SENIOR GIS TECHNICIAN

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSON INTERESTED Service Line: Houston Water Section: Operations & Program Support Reporting Location: 611 WALKER, 21st Floor Workdays & Hours: Monday-Friday/8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.* * Subject to change DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS We are seeking a skilled GIS Technician responsible for developing and maintaining GIS databases using the ArcGIS Software Suite and specialized tools. Key responsibilities include utilizing ArcGIS Portal and ArcGIS Online resources to support daily tasks, with the ability to access web content through ArcGIS Pro. The GIS Technician will work as part of a team in a Utility Network environment within ArcGIS Pro, following best practices in data engineering—including data creation, design, and maintenance. The role will contribute to establishing and maintaining data preparation standards and procedures, ensuring data accuracy and consistency to optimize productivity. Key duties include actively contributing to team discussions, assisting with field verification or onsite data collection as needed, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to identify data needs, facilitate data sharing, and support data acquisition and integration efforts. This role will contribute to delivering high-quality water and wastewater asset data to the Houston Public Works GIS system, the City, and the public. This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. The job description is intended to outline key responsibilities but is not all-inclusive. Duties may change or evolve as necessary. Responsibilities: Work through the production backlog to update GIS database. Provide additional quality and maintenance on data in a continuous manner to build quality into the data. Interprets and translates data and attributes from plan & profile engineering drawings, field verification documents, and other sources into water and wastewater utility network geodatabases. Performs quality control for GIS water and wastewater or other database maintenance tasks to ensure integrity of database changes. Provide feedback to peers regarding quality improvements and receive feedback on their own work. Researches and evaluates data sources using non-routine methods and documentation. Actively participate in team meetings, contributing ideas and engaging with work tasks. Assist with field verification or off-site data collection and validation as needed. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify data needs and facilitate data sharing and acquisition. WORKING CONDITIONS The position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items of up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces. This is a Department of Houston Public Works Management position at the Tier III Level MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Requires an Associates' degree in Geographic Information Science, Geography, Computer Science, Management of Information Science or a closely related field. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Two (2) years of experience equivalent to or as a GIS Technician are required. Experience equivalent to or as a GIS Technician may be substituted for the degree requirement on a year-for-years basis. A Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Science, Planning, Geography or a field directly related to work being performed may substitute for the education and experience requirements. MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENTS None. Preference will be given to applicants who have utility distribution and Utility Model GIS Mapping experience. **Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.** SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None. However, the department may administer a skills assessment evaluation. SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: Yes. If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test. SALARY INFORMATION Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. Pay Grade 17. APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or please call View phone number on click.appcast.io. If you need special services or accommodations call View phone number on click.appcast.io. (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call View phone number on click.appcast.io. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, with specific instructions, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information. EOE Equal Opportunity Employment The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Houston