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Department:

1921 GRU - ED GIS Operations and Standards

Salary Range Minimum:

$76400.00

Salary Range Maximum:

$124023.54

Closing Date:

11/21/2025

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

Qualifications
experience with SQL development and enterprise geodatabase administration.
in ESRI development tools and frameworks.
understanding of ArcGIS Enterprise architecture and web GIS integration.
with modern web development concepts (REST JSON HTML/CSS/JavaScript authentication/SSO).
supporting field data collection and visualization tools.
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 areas 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 APIs.

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 or TDD/TTY at .

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.

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