JobsQuest
Geographic Information System Supervisor - Jefferson County Commission
JobsQuest, San Juan Capistrano, California, United States, 92675
TARGET CLOSE DATE:
08/15/2025
PAY GRADE: Grade 27
TYPE: Full time
JOB SUMMARY: The Jefferson County Commission is seeking a highly qualified and motivated Geographic Information System (GIS) Supervisor to lead the administrative and technical operations that support the design, implementation, and functionality of GIS hardware and software. This role operates within the framework of established programs and policy directives. Employees in this position are expected to possess in-depth knowledge of GIS mapping and addressing systems, including the terminology, methods, and practices commonly used in the field. Familiarity with legal standards and local, state, and departmental guidelines for GIS indexing systems is essential. This is a supervisory-level position that requires a high degree of discretion and independent judgment. The GIS Supervisor will assist in coordinating hardware, software, and data cabling activities; managing service vendor contracts; and overseeing system development through subordinate staff. They may also collaborate with other supervisors to plan work schedules and set timelines for various assignments.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: Jefferson County Commission provides competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. The pay range for this job is presented below:
Jefferson County Commission: $68,494 - $106,246
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position:
Option A: Work experience supervising or working in a lead capacity in a GIS or IT environment to include training and reviewing work of coworkers or staff.
Work experience creating and editing (e.g., creating/editing fields, setting dropdown options, programing with SQL or Oracle) in GIS databases (Esri, ArcGIS, MapInfo).
Work experience maintaining a GIS database to include spatial analysis (e.g., modeling problems geographically) and data extraction (e.g., creating scripts to efficiently isolate data).
Work experience with database reporting software (e.g. Crystal Reports, ArcGIS data reporting).
Option B:
Work experience supervising or working in a lead capacity in a GIS or IT environment to include training and reviewing work of coworkers or staff.
Associate degree in Geographic Information Systems or related IT field.
Option C:
Work experience supervising or working in a lead capacity in a GIS or IT environment to include training and reviewing work of coworkers or staff.
Geographic Information Systems Certificate or Certification from an accredited organization (e.g., Alabama Certified Mapper Designation, US Armed Forces, GISCI, GISP ).
Option D:
Work experience supervising or working in a lead capacity in a GIS or IT environment to include training and reviewing work of coworkers or staff.
GIS Specialist in the Merit System.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
The following are job-related qualifications deemed desirable by the Jefferson County Commission. These qualifications may be considered by a hiring agency when reviewing applications and inviting candidates to participate in subsequent steps in the selection process.
Jefferson County Commission
Education in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) including but not limited to an Associate's degree or higher in GIS, Geography, or Geospatial Mapping and/or certification from an accredited source (e.g. ArcGIS, GISCI, ASPRS, Esri Technical).
Work experience using spatial database software such as SQL or Oracle (e.g., creating/editing fields, setting dropdown options, programming, etc.).
TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:
Maintains and creates department interest and efficiencies by attending meetings, tracking productivity, creating reports, representing department findings in court, maintaining equipment, suggesting or creating department policy changes, creating or editing procedures, and maintaining physical and digital files.
Enters or modifies basic records in a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) database and/or on a paper map (e.g., property owner changes, property splits or combinations, jurisdictional assets, voting districts) using techniques such as coordinate geometry and keyboard entry of tabular data.
Enters or modifies complex or impactful records in external databases or internal Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases (e.g., right of ways, roads, annexations, deannexations, new subdivisions, new construction, reconstruction) using techniques such as coordinate geometry and keyboard entry of tabular data.
Researches, verifies accuracy and completeness of, and assigns records to staff of GIS-related information in preparation of it being entered into the GIS database.
Engages on cross-department/municipality projects by working with others to establish goals and deadlines for projects, performing duties within scope of the project, and communicating throughout projects (e.g., attending meetings, producing reports) to stay informed or communicate progress towards goals.
Supervises staff by assigning and distributing work, directing staff in their job duties, monitoring progress of work, providing feedback and/or training.
Conducts training to provide knowledge and understanding of work processes to ensure compliance with procedures and standards.
Participates in new GIS vendor software or equipment selection.
Provides service to internal and/or external customers.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Job is primarily sedentary involving sitting for long periods of time, but may involve occasional walking or standing for brief periods. May involve occasional light lifting of items or objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is conducted almost exclusively indoors in an office setting. Work involves use of standard office equipment, such as computer, phone, copier, etc.
EEO STATEMENT:
The Personnel Board of Jefferson County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Each Merit System member city/agency operate its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual city/agency website.
ACCOMMODATION:
To request an accommodation in the application or hiring process due to your own ongoing medical condition or disability, please contact our Accommodations Coordinator at accommodationrequest@pbjcal.org or phone at 205-279-3500 (select option 1) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. The accommodation process is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or accommodation in the job application process.
