GIS Enterprise Administrator

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Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the Hiring Process section below to learn more.

New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint however we may go slightly higher based on experience internal equity and market.

The City of Bellevue is seeking an Enterprise GIS Administratorwith extensive experience in both GIS database andinfrastructure administration. The successful candidate will join the Geospatial Technology Services Team (GTS) working closely with the Network Systems & Security (NSS) team conducting day-to-day full-stack administration of ArcGIS Enterprise including Portal for ArcGIS ArcGIS Server (Federated and Standalone) ArcGIS Data Store Web Adaptors SQL server and various integrations with non-geospatial business systems. This position requires communicating highly technical concepts to a wide range of users.

Join our award-winning team!

Bellevue is a dynamic multi-cultural future-focused Smart City serving 152000 residents. Our Council Vision is: Bellevuewelcomes the world; our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. We value all employees and their contributions. The City invests in its employees and encourages and rewards employee growth and development. Bellevue is a high-tech hub noted for its diversity community involvement intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty. We work collectively to make it a place where you want to work live and play.

The IT Department consists of over 80 talented employees supporting over1600 city staffin13 departments across 35 different locations. The IT department supports the computers applications networks servers communications and other services needed to support high quality city operations. At the City of Bellevue youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service upholding the public interest and being a part of the community vision. Our people bring unique skills and qualities to the table embrace the values of honesty accountability and commitment to service and take pride in the work they do. Join our award-winning department to work with colleagues who partner innovate and evolve our technology services.

The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing configuring and implementing complex IT systems that meet the needs of the City. The positions focus will be to support the Citys GIS infrastructure providing reliable access to on prem and web based/cloud hosted GIS applications and solutions; ensuring that GIS data is reliably accessible for departmental use; utilizing best practices regarding system architecture and configuration. This role requires a strong technical background with extensive experience in application architecture road-mapping design implementation and system operations.

• GIS Infrastructure Management: Install configure maintain and support GIS software and hardware (e.g. ArcGIS Server Portal). Manage user accounts access controls and security protocols. Perform system backups and disaster recovery procedures. Monitor system performance and troubleshoot technical issues. Plan and lead system upgrades.
  
• Geospatial Data Management: Coordinate with internal teams on data acquisition processing and integration. Collaborate with stakeholders to define data ownership and access rights. Partner and collaborate with Data Analytics team on GIS data management.
  
• GIS Application Development: Partner with GIS team and the GIS developer on the design and development of custom GIS applications and tools to meet user needs. Integrate GIS data with other enterprise systems for seamless data flow. Serve as a technical advisor for GIS infrastructure.
  
• Collaboration and Communication: Work collaboratively with stakeholders across departments to understand their GIS needs. Communicate effectively the capabilities and limitations of GIS technology. Document procedures and maintain clear technical documentation.
  

Knowledge Skills Abilities and Competencies

• Extensive knowledge and administrative experience with Esri ArcGIS Enterprise (Server Portal Web Adaptors Data stores).
  
• Proficiency in scripting utilizing Python and Windows standard programming languages.
  
• Management of SDE enterprise geodatabases including maintenance and troubleshooting versioning and replication.
  
• Knowledge of SQL Server administration and T-SQL programming.
  
• Ability to troubleshoot complex systems
  
• Windows Server set up and administration following industry best practices
  
• Working knowledge of network configurations and administration
  
• Experience documenting new and existing processes as well as updating existing documentation.
  

• Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in Geography Computer Science or related technical field and a minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in operation and management of Esri software solutions.
  
• Esri Admin Enterprise certificate preferred.
  
• May require professional and/or technical certifications.
  
• Ability to pass security clearances and background investigations including financial background check and Washington State Patrol criminal background check.
  

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work involves walking talking hearing using hands to handle feel or operate objects tools or controls and reaching with hands and arms.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee may be required to push pull lift and/or carry up to 40 pounds.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.

Flexible/Hybrid Working:

The City is implementing a flexible/hybrid work policy that will allow staff to work remotely. Full-time remote work is not an option.Remote work for this position is subject to departments operational needs and will be discussed with candidates during the selection process. Once hired employees must reside in the State of Washington.

HIRING PROCESS
The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name address and other demographics. To help us please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter resume writing sample and references.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background checkprior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial drivers license (CDL) licensures or additional certifications.

At the City of Bellevue youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions our interactions and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service Stewardship Commitment to Employees Integrity Innovation and Diversity Equity & Inclusion. Youll work in an environment that is innovative collaborative future focused and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. Its what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work live and explore.

Have we piqued your interest yet Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital status national origin genetic information disability age veteran status or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at or .If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.

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