Job Description

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties, locations, and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description, and incumbent(s) may be required to perform work-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description. This job description is not a "contract" between the employee and the Authority. The job duties and essential functions may be changed at the discretion of the General Manager.
General

Job Title:GIS Technical LeadJob Code:P0479Supervises Directly:NoNew or Revised:RevisedRegular or At-Will:At-WillDate Last Revised:1/7/2026Exempt or Non-Exempt:ExemptCompensation Approval Signature: Union/ Non-Union:Non-UnionDepartment Name and Division:
IT - Enterprise Solutions.

Information Technology
Salary Schedule: Non-Union Salary RangeCost Center Code: 601009Grade:NU17Essential Position:NoReports To:Manager, Work & Asset Management SystemsEEO Code:ProfessionalsWork FormatHybrid

Role Description:
The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technical Lead shall participate in and/or lead enterprise development initiatives by working with an Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) centric development application: to include developing ESRI based maps, converting and standardizing legacy data into ESRI web-based service products, and to partner and develop GIS and related applications and technology based on the requirements of the business community.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Administers ArcGIS Enterprise environment including maintenance, upgrades, and support.
• Develops ESRI applications, Interfaces and Add-ons supporting various enterprise applications.
• Works with DBAs, Network Team & IT Infrastructure Team to support and manage existing ESRI environments at DC Water.
• Validates and implements new ESRI products and third-party add-ons based on business demand as well as help DC Water with routine product upgrades.
• Custom interface and application development using REST services, Net, Python, SQL etc.
• Assists work and asset management group in design, development, and optimization of GIS layer in line with Enterprise Work and Asset Management Program.
• Supports various asset loading on a regular basis.
• Works closely with operations teams to support custom field applications.
• Works with our Customer Service Team to update our impervious area information.
• Works with cross-functional IT teams to automate High Impact but repetitious task.
• Provides GIS support to a wide array of users.
• Performs other work-related projects and assignments at the discretion of the immediate supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Key Working Relationships: Interacts with Senior and Executive Level Staff members and employees throughout the Authority, representatives from other organizations and agencies, community groups, the public, etc.

Skills & Qualifications:
The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability necessary for an individual to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable amounts of training are provided.

Required Skills & Qualifications
Required Experience:
Five (5) to Seven (7) years of experience with ArcGIS and other GIS tools (ArcGIS for Desktop, ArcGIS for Server, ArcGIS Online), utilities and databases; advanced GIS modeling, spatial analysis, and spatial application development techniques and geographic data design; data structures; and spatial database design, construction, and implementation
Minimum Education Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, GIS, Civil Engineering, Geography or an equivalent combination of education and experience, consisting of a high school diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate and nine (9) years of experience with ArcGIS and other GIS tools (ArcGIS for Desktop, ArcGIS for Server, ArcGIS Online), utilities and databases; advanced GIS modeling, spatial analysis, and spatial application development techniques and geographic data design; data structures; and spatial database design, construction, and implementationRequired Skills:Experience in managing large geo-relational data development in a managed data environment, including versioned relational databases and storage area networks. Experience with development languages and tools such as: Visual Studio .NET, Arc Objects, SQL, Python, JavaScript, Adobe Flex, and other spatial data processing/development tools.Hands-on knowledge of ESRI Production Mapping suite of tools, including Data Review, Workflow Manager, Task Assistant Manager.Experience in managing ESRI versions and versioning schemes. Experