Job Summary:
Oversees the Designing, coding, and maintenance of in-house Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software for custom applications and augmentations to existing Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) software by the GIS team.

Model ADOT values through leading, coaching and developing problem solvers to implement and sustain a continuous improvement culture. Leaders are accountable, transparent, and communicative as they foster an inclusive, diverse, and safe environment.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties:

• Works with management teams within ITG and outside stakeholders to ensure ongoing GIS work aligns with strategic goals.
• Supervises the staff by defining and establishing schedules, setting priorities, providing support/direction and dealing with administrative issues as needed.
• Reviews and recommends improvements to existing architectures and security practices.
• Coaches team members on performance, complete employee performance evaluations and recommends pay actions.
• Trains staff on operational procedures and troubleshooting techniques.
• Other duties as assigned as related to the position.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge:

• Thorough working knowledge of programming languages, database management systems, development platforms, and systems integration, as well as general knowledge of GIS systems, spatial data and development platforms.
• Thorough working knowledge of the organization's methodologies and tools.
• Thorough working knowledge of the organization's policies and procedures.

Skill:

• Strong customer service skills
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
• Excellent time management skills

Ability:

• Demonstrated ability to balance, prioritize and organize multiple tasks
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in teams and across organizations
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize feedback and adjust plans accordingly
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships inside and outside the organization
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and develop in new programming languages, APIs, and platforms
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate and test emerging technologies
• Ability to use and put into practice the programming language(s) used in GIS
• Ability to translate project timelines into work schedules for teams.
• Ability to coach and develop employees, including continuous improvement practices and principles

Selective Preference(s):
Bachelor's degree plus 3 or more years of experience in related discipline (or equivalent experience) preferred.