Enterprise GIS Lead; Administrator

Definition and Examples of Work

• Administer and maintain KTA's ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online environments, including configuration, upgrades, performance, user access, roles, permissions, and licensing.
• Oversee enterprise GIS projects, programs, application development, data collection, and related integrations with IT and business systems.
• Manage GIS data development, maintenance, standards, governance, lifecycle processes, and quality control for asset, operational, right-of-way, parcel, and other enterprise datasets.
• Configure and support GIS applications, web maps, dashboards, field data collection workflows, and GIS-enabled solutions for operational users and leadership.
• Translate business needs into GIS workflows, tools, and solutions that support infrastructure, asset management, engineering, maintenance, facilities, and operational activities.
• Develop GIS scope and deliverable requirements; coordinate data collection efforts; review deliverables from staff, consultants, vendors, and external partners.
• Provide training, guidance, and support to internal staff on GIS tools, data collection, updates, and best practices.
• Serve as KTA's GIS subject matter expert and coordinate with KDOT, consultants, vendors, and other partners on shared data, standards, services, and specialized solutions.
• Engage stakeholders across the organization, organize GIS Steering Committee meetings as needed, and align GIS initiatives with organizational priorities.
• Evaluate and recommend GIS technologies, software tools, licensing needs, workflow improvements, program priorities, and annual budget recommendations.
• Stay current on Esri technologies and industry best practices; monitor and report on GIS program and budget items.

This position works independently and as part of a team, including providing input and problem solving with others to complete tasks. Decision making is typically done independently in regard to decisions affecting the individual/department work tasks, with occasional decisions requiring supervisor approval. Makes purchase decisions within budgetary limitations and makes decisions related to monetary transactions, write-offs, waiver of charges, and contractual commitments.

Participates in short and long-term planning. Uses negotiation, persuasion and diplomacy with internal customers and external stakeholders and vendors. Successful completion of job tasks impacts operating costs, internal system, customer satisfaction, external company image and liability.

The work environment described here is representative of the general work environment for the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Primarily works in a general office environment using computers, electronic devices, phones, and related office equipment.
• Occasional field work with exposure to outdoor environments.
• Personal protective equipment required occasionally.

• Experience with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, and field data collection tools such as Field Maps or Survey
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• Knowledge of geospatial data management, enterprise geodatabases, relational databases, infrastructure or right-of-way datasets, QA/QC, versioning, and data maintenance workflows.
• Basic understanding of identity and access management, system integrations, APIs, web services, and coordination with IT for updates and security.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and serve as KTA's central GIS resource.

• Advanced degree or relevant certifications (Esri, GISP)
• Experience with enterprise GIS architecture and system design.
• Proficiency in Python (Arc Py) and SQL.
• Experience developing dashboards, applications, or executive reporting tools
• Familiarity with asset management systems (e.g., Cityworks, Maximo, Cartegraph, VUEWorks)
• Experience in transportation, tolling, or infrastructure environments.
• Knowledge of linear referencing systems and roadway asset management.
• Experience establishing governance standards and supporting vendor selection.

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3-5 years of progressive experience supporting GIS in an enterprise environment.
• Experience administering ArcGIS Enterprise and/or ArcGIS…