Director of GIS Strategy

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Overview:

2020 Companies is now hiring a remote full-time Director of GIS Strategy

2020 Companies seeks a highly skilled and motivated GIS Director to lead our geospatial initiatives in support of exceptional field team operations.  This individual will play a pivotal role in shaping our GIS strategy, developing innovative solutions, and empowering our teams to achieve their goals using the power of location intelligence.

What's in it for you?   

• Remote work opportunity

• Competitive annual salary with weekly pay

• On-demand pay options through DailyPay

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits

• 401k program with company matching

• Paid time off and holidays

• Mobile phone reimbursement

• Scholarship opportunities for employees and families

• Employee Assistance Program

• Leadership Development Program

Job Description:

Strategic Planning and Vision

• Develop GIS Strategy: Create a comprehensive GIS vision aligned with the organization's goals, focusing on how GIS technology can optimize field team operations.

• Set Goals and Metrics: Establish clear objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of GIS initiatives in enhancing field team effectiveness.

• Technology Roadmap: Design a technology plan encompassing software and hardware updates, system upgrades, and new technology adoption to future-proof GIS support for field operations.

GIS Data Management and Infrastructure

• Data Governance: Establish and enforce data standards for quality control, consistency, and accuracy across geospatial datasets.

• Data Acquisition and Creation: Source, manage, and maintain relevant geospatial data (maps, aerial imagery, survey data, demographic data, etc.) using internal and external sources.

• Database Design and Management: Ensure the optimal design and performance of GIS databases to efficiently store, retrieve, and analyze spatial data.

• Cloud and Server Administration: Manage spatial data in cloud environments or on-premise servers, ensuring security, availability, and scalability.

GIS Applications and Services

• Custom Application Development: Develop and maintain customized GIS applications and tools tailored to field team workflows, enhancing efficiency and decision-making.

• Map and Dashboard Creation: Generate informative maps and interactive dashboards to visualize field data, track performance, and support field operations.

• Routing and Location Analysis: Provide routing guidance, optimize travel times, and analyze spatial patterns for site selection or field resource deployment.

• Mobile GIS Solutions: Implement user-friendly mobile apps for field data collection, navigation, asset inventory, and real-time updates.

Leadership, Collaboration, and Training

• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with field teams, management, IT personnel, and external clients to gather requirements and communicate GIS benefits.

• Team Building and Supervision: Manage and mentor GIS staff, including analysts, technicians, and specialists, and foster a culture of innovation.

• User Training and Support: Provide ongoing training and technical support to field teams and other users to maximize their fluency in GIS tools and their ability to leverage GIS benefits.

Project Management

• Project Planning and Execution: Design project plans, timelines, and deliverables. Manage GIS-related projects from initiation to completion.

• Vendor Relations: Build relationships with GIS software, hardware, and data suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing procurement processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, or related field.

• 5+ years of experience in a GIS leadership role, preferably in a client-services or field operations environment.

• Demonstrated expertise in Esri ArcGIS suite (ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Pro, etc.)

• Proven ability to develop custom GIS applications and tools.

• Strong understanding of spatial data management principles, databases, and cloud-based GIS solutions.

• Excellent project management skills, with a track record of meeting deadlines and budgets.

• Outstanding interpersonal skills, able to communicate complex GIS concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.

What You Can Expect From 2020 Companies
We welcome every voice, and we are committed to building a truly inclusive environment where your differences are not just welcomed, they are celebrated. We are always identifying opportunities to encourage our team to be their authentic selves, while working to provide a best-in-class experience for our employees. Whether that’s paid holidays, long-term career pathing options, personal development opportunities or professional stretch assignments, you can expect 2020 Companies to support you.

2020’s Commitment
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organization and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other dimensions of identity.