Las Vegas Valley Water
Geographic Information Systems Supervisor
Las Vegas Valley Water, Las Vegas, Nevada, us, 89105
Please note, you need to submit your application before 11:59 p.m. on the date prior to the close date listed.
Thank you for your interest in this position. Please note the following important tips for applying.
All portions of the application must be completed in detail. Work history, applicable education, and answers to the supplemental questions are all required. Applications missing any one of these sections will be rejected as incomplete. Referral to a resume is not acceptable. Set aside some time to complete your application. The system is unable to save applications that are in progress, and once you have submitted the application you cannot reapply. We strongly recommend that you review all the information on your application for accuracy. Once an application is submitted, you will be unable to edit it. Submitted applications are not viewable. If you would like to keep a record of what you will be submitting, we suggest you type your responses to the questions in a Word document, then copy and paste the answers into the application then save the Word document. Typing questions in Word will also minimize typing/grammatical errors since this is not an option in the system.
NOTE: If you are a current employee, you MUST apply via the Career worklet in Workday and not through this site. If you submit an application on this site, it cannot be processed.
Geographic Information Systems Supervisor
Open Date: 02/18/25
Close Date: 03/04/25
Salary: $143,403.00 per year
Job Type: Regular
Location: Molasky Corporate Center, 100 City Parkway, Las Vegas
For any questions regarding this announcement, please contact LVVWD Recruitment at recruitment@lvvwd.com.
Hours of Work: 4/10s, M-Th 7am-6pm
INTRODUCTION: Human Resources will screen applications and supplemental questionnaires. Candidates possessing the strongest skills and experience for this position will be forwarded to the hiring department for further evaluation and to determine who will be invited to the formal interview process. The candidate hired will be required to pass a drug screening, background check and may be required to pass a job-related physical evaluation.
The ideal candidate would have five years of experience in GIS technology, including advanced knowledge of GIS and remote sensing concepts, development tools, and analytical techniques; the candidate should have an in depth understanding of relational database systems, programming languages, web application development, and industry best practices for addressing complex GIS data needs and system integrations; have strong leadership skills and the ability to foster a teamwork and collaborative environment; should have strong communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills to maintain positive relationships with other department managers and customers; this candidate should be skilled in project management, problem-solving, and developing innovative, cost-effective solutions to meet customer requirements.
GENERAL PURPOSE
Under general direction, plans, organizes, supervises and evaluates the work of an assigned section engaged in developing, enhancing, administering and maintaining the enterprise geographic information systems and database infrastructure and/or maintaining and utilizing GIS data to create complex custom products, data displays, reports, statistical analyses and other products to meet enterprise-wide internal and external customer requirements; consults with customers to stay abreast of their business and operating requirements and to ensure their technology and information needs are being met; provides professional thought leadership in areas of assigned responsibility; and performs related duties as assigned.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Geographic information system concepts, principles, development tools and analytical techniques; cartographic and graphic design principles and best practices; industry standard software development best practices, tools and techniques; programming theory and applicable programming and scripting languages used by the District; relational database systems including architectures, design and development principles and administration tools; data editing concepts and tools in a versioned database environment; principles, practices and uses of aerial photogrammetry and remotely sensed imagery data collection, analysis and interpretation applicable to the work; application development and administration security best practices; web services standards and web application design and development; user interface and interaction design and implementation; systems integration and optimization design concepts and techniques; District functions and associated GIS information needs; principles and practices of sound business communication; project management tools and techniques; principles and practices of customer service and internal consulting; principles and practices of effective employee supervision; District human resources policies and labor contract provisions.
Ability to:
Plan, organize, integrate and supervise an assigned GIS technology unit; build teamwork and collaboration within unit and with other units and departments to optimize results; develop and maintain effective customer relationships with other department managers and customers; develop a "big picture" conceptual framework and apply state-of-the-art GIS and related technologies, business management and process improvement techniques to formulating integrated, efficient, cost-effective and business-based technology solutions to meet customer GIS data and access needs and issues; effectively carry out project management responsibilities; apply critical thinking skills to isolate problem causes, perform root cause analysis and formulate solutions and workarounds; identify information management issues and opportunities, analyze problems and alternatives, apply known technical solutions and develop sound conclusions and recommendations; set priorities and allocate resources to most effectively meet needs in a timely manner; develop and implement appropriate procedures and controls; prepare clear, concise and accurate reports and other materials; communicate clearly and effectively to diverse audiences of technical and non-technical personnel, orally and in writing; exercise sound independent judgment within general guidelines; use tact and diplomacy when dealing with sensitive, complex and/or confidential issues; establish and maintain highly effective customer-focused working relationships with all levels of management, employees, consultants, contractors, vendors and others encountered in the course of work.
Training and Experience:
A typical way of obtaining the knowledges, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in GIS, geospatial science, computer science, management information systems, civil engineering or a closely related field; and at least five years of progressively responsible professional geographic information system experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience in a government or public utility setting is highly desirable.
Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:
A valid Nevada driver's license and ability to maintain insurability under the District's Vehicle Insurance Policy may be required for certain assignments.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate computers and other standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Employees are frequently required to walk and stand. Employees may occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, the ability to distinguish basic shades and colors and the ability to adjust focus.
Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret highly complex data, information and documents; analyze and solve complex and ambiguous problems; observe and interpret people and situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work under changing, intensive deadlines on multiple concurrent tasks; and interact with all levels of department and organization-wide staff, vendors, contractors, officials of other public agencies and others encountered in the course of work.
