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Portland General Electric

IT Manager - GIS & Design Solution

Portland General Electric, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204


At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven't stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We're always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.

Do you have the skills to fill this role Read the complete details below, and make your application today.SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Manager - GIS & Design Solution to lead our Geographic Information Systems (GIS) team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in ESRI software, project management, and spatial data analysis. As the IT Manager - GIS & Design Solution, you will be responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and maintenance of GIS applications and databases, ensuring data integrity and accuracy, and providing strategic direction for GIS initiatives. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives and enhance operational efficiency through innovative geospatial solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesManagement:

Manages a team of professional employees responsible for providing the development, implementation, and maintenance of GIS applications and databases using ESRI software; ensures data integrity, accuracy, and security in all GIS operations; provides technical expertise and support for complex GIS analyses and projects.Strategy and Planning:

Develops and implements overall strategy and vision for the geospatial information strategy, integrating processes, data, and system use; oversees development scorecard metrics for team; develops and implements plans to facilitate employee engagement.Process Improvement:

Promotes continuous learning and evolution of geospatial information function, including integration of industry best practices and new ways to integrate and leverage systems and programs. Identifies and directs team on process improvements, working with stakeholders, business partners, and team leads to drive change.Internal Collaboration:

Develops and maintains relationships with GIS teams and operational leaders; collaborates to prioritize strategic system goals to optimize geospatial information system and ensures integration with other operational systems.Vendor Management:

Oversees all contracted work, including vendor selection, establishing metrics and service-level agreements, monitoring vendor performance and working with vendors to resolve issues.Research and Special Projects:

Oversees or collaborates on oversight of operational- and technical-related initiatives and special projects; assigns subject matter experts to cross-functional projects.Financial Management:

Monitors and manages expenditures, ensuring that all financial targets are met.Resourcing:

Oversees resourcing decisions and planning for team, partners with HR in the definition of jobs, recruitment, evaluation and selection processes.Professional Development:

Reviews organizational development needs and training strategies to determine required learning and development outcomes for the team; provides guidance in the creation of development plans.QualificationsRequires a bachelor's degree in geography, computer science, engineering, business, or another related field or equivalent experience. Prefer eight or more years in geographical information systems, including at least two years in informal or formal leadership, or equivalent level of related technical experience. Utility experience preferred. Prefer extensive experience with ESRI software, including ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and related tools.CompetenciesExpert knowledge of systems used in department; advanced skills in resolving and addressing employee relations issues; advanced analytical thinking skills; advanced decision-making skills; advanced written and oral communication skills.Compensation Range:

$116,410.00 - $216,190.00PGE supports hybrid flexible work arrangements; and will have a combination of in-the-office and working offsite. However, these arrangements may change due to business needs or changes in responsibility.PGE is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.To be considered for this position, please complete the following employment application by the posting close date.

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