Director, GIS

<strong>Company Description</strong><br><br><strong>Job Description</strong><br><br>The Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI) leverages technology to drive opportunity, improve public safety, and help government run better across New York City. From delivering affordable broadband to protecting against cybersecurity threats and building digital government services, OTI is at the forefront of how the City delivers for New Yorkers in the 21st century. Watch our welcome video to see our work in action, follow us on social media @NYCOfficeofTech, and visit oti.nyc.gov to learn more. <br><br>At OTI, we offer great benefits, and the chance to work on projects that have a meaningful impact on millions of people. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and collaborate with other passionate professionals who share your drive and commitment to making a difference through technology. <br><br>We are seeking a Director of GIS to lead our team of GIS analysts, shape our GIS strategy, and drive modernization and innovation. As part of the OTI Applications division, you'll oversee managers and GIS analysts working on mission-critical GIS systems, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and cloud services. Your role includes mentoring staff, promoting innovation, optimizing GIS data and development workflows, and enhancing cost efficiency in product delivery and maintenance. <br><br>The Director of GIS will have the following responsibilities: <br>-Develop and implement a comprehensive GIS strategy that supports the agency's mission and business objectives<br>-Lead a team of GIS professionals in the design, development, and maintenance of GIS databases, services, applications, and maps <br>-Lead and mentor GIS analysts and data specialists to ensure high-quality delivery <br>-Collaborate with architects and developers to design, maintain, and optimize GIS infrastructure <br>-Define GIS product roadmaps, establish performance indicators, and ensure delivery throughout product lifecycles <br>-Provide technical expertise and guidance to staff and management on GIS-related matters <br>-Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders and partners to advance the agency's GIS initiatives <br>-Work with GIS and Data Engineering teams across the city to build citywide GIS and 3D mapping solutions <br>-Work with various City departments, utilities, universities, and private companies to visualize and analyze data critical to citywide spatial programs, including underground infrastructure <br>-Help teams across the city to better utilize GIS technology in business applications <br>-Provide leadership to the GIS unit, including staff development, retention, and recruiting<br>-Manage special projects and initiatives.<br><br>HOURS/SHIFT<br>Day - Due to the necessary management duties of this position in a 24/7 operation, the candidate may be required to be on call and work various shifts such as weekends and/or nights/evenings. <br><br>WORK LOCATION<br>Brooklyn, NY<br><br>TO APPLY<br>* Special Note: Taking and passing civil service exams are necessary to maintain employment with the City of New York. Please check the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) website (http://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/html/work/exam_monthly.shtml) for important exam filing information. Please ensure that you are either a permanent employee in the civil service title listed on this posting, or, that you file for the examination when there is an open filing period. For more information regarding the civil service process, please visit the DCAS website at: http://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/html/work/work.shtml <br><br>* Interested applicants with other civil service titles who meet the preferred requirements should also submit a resume for consideration<br><br>Please go to www.cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID #758527<br><br>SUBMISSION OF A RESUME IS NOT A GUARANTEE THAT YOU WILL RECEIVE AN INTERVIEW<br>APPOINTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO OVERSIGHT APPROVAL<br><br>This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program.<br>Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a program<br><br>OTI participates in E-Verify<br><br>TELECOMMUNICATION MANAGER - 82984<br><br><strong>Qualifications</strong><br><br>1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by 24 credits in the field of voice and/or data telecommunications or in a pertinent scientific, technical, electronic or related area, and four years of satisfactory fulltime experience in the performance of analytical, planning, operational, technical, or administrative duties in a voice and/or data telecommunications or closely related electronics planning, management, and/or service organization, one year of which must have been in a highly specialized capacity and 18 months must have been in an executive, managerial, or administrative capacity or in the supervision of staff performing work in the voice and/or data telecommunications field; or <br>2. An associate degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by 12 credits in the field of voice and/or data telecommunications or in a pertinent, scientific, technical, electronic or related area and five years of experience as described in "1" above; or <br>3. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above. However, all candidates must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and one year of the specialized experience as described in "1" above and must possess the 18 months of executive, managerial, administrative or supervisory experience as described in "1" above.<br><br><strong>Additional Information</strong><br><br>The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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