GIS Coordinator

The City of Tomball is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented GIS Coordinator to support the development, maintenance, and expansion of the City's geographic information systems. This role is intended for a skilled GIS professional who brings a solid foundation in GIS concepts and tools, along with supporting IT knowledge, to assist with related technical needs.

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with the vision and initiative to build, modernize, and shape the City's GIS platform for the future. This includes identifying opportunities for innovation, expanding system capabilities, and delivering meaningful solutions that support planning, engineering, utilities, public safety, and other City functions.

Experience with water, gas, and sewer utilities is highly desirable and will be considered a strong plus.

 

Education and Experience – An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.

 

Education Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education

and experience).

Experience 3+ years of professional GIS experience preferred. Experience with water, gas, and sewer utility mapping or related infrastructure is a strong plus.

Licensing Driver's License

 

GIS Coordinator role within the big picture of the City's overall success.

 

The GIS Coordinator supports the development, maintenance, and expansion of the City's geographic information systems. This role is intended for a skilled GIS professional who brings a solid foundation in GIS concepts and tools, along with supporting IT knowledge, to assist with related technical needs and who has the vision and initiative to build, modernize, and shape the City's GIS platform for the future.

Experience with water, gas, and sewer utilities is highly desirable and will be considered a strong plus.

 

GIS Coordinator functions include but are not limited to the following.

• Create, update, and maintain GIS data layers, maps, and applications for City departments.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of the City's enterprise GIS system.
• Provide GIS analysis and reporting for planning, engineering, utilities, public safety, and other City functions.
• Assist with integrating GIS data with other City systems (asset management, permitting, CAD, etc.).
• Respond to requests for custom maps, data exports, and visualizations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve GIS software and data issues.
• Collaborate with IT staff on related tasks such as database management, data backups, and system integrations.
• Maintain data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with City and state standards.
• Provide GIS and technology support to end users through training and documentation.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve GIS capabilities and workflows across departments.

 

Success Framework. The following list of knowledge, skills, and abilities have been identified by our team as building blocks towards efficiency and effectiveness in this role.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency with GIS software such as ESRI ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, or similar platforms.
• Understanding of geospatial data formats (shapefiles, geodatabases, CAD files, etc.).
• Familiarity with SQL databases and basic data management.
• Knowledge of IT concepts such as networking, servers, and cloud applications is a plus.
• Experience with Python scripting, SQL queries, or other automation tools is desirable but not required.

 

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple departments and stakeholders.
• Self-starter mindset with a strong sense of ownership and initiative.
• Eagerness to build, expand, and shape the City's GIS program to support long-term growth and innovation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in local government or public sector environments.
• Knowledge of asset management systems, CAD software, or integration between GIS and enterprise systems.
• Familiarity with IT service desk support or general technical troubleshooting.

SALARY:

Hiring Range - $58,822 - $61,763 ($28.28-$29.69)

Salary Range - $58,822 - $88,254

 

*Starting salary is dependent on experience and qualifications*