Director Mapping and GIS

Position: Director - Mapping and GIS

Trisian-Global Consulting LLC is currently recruiting for a highly skilled and experienced Director of Mapping and GIS to work on-site in Little Rock AR Rogers AR or Jonesboro AR. As the Director of Mapping and GIS you will be responsible for overseeing the companys enterprise-wide geospatial strategy ensuring GIS records maps and reports are up to date accurate and enable the business to make real-time data-driven decisions. This role oversees the design governance and optimization of GIS & Mapping systems and databases while championing the creation and adoption of process procedure and reporting to assist the business.

As a people and organizational leader the Director builds and develops a high-performing GIS and mapping team fostering collaboration accountability and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides strategic leadership to GIS and mapping staff setting vision goals and performance standards;
• Serves as the GIS subject matter expert defining and executing the GIS roadmap to support business goals and align with industry best practices:
• Designs develops updates and maintains GIS databases;
• Champions the development of GIS applications tools dashboards and analytics solutions to support enterprise decision-making;
• Collects and manages spatial data from various sources including satellite imagery GPS databases etc.;
• Conducts spatial analysis to identify patterns trends and relationships within geographic data;
• Performs spatial modeling network analysis and geographic projections;
• Provides executive-level reporting maps and geospatial insights to communicate trends risks and opportunities to the organization;
• Provides technical support and training on GIS software and applications;
• Stays up to date on advancements in GIS technology and recommends improvements to workflows and processes;
• Collaborates with teams to understand needs and deliver GIS solutions that meet project objectives;
• Coordinates with internal and external partners for data acquisition and integration;
• Travels to customer sites project areas business related events and other locations as required;

Qualifications:

• Expert knowledge in GIS software including GIS web technologies such as ArcGIS QGIS or similar platforms required;
• Expert knowledge of GIS principles spatial analysis techniques geospatial concepts and methodologies;
• Skill in data engineering data analytics and programming languages;
• Skill in cartographic and data visualization skills with ability to render clear and compelling maps and graphics;
• Skill in AutoCAD or similar CAD software;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products such as Excel Word PowerPoint and Outlook;
• Ability to lead and develop high performing teams;
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple work assignments to meet SLAs;
• Ability to analyze and effectively document large volumes of technical data;
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders;
• Ability to problem solve;
• Ability to travel for business requirements; must possess a valid Drivers License with a satisfactory driving record.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a GIS Engineering or similar role or industry required. Telecommunications experience preferred;
• 5 years of experience in a leadership or supervisory role with proven ability to manage teams and enterprise-scale projects required;
• Bachelors degree in Geography GIS Environmental Science preferred;
• Proficiency in FME QGIS ESRI products Mapcom/Vertigis M4 Solutions and Cadtel Suite preferred;
• Proficiency in SQL and scripting languages preferred.

If you are a motivated and experienced mapping and GIS leader looking for a challenging and rewarding role we encourage you to apply for this position. As follow up to your application please send your resume directly to for immediate review.

General Summary:

The Director of GIS & Mapping drives the companys enterprise-wide geospatial strategy ensuring our GIS records maps and reports are up to date accurate and enable the business to make real-time data-driven decisions. This role oversees the design governance and optimization of GIS & Mapping systems and databases while championing the creation and adoption of process procedure and reporting to assist the business.

As a people and organizational leader the Director builds and develops a high-performing GIS and mapping team fostering collaboration accountability and continuous improvement.

Essential Job Functions:

• Provides strategic leadership to GIS and mapping staff setting vision goals and performance standards;
• Serves as the GIS subject matter expert defining and executing the GIS roadmap to support business goals and align with industry best practices:
• Designs develops updates and maintains GIS databases;
• Champions the development of GIS applications tools dashboards and analytics solutions to support enterprise decision-making;
• Collects and manages spatial data from various sources including satellite imagery GPS databases etc.;
• Conducts spatial analysis to identify patterns trends and relationships within geographic data;
• Performs spatial modeling network analysis and geographic projections;
• Provides executive-level reporting maps and geospatial insights to communicate trends risks and opportunities to the organization;
• Provides technical support and training on GIS software and applications;
• Stays up to date on advancements in GIS technology and recommend improvements to workflows and processes;
• Collaborates with teams to understand needs and deliver GIS solutions that meet project objectives;
• Coordinates with internal and external partners for data acquisition and integration;
• Travels to customer sites project areas business related events and other Ritter Communications locations as required;
• Performs other duties as required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Expert knowledge in GIS software including GIS web technologies such as ArcGIS QGIS or similar platforms required;
• Expert knowledge of GIS principles spatial analysis techniques geospatial concepts and methodologies;
• Skill in data engineering data analytics and programming languages;
• Skill in cartographic and data visualization skills with ability to render clear and compelling maps and graphics;
• Skill in AutoCAD or similar CAD software;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products such as Excel Word PowerPoint and Outlook;
• Ability to lead and develop high performing teams;
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple work assignments to meet SLAs;
• Ability to analyze and effectively document large volumes of technical data;
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders;
• Ability to problem solve;
• Ability to travel for business requirements; must possess a valid Drivers License with a satisfactory driving record.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a GIS Engineering or similar role or industry required;
• 5 years of experience in a leadership or supervisory role with proven ability to manage teams and enterprise-scale projects required;
• Bachelors degree in Geography GIS Environmental Science preferred;
• Proficiency in FME QGIS ESRI products Mapcom/Vertigis M4 Solutions and Cadtel Suite preferred;
• Proficiency in SQL and scripting languages preferred.