Thank you for your interest in this position. Please note the following important tips for applying.
All portions of the application must be completed in detail. Work history, applicable education, and answers to the supplemental questions are all required. Applications missing any one of these sections will be rejected as incomplete. Referral to a resume is not acceptable. Set aside some time to complete your application. The system is unable to save applications that are in progress, and once you have submitted the application you cannot reapply. We strongly recommend that you review all the information on your application for accuracy. Once an application is submitted, you will be unable to edit it. Submitted applications are not viewable. If you would like to keep a record of what you will be submitting, we suggest you type your responses to the questions in a Word document, then copy and paste the answers into the application then save the Word document. Typing questions in Word will also minimize typing/grammatical errors since this is not an option in the system.
NOTE: If you are a current employee, you MUST apply via the Career worklet in Workday and not through this site. If you submit an application on this site, it cannot be processed.
Geographic Information Systems Supervisor
Open Date: 02/18/25
Close Date: 03/04/25
Salary: $143,403.00 per year
Job Type: Regular
Location: Molasky Corporate Center, 100 City Parkway, Las Vegas
For any questions regarding this announcement, please contact LVVWD Recruitment at recruitment@lvvwd.com.
Hours of Work: 4/10s, M-Th 7am-6pm
INTRODUCTION: Human Resources will screen applications and supplemental questionnaires. Candidates possessing the strongest skills and experience for this position will be forwarded to the hiring department for further evaluation and to determine who will be invited to the formal interview process. The candidate hired will be required to pass a drug screening, background check and may be required to pass a job-related physical evaluation.
The ideal candidate would have five years of experience in GIS technology, including advanced knowledge of GIS and remote sensing concepts, development tools, and analytical techniques; the candidate should have an in depth understanding of relational database systems, programming languages, web application development, and industry best practices for addressing complex GIS data needs and system integrations; have strong leadership skills and the ability to foster a teamwork and collaborative environment; should have strong communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills to maintain positive relationships with other department managers and customers; this candidate should be skilled in project management, problem-solving, and developing innovative, cost-effective solutions to meet customer requirements.
GENERAL PURPOSE
Under general direction, plans, organizes, supervises and evaluates the work of an assigned section engaged in developing, enhancing, administering and maintaining the enterprise geographic information systems and database infrastructure and/or maintaining and utilizing GIS data to create complex custom products, data displays, reports, statistical analyses and other products to meet enterprise-wide internal and external customer requirements; consults with customers to stay abreast of their business and operating requirements and to ensure their technology and information needs are being met; provides professional thought leadership in areas of assigned responsibility; and performs related duties as assigned.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Geographic information system concepts, principles, development tools and analytical techniques; cartographic and graphic design principles and best practices; industry standard software development best practices, tools and techniques; programming theory and applicable programming and scripting languages used by the District; relational database systems including architectures, design and development principles and administration tools; data editing concepts and tools in a versioned database environment; principles, practices and uses of aerial photogrammetry and remotely sensed imagery data collection, analysis and interpretation applicable to the work; application development and administration security best practices; web services standards and web application design and development; user interface and interaction design and implementation; systems integration and optimization design concepts and techniques; District functions and associated GIS information needs; principles and practices of sound business communication; project management tools and techniques; principles and practices of customer service and internal consulting; principles and practices of effective employee supervision; District human resources policies and labor contract provisions.
Ability to:
Plan, organize, integrate and supervise an assigned GIS technology unit; build teamwork and collaboration within unit and with other units and departments to optimize results; develop and maintain effective customer relationships with other department managers and customers; develop a "big picture" conceptual framework and apply state-of-the-art GIS and related technologies, business management and process improvement techniques to formulating integrated, efficient, cost-effective and business-based technology solutions to meet customer GIS data and access needs and issues; effectively carry out project management responsibilities; apply critical thinking skills to isolate problem causes, perform root cause analysis and formulate solutions and workarounds; identify information management issues and opportunities, analyze problems and alternatives, apply known technical solutions and develop sound conclusions and recommendations; set priorities and allocate resources to most effectively meet needs in a timely manner; develop and implement appropriate procedures and controls; prepare clear, concise and accurate reports and other materials; communicate clearly and effectively to diverse audiences of technical and non-technical personnel, orally and in writing; exercise sound independent judgment within general guidelines; use tact and diplomacy when dealing with sensitive, complex and/or confidential issues; establish and maintain highly effective customer-focused working relationships with all levels of management, employees, consultants, contractors, vendors and others encountered in the course of work.
Training and Experience:
A typical way of obtaining the knowledges, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in GIS, geospatial science, computer science, management information systems, civil engineering or a closely related field; and at least five years of progressively responsible professional geographic information system experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience in a government or public utility setting is highly desirable.
Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:
A valid Nevada driver's license and ability to maintain insurability under the District's Vehicle Insurance Policy may be required for certain assignments.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate computers and other standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Employees are frequently required to walk and stand. Employees may occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, the ability to distinguish basic shades and colors and the ability to adjust focus.
Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret highly complex data, information and documents; analyze and solve complex and ambiguous problems; observe and interpret people and situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work under changing, intensive deadlines on multiple concurrent tasks; and interact with all levels of department and organization-wide staff, vendors, contractors, officials of other public agencies and others encountered in the course of work.