative products that have been enhanced by conversion to secondary formats.
• Uses issue tracking and project management systems to document functional issues future tasks and lessons learned.
• Researches installs monitors and maintains geospatial software and related system tools as needed to support TxGIO/TWDB activities.
• Produces and maintains detailed technical documentation and presents solution briefings to management and other development team members.
• Assesses system performance throughput and reliability to optimize user experience.
• Synthesizes changing business requirements and determine impact to application architecture and schedule.
• Reviews tests and revises existing applications databases servers and infrastructure as required.
• Provides customer support to TxGIO users requesting assistance with data acquisition and information about TxGIO products and services.
• Provides customer support to TWDB/TxGIO staff requiring data or system assistance.
• Administers TWDB/TxGIO raster and vector data products. Responsible for data structure of all TWDB/TxGIO data products and delivery methods.
• Performs other related work as assigned.
• Maintains confidential and sensitive information.
• Ensures individual and team files (electronic and hard versions) are appropriately maintained and timely disposed of in accordance with the agencys records retention procedures and schedule.
• Maintains required certifications and licenses and meets the continuing education needs and requirements of the position to include attending mandatory training courses.
• May be required to operate a state or personal vehicle for business purposes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited fouryear college or university with a bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Systems Geography Computer Engineering or a closely related field.
• Five years of relevant work experience with geographic information systems data management and/or computer systems analysis.
• Experience with Esri web services and/or similar data management products such as ArcGIS Server SDE Portal for ArcGIS and ArcGIS Online.
• Relevant education and experience can be substituted for each other on a yearforyear basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• More than five years of experience with server and database administration.
• More than five years of experience in geographic information systems technology.
• Experience using installing and managing the Windows operating system including indepth file system knowledge and experience with the Internet Information Services (IIS) web server.
• Experience with modern Esri web development and scripting frameworks/libraries (e.g. ArcGIS API for JavaScript ArcGIS API for Python ArcPy etc.).
• Experience with cloudbased infrastructure using Amazon Web Services (AWS) or a similar cloud platform automated deployment tools and Linux environments.
• Experience with relational database management systems such as Postgres Microsoft SQL Server MySQL etc.
• Experience with scripting languages and workflow automation.
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform tools such as Power Automate and Power BI.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of local state and federal laws and regulations relevant to the System/Business Administration Department.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration.
• Knowledge of relational database management systems.
• Knowledge of terminal/bash commands and navigation of an operating system.
• Knowledge of frontend web mapping technologies.
• Knowledge of source code revision control and management systems especially Git & GitHub.
• Knowledge of web mapping services (e.g. REST WMS WMTS WFS GeoJSON etc.).
• Knowledge of software development practices and methodologies.
• Skills in using Microsoft Office programs such as Word Excel and Access.
• Skills in use of internet email word processing spreadsheet presentation and database software.
• Skills in using Teams Sharepoint Visio and Power Automate.
• Skills in communication and documentation for audiences of all technical levels.
• Ability to learn new technologies and frameworks and adapt strategies when necessary.
• Ability to schedule work in order to maintain regular progress on assignments and meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing.
• Ability to adhere to work schedules follow procedures with respect to leave and submit accurate timesheets by prescribed deadlines.
• Ability to make mature objective decisions and identify areas of potential problems.
• Ability to perform effectively and willingly when changes occur in scope and nature of the work and work environment.
• Ability to perform routine and nonroutine work assignments accurately and on time with little or no supervision.
• Ability to perform assigned duties and improve work habits and/or output.
• Ability to complete assigned work on time neatly and with infrequent errors.
• Ability to interpret policies procedures and regulations.
• Ability to provide prompt courteous and accurate assistance and clear and concise communication to internal and external stakeholders both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work and cooperate with others in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to meet inoffice schedule requirements.
• Ability to stand/sit/move to perform activities such as retrieve/replace files in a large file system for boxes up to 30 lbs.
• Ability and willingness to travel 5% of the time primarily within the state of Texas.
• Ability to operate a vehicle (state or personal) for state business and maintain a drivers license and driving record that complies with state and agency requirements.
• Ability to work shifts that may exceed 8 hours including early mornings nights and weekends.
• Ability to train others.

Additional Information :

All interested candidates should apply with a State of Texas application via the CAPPS online application system. First time applicants will need to create an account in the CAPPS online application system Please visit our job opportunities page for more information about the Texas Water Development Board and answers to frequently asked questions. To view this position in greater detail visit the CAPPS online application system.

Texas Water Development Board Stephen F. Austin Building

1700 North Congress Ave. Room 670 Austin Texas 78701

Please contact Human Resources for accommodation requests.

Phone: (512)

Email: HR(AT)

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime