GIS Manager

Responsibilities

IBTS is seeking a skilled and innovative GIS Manager to build and lead the city’s Geographic Information Systems (GIS) function. This role will establish the foundational geospatial infrastructure and support data-driven decision-making across departments, including planning, public safety, utilities, asset management, and community engagement.

• Develop and implement a citywide GIS strategy, including standards, policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Manage GIS software, servers, databases, web applications, and mobile data collection tools.
• Coordinate with departments to identify GIS needs and deliver tailored mapping, spatial analysis, and geospatial solutions.
• Build and maintain the city’s geospatial datasets, including parcels, zoning, utilities, infrastructure, floodplains, and addressing.
• Provide GIS support for planning, permitting, emergency response, public works, code enforcement, and capital projects.
• Develop and maintain interactive web maps and dashboards for internal and public use.
• Train staff on GIS tools and promote geospatial literacy across departments.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and security while managing data sharing agreements and integration with external agencies.
• Supervise GIS staff or contractors as needed and manage the GIS budget and procurement processes.
• Stay abreast of technological advancements and assess opportunities to leverage emerging GIS tools such as drones, AI, and IoT.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, Urban Planning, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5 years of experience in GIS.
• Proficiency in ESRI products (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Enterprise) and related tools (Python, SQL, GPS data collection).
• Experience with spatial data management, cartography, and geospatial analysis.
• Familiarity with municipal operations, land use planning, asset management, and public works is highly desirable.
• Strong project management, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Valid driver’s license. 

Key Skills/Competencies for this position 

• Ability to read and interpret maps, plats, site plans, and zoning codes.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with an emphasis on public service.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to servant leadership, exhibiting humility, active listening, empathy, and a willingness to go the extra mile to support the community and team.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Understanding of FEMA data and hazard mapping, 911 addressing, and enterprise systems integration (e.g., permitting).

Physical/Environmental Demands for this position, when such demands exist.

• Work is typically performed in an office environment with periodic fieldwork.

Personal QualitiesIBTS places a high value on certain personal traits that work toward creating a positive,professional, and supportive work environment, which is essential for working together and achieving success. We believe “how” you achieve your results is as important as what you achieve. The following highlights the personal traits key for success within the organization.

• Strong Work Ethic
• Teachable/Continuous Learner
• Reliable/Dependable
• Collaborative/Team Contributor

Company Overview

Bring your passion, expertise, and experience to IBTS, where we appreciate and are committed to our employees. We offer outstanding benefits, growth opportunities, and work hard to maintain a culture that values our employees. 

The Institute for Building Technology and Safety (IBTS) is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization established to provide unbiased professional building code compliance services, while enhancing the communities in which we work. At IBTS, our mission is to deliver quality services to meet the challenges of governance at all levels while enhancing public safety, economic development, and the general welfare of the community. Our services include Building and Community Development, Energy and Sustainability Services, Disaster Planning and Recovery, Quality Assurance, as well as Compliance and Risk Monitoring.

IBTS is headquartered in Ashburn, VA, with additional offices in Louisiana, Missouri, New York, Puerto Rico, and Washington, DC.

We are committed to building a community of experts with diverse backgrounds, disciplines, and perspectives who are passionate about our mission. IBTS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer that maintains a diverse and inclusive workforce.  All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or sexual orientation. This opportunity is open to Section S3 Residents.  Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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