About the Role
This job was posted by <https://www.kansasworks.com> : For more information, please see: <https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13674738>
Department:\\* Engineering
Location:\\* Wichita Headquarters or Topeka Headquarters
Definition and Examples of Work
Administer and maintain KTA's ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online
environments, including configuration, upgrades, performance, user access, roles, permissions, and licensing.
Oversee enterprise GIS projects, programs, application development,
data collection, and related integrations with IT and business systems.
Manage GIS data development, maintenance, standards, governance,
lifecycle processes, and quality control for asset, operational,
right-of-way, parcel, and other enterprise datasets.
Configure and support GIS applications, web maps, dashboards, field
data collection workflows, and GIS-enabled solutions for operational users and leadership.
Translate business needs into GIS workflows, tools, and solutions
that support infrastructure, asset management, engineering,
maintenance, facilities, and operational activities.
Develop GIS scope and deliverable requirements; coordinate data
collection efforts; review deliverables from staff, consultants,
vendors, and external partners.
Provide training, guidance, and support to internal staff on GIS
tools, data collection, updates, and best practices.
Serve as KTA's GIS subject matter expert and coordinate with KDOT,
consultants, vendors, and other partners on shared data, standards,
services, and specialized solutions.
Engage stakeholders across the organization, organize GIS Steering
Committee meetings as needed, and align GIS initiatives with organizational priorities.
Evaluate and recommend GIS technologies, software tools, licensing
needs, workflow improvements, program priorities, and annual budget recommendations.
Stay current on Esri technologies and industry best practices;
monitor and report on GIS program and budget items.
Latitude and Impact of Position
This position works independently and as part of a team, including providing input and problem solving with others to complete tasks.
Decision making is typically done independently in regard to decisions affecting the individual/department work tasks, with occasional decisions requiring supervisor approval. Makes purchase decisions within budgetary limitations and makes decisions related to monetary transactions, write-offs, waiver of charges, and contractual commitments. Participates in short and long-term planning.
Uses negotiation, persuasion and diplomacy with internal customers and external stakeholders and vendors. Successful completion of job tasks impacts operating costs, internal system, customer satisfaction,
external company image and liability.
Work Environment The work environment described here is representative of the general work environment for the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made To Enable Individuals With Disabilities To Perform The Essential
functions.
Primarily works in a general office environment using computers,
electronic devices, phones, and related office equipment.
Occasional field work with exposure to outdoor environments.
Personal protective equipment required occasionally.
The Kansas Turnpike Authority is an equal and affirmative action
employer. We provide all employees and applicants for employment with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion,
gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity,
citizenship, immigration status, marital status, military status, any covered veteran status, disability status, genetic information,
caregiving responsibilities or any other basis prohibited by law.\*
You may also be subject to the following pre-employm nt requirements:
credit check, background check, educational validation, physical, drug and nicotine testing, and driver's license check.\*