GIS Manager (Programmer Analyst IV)

Salary : $91,247.73 - $152,078.99 AnnuallyLocation : FAIRFAX (EJ32), VAJob Type : FT Salary W BNJob Number : Department : DPWES Directors OfficeOpening Date : 05 / 03 / 2025Closing Date : 5 / 16 / 2025 11 : 59 PM EasternPay Grade : S31Posting Type : Open to General Public Job Announcement Are you a seasoned GIS Manager with leadership skills, looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic public service environment? This position works as a skilled and dynamic GIS manager as part of our IT team. Reporting to the IT program director, leads a team of GIS analysts specializing in data management, spatial analysis, Esri application development, and Esri system integration projects across DPWES Capital Facilities, Stormwater Management, and Solid Waste Management and Wastewater Management divisions supporting 600 end-users. Will have a can-do attitude, always be on the lookout for continuous improvement opportunities and won't be afraid to roll up their sleeves. DPWES is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Key Responsibilities : Customer Support Management : Ensures high-quality customer service by providing technical assistance, resolving issues related to Esri GIS software products and developed GIS applications, and tracks and prioritizes service requests.Spatial Analysis Management : Leads a team of GIS analysts in conducting spatial data analysis and creating maps and visual representations to uncover patterns and provides timely insights and recommendations to customers.Application Development and Administration : Translates customer requirements into solution specifications and make relevant recommendations. Designs, develops, and maintains map-driven web and mobile-based applications using the suite of ArcGIS Apps products to locate assets, capture data, and streamline field operations workflows. Leverages ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online platforms for successful application deployment.Data Management : Oversees the collection, maintenance, and integrity of the department's geospatial data. Governs and controls geodatabase layers, manages metadata, defines data models, and develops quality assurance and version control practices.ArcGIS Services and Portal Management : Configures and publishes ArcGIS map, feature, image, and geoprocessing services to make GIS resources accessible across various platforms and tools, enabling seamless sharing and interaction among multiple users. Administers ArcGIS Enterprise Portal, manages user accounts and access permissions to ensure secure and efficient use of GIS resources.Leadership and Supervision : Leads the DPWES GIS team by setting objectives and priorities, developing work schedules, ensuring cross-training in various skills and Esri products, and fostering effective collaboration with customers. Serves as the primary GIS liaison between DPWES divisions, other agencies, and the Esri vendor. Define, document, and enhances standard operating procedures (SOPs) and promotes their adoption.Department Strategy : Stays informed about advancements in the GIS industry to develop the department's multi-year GIS strategy. Proposes and executes project and staffing initiatives to implement innovative and impactful ArcGIS platform solutions that enhance department operations and introduce new capabilities.Must have proven hands-on technical and solutioning experience with various Esri software products to effectively lead, mentor, and empower the GIS team, and to exercise excellent judgment in providing customer support and advice.DPWES is a diverse, nationally accredited and award-winning public works agency with approximately 1,000 employees providing solid waste, capital facility development, wastewater, stormwater, urban forestry, and land acquisition management services for the most populous county in Virginia. Join our team to help us protect the environment and serve the people of Fairfax County by creating and preserving a sustainable community that is an ideal place to live, work and play for everyone.Fairfax County Government is committed to our employees, and offers comprehensive benefits, including a defined-benefit retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; paid leave; tuition reimbursement; and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Through our LiveWell Program and the County Benefits Division, we strive to cultivate a culture of wellbeing that empowers, educates and engages employees and retirees to make life-long choices that promote a holistic approach to their physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual and financial wellness. Please review our awesome benefits : Note : The value of the county's benefits, which are free to the employees, is 50% above the advertised salary for this position. Employment Standards MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")Graduation from a four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in information systems, computer technology, business, economics, or a related field; plus four years of programming / analysis experience, including one year of team lead or supervisory experience in a complex information systems or automated business environment.NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Science, Mathematics, or related STEM field.10+ years of proven hands-on experience with Esri software.10+ years of professional experience in architecting, implementing, and administrating enterprise IT-GIS solutions / systems that leverage the ArcGIS enterprise platform (desktop, server, and online).5+ years of demonstrated experience in supervising a GIS team and leading GIS project

of geospatial and mapping concepts such as spatial analysis, map projections, and more.Programming and scripting experience with Python, JavaScript, and / or HTML5 (modern web frameworks).Knowledge of integration of other enterprise systems (such as CMMS / EAM, CRM, ERP).GISP and PMP certified.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Ability to use keyboard-driven equipment. Job is generally sedentary. All duties performed with or without reasonable

PROCEDURE : Panel interview and may include exercise.The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home () and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and / or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact for assistance. TTY EEO / AA / TTY.#LI-JT1Merit PositionsFairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following : Medical / Vision / Dental Insurance CoverageGroup Term Life InsuranceLong Term DisabilityLiveWell ProgramFlexible Spending ProgramsPaid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more!)Paid HolidaysContributory Retirement PlanDeferred CompensationEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployees' Child Care CenterCommuter Benefit ProgramContinuous Learning OpportunitiesNOTE : Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program : For additional details please visit the Non-Merit PositionsNon-Merit Benefit Eligible : scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year.Medical / Vision / Dental Insurance CoverageFlexible Spending ProgramDeferred CompensationTemporary : scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year.No benefits01 What is the highest level of education that you have completed? Less than 12th grade High school diploma or GED Some college Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree Doctorate degree 02 If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a degree. Less than 45 quarter hours 45 to less than 90 quarter hours 90 to less than 135 quarter hours 135 to less than 180 quarter hours 180 or more quarter hours Less than 30 semester hours 30 to less than 60 semester hours 60 to less than 90 semester hours 90 to less than 120 semester hours 120 or more semester hours Not applicable 03 Please indicate the major(s) or minor(s) for your completed degree(s). Check all that apply. Information Systems Computer Technology Business Economics Computer Science Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Other (related field) Other (non-related field) Not applicable 04 If you answered "Other (related field)" or "Other (non-related field)" for the previous question, please list all of your majors and minors. If this question does not pertain to you, or you do not have a degree, enter "Not applicable". 05 How many years of full-time equivalent professional programming / analysis experience do you possess? None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five to less than six years Six to less than seven years Seven to less than eight years Eight years or more 06 How many years of full-time equivalent team lead or supervisory experience in a complex information systems or automated business environment do you possess? None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five years or more 07 How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you possess in supervising a GIS team? None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five years or more 08 How would you rate your proficiency with ArcGIS Enterprise architecture and its components? No experience Novice : limited knowledge Intermediate : moderate knowledge and experience Senior : extensive knowledge and experience Expert : could teach and train 09 How many years of full-time experience do you have in working with customers and vendors to identify requirements, develop and recommend ArcGIS platform-based solutions, and lead all project stages from planning to implementation for successful solution deployment? None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five years or more 10 How would you rate your expertise in integrating ArcGIS Enterprise to other enterprise systems? No experience Novice : limited knowledge Intermediate : moderate knowledge and experience Senior : extensive knowledge and experience Expert : could teach and train 11 How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have performing geospatial analysis using Esri software and tools? None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five years or more 12 Do you have programming and scripting experience with Python, JavaScript, and / or HTML5 (modern web frameworks)? Yes No 13 Do you have knowledge of integration of enterprise systems (such as CMMS / EAM, CRM, ERP)? Yes No 14 Please indicate which of the following certification(s) you currently possess. Check all that apply. GISP (Geographic Information Systems Professional) PMP (Project Management Professional) None of the above Required Question