Geographic Information Systems Specialist

Do you have experience using geographic data to help with land use planning? Are you intrigued to see how you can help the City of Leawood show residents where the snowplow is on their streets? How about helping the Parks department map specialty trees in Leawood, the city of trees? Are you ready for the next step in your career?

 THE CITY OF LEAWOOD, KANSAS is looking for a
Geographic Information Systems Specialist

 The City of Leawood is expanding its GIS functions and is adding a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist. The GIS Specialist will work with the City’s Asset Management Coordinator to implement and operate the Citywide Geographic Information System. The primary focus of the position will be on developing GIS data quality control, accuracy, and support, various mapping projects and support for multiple City departments on GIS-related projects. The GIS Specialist will also assist in the development of web services related to GIS information.

You will get to work on a variety of projects, which may include developing a mapping system to be used in storm water inspections, assisting the planning and public works teams in analyzing the city’s population density and environmental constraints when it comes to reviewing existing infrastructure and adding new developments, and helping the fire department in analyzing fire response rates. 

 You might be the ideal person to join the city as our GIS Specialist if you:

• Have a self-starter mindset, problem solver, team player attitude, and strive for excellence.
• Enjoy solving problems and applying geographic information systems principles across multiple facets.
• Like working with cross-functional teams on various projects.
• Enjoy watching a project grow from data on paper to identifying patterns and relationships.
• Are interested in career development and growth in geographic information systems.

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in geography, geographical information systems, environmental science, or a related field, and three (3) years of experience using GIS software and tools. 

Preferred Requirements: Certification in Geographic Information systems, working knowledge of municipal infrastructure and assets, and familiarity with web mapping technologies, including ArcGIS and asset management software systems.  Experience in municipality information technology is preferred.

Accepting Applications through December 11, 2024

Target hiring range: $29.84 / hour - $32.82 / hour, DOQ ($62,067.20 - $68,265.60 / annually)

Ready to Learn More?

 Visit the posting link located at careers.leawood.org.