Fort Bend County
GIS Administrator - Information Technology
Fort Bend County - Richmond, Texas, United States, 77406
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Overview
Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!
Builds, designs, installs and configures geospatial database management system as well as database integrations. Coordinates installation requirements and data warehousing requirements for all GIS data and databases to support FBC departmental customer needs. Recommends optimum access techniques; Troubleshoots and works with external vendors to resolve complex system issues; Acquires, tests and applies system software/hardware updates, releases and patches. Develops and maintains programs to support database operations including database backup, security control, performance tuning, and database manipulation. Defines systems requirements by working directly with end users; Designs, develops, tests and implements application programs and systems as directed Develops enterprise solutions between multiple GIS utilities by integrating GIS data to meet customer needs; Develops and maintains custom interface solutions to provide GIS data analysis and interchange across the county. Coordinates with end users and IT when implementing hardware or software in production environment; Conducts research and makes recommendations on database products, services, protocols, and standards in support of procurement and development efforts. Develops working knowledge of environments to adequately support any solutions, upgrades, customizations, etc.; Establishes database analysis and review processes to ensure the highest quality and data accuracy. On-call 24/7 for IT support issues. Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers. MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field. (High School/GED and four years of relevant professional experience in addition to 5 years required experience may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree). 5 years of relevant GIS/programming experience, including 2 years of management, supervisory or team lead experience. Knowledge of SQL and ESRI ArcSDE (GIS). Experience with scripts, logging, and database recovery. Strong multi-platform system and application programming skills. Strong analytical and system design skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees and elected officials.
STARTING SALARY RANGE:
$39.68 - $49.60 hourly based on qualifications
CLOSING DATE:
Upon filling position
All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.
Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.
For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit
Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.
Builds, designs, installs and configures geospatial database management system as well as database integrations. Coordinates installation requirements and data warehousing requirements for all GIS data and databases to support FBC departmental customer needs. Recommends optimum access techniques; Troubleshoots and works with external vendors to resolve complex system issues; Acquires, tests and applies system software/hardware updates, releases and patches. Develops and maintains programs to support database operations including database backup, security control, performance tuning, and database manipulation. Defines systems requirements by working directly with end users; Designs, develops, tests and implements application programs and systems as directed Develops enterprise solutions between multiple GIS utilities by integrating GIS data to meet customer needs; Develops and maintains custom interface solutions to provide GIS data analysis and interchange across the county. Coordinates with end users and IT when implementing hardware or software in production environment; Conducts research and makes recommendations on database products, services, protocols, and standards in support of procurement and development efforts. Develops working knowledge of environments to adequately support any solutions, upgrades, customizations, etc.; Establishes database analysis and review processes to ensure the highest quality and data accuracy. On-call 24/7 for IT support issues. Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers. MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field. (High School/GED and four years of relevant professional experience in addition to 5 years required experience may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree). 5 years of relevant GIS/programming experience, including 2 years of management, supervisory or team lead experience. Knowledge of SQL and ESRI ArcSDE (GIS). Experience with scripts, logging, and database recovery. Strong multi-platform system and application programming skills. Strong analytical and system design skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees and elected officials.
STARTING SALARY RANGE:
$39.68 - $49.60 hourly based on qualifications
CLOSING DATE:
Upon filling position
All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.
Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.
For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit
Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.