About the Role
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Supervisor (PM26-02)
Help shape the future of GIS at Brazos Electric-Waco, TX
Brazos Electric Power Cooperative is seeking an experienced GIS Supervisor to lead the Cooperative’s enterprise GIS strategy, geospatial data, mapping services, spatial analytics, and GIS technology. This role will strengthen how GIS supports engineering, operations, construction, project management, asset management, finance, business development, and executive decision-making.
The GIS Supervisor will combine technical expertise, strategic leadership, and people management to advance GIS capabilities and explore emerging technologies such as AI, LiDAR, drones, Utility Network, and Digital Twin solutions.
What You’ll Do
Develop and execute the enterprise GIS strategy, standards, governance, and technology roadmap.
Oversee enterprise geospatial databases, ensuring data quality, security, accuracy, metadata, and disaster recovery.
Coordinate imagery, GPS, survey, and LiDAR programs.
Support web and mobile GIS applications and integration with ERP, SCADA, OMS, Asset Management, and engineering systems.
Evaluate emerging GIS technologies, including AI, drone applications, Utility Network, and Digital Twin capabilities.
Support executive dashboards, spatial analytics, emergency response, and business intelligence initiatives.
Lead, coach, and develop GIS employees while establishing goals, priorities, and performance expectations.
Manage Esri licensing, consultants, vendors, departmental budgets, and technology initiatives.
Collaborate across departments to improve business processes and expand the effective use of GIS.
Promote cybersecurity, safety, compliance, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience.
Prefer 8 years of progressively responsible GIS, geospatial technology, utility mapping, spatial data management, or related experience.
Electric utility GIS experience preferred.
Minimum 3 years of leadership, supervisory, or significant cross-functional leadership experience.
Relevant military education, technical training, and leadership experience may be considered.
Preferred Certifications: GISP, Esri Enterprise Administration, ArcGIS Professional, PMP; FAA Part 107 certification is recommended.
Join Brazos Electric
This is an opportunity to lead an enterprise GIS program that connects people, technology, assets, and data across the Cooperative. If you’re ready to advance GIS capabilities, develop a talented team, and help drive data-informed decisions, we invite you to apply at <https://joblinkapply.com/Joblink/6972>
Brazos Electric Power Cooperative, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The company does not sponsor employment visas, including H-1B visas, and does not participate in student visa training extensions or related employer-supported work authorization programs, including F-1 OPT or STEM OPT, due to administrative limitations.
With a history dating back to 1941, Brazos Electric has grown and evolved over the years to serve the changing needs of our member-owner co-ops and their customers throughout Texas.
Brazos Electric
Cooperative provides transmission and distribution services for 16 Texas electric co-ops whose service territory extends across 68 counties from the Texas Panhandle to Houston. Those 16 co-ops are the member-owners of Brazos Electric, and our board of directors is comprised of one representative from each of our member-owners.
Brazos Electric offers competitive pay and benefits for you and your family, a welcoming culture, and the opportunity to advance. Search our current career opportunities: <https://joblinkapply.com/Joblink/6972>