NOTE:
This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System. More detail regarding this job is available by clicking Apply.
DISCLAIMER:
This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.
PAY GRADE: Grade 27
TYPE: Full time
JOB SUMMARY: The Jefferson County Commission is seeking a highly qualified and motivated Geographic Information System (GIS) Supervisor to lead the administrative and technical operations that support the design, implementation, and functionality of GIS hardware and software. This role operates within the framework of established programs and policy directives. Employees in this position are expected to possess in-depth knowledge of GIS mapping and addressing systems, including the terminology, methods, and practices commonly used in the field. Familiarity with legal standards and local, state, and departmental guidelines for GIS indexing systems is essential. This is a supervisory-level position that requires a high degree of discretion and independent judgment. The GIS Supervisor will assist in coordinating hardware, software, and data cabling activities; managing service vendor contracts; and overseeing system development through subordinate staff. They may also collaborate with other supervisors to plan work schedules and set timelines for various assignments.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: Jefferson County Commission provides competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. The pay range for this job is presented below:
Jefferson County Commission: $68,494 - $106,246
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position:
Option A: Work experience supervising or working in a lead capacity in a GIS or IT environment to include training and reviewing work of coworkers or staff.
Work experience creating and editing (e.g., creating/editing fields, setting dropdown options, programing with SQL or Oracle) in GIS databases (Esri, ArcGIS, MapInfo).
Work experience maintaining a GIS database to include spatial analysis (e.g., modeling problems geographically) and data extraction (e.g., creating scripts to efficiently isolate data).
Work experience with database reporting software (e.g. Crystal Reports, ArcGIS data reporting).
Option B:
Work experience supervising or working in a lead capacity in a GIS or IT environment to include training and reviewing work of coworkers or staff.
Associate degree in Geographic Information Systems or related IT field.
Option C:
Work experience supervising or working in a lead capacity in a GIS or IT environment to include training and reviewing work of coworkers or staff.
Geographic Information Systems Certificate or Certification from an accredited organization (e.g., Alabama Certified Mapper Designation, US Armed Forces, GISCI, GISP ).
Option D:
Work experience supervising or working in a lead capacity in a GIS or IT environment to include training and reviewing work of coworkers or staff.
GIS Specialist in the Merit System.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
The following are job-related qualifications deemed desirable by the Jefferson County Commission. These qualifications may be considered by a hiring agency when reviewing applications and inviting candidates to participate in subsequent steps in the selection process.
Jefferson County Commission
Education in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) including but not limited to an Associate's degree or higher in GIS, Geography, or Geospatial Mapping and/or certification from an accredited source (e.g. ArcGIS, GISCI, ASPRS, Esri Technical).
Work experience using spatial database software such as SQL or Oracle (e.g., creating/editing fields, setting dropdown options, programming, etc.).
TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:
Maintains and creates department interest and efficiencies by attending meetings, tracking productivity, creating reports, representing department findings in court, maintaining equipment, suggesting or creating department policy changes, creating or editing procedures, and maintaining physical and digital files.
Enters or modifies basic records in a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) database and/or on a paper map (e.g., property owner changes, property splits or combinations, jurisdictional assets, voting districts) using techniques such as coordinate geometry and keyboard entry of tabular data.
Enters or modifies complex or impactful records in external databases or internal Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases (e.g., right of ways, roads, annexations, deannexations, new subdivisions, new construction, reconstruction) using techniques such as coordinate geometry and keyboard entry of tabular data.
Researches, verifies accuracy and completeness of, and assigns records to staff of GIS-related information in preparation of it being entered into the GIS database.
Engages on cross-department/municipality projects by working with others to establish goals and deadlines for projects, performing duties within scope of the project, and communicating throughout projects (e.g., attending meetings, producing reports) to stay informed or communicate progress towards goals.
Supervises staff by assigning and distributing work, directing staff in their job duties, monitoring progress of work, providing feedback and/or training.
Conducts training to provide knowledge and understanding of work processes to ensure compliance with procedures and standards.
Participates in new GIS vendor software or equipment selection.
Provides service to internal and/or external customers.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Job is primarily sedentary involving sitting for long periods of time, but may involve occasional walking or standing for brief periods. May involve occasional light lifting of items or objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is conducted almost exclusively indoors in an office setting. Work involves use of standard office equipment, such as computer, phone, copier, etc.
EEO STATEMENT:
The Personnel Board of Jefferson County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Each Merit System member city/agency operate its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual city/agency website.
ACCOMMODATION:
To request an accommodation in the application or hiring process due to your own ongoing medical condition or disability, please contact our Accommodations Coordinator at accommodationrequest@pbjcal.org or phone at 205-279-3500 (select option 1) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. The accommodation process is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or accommodation in the job application process.
NOTE:
This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System. More detail regarding this job is available by clicking Apply.
DISCLAIMER:
This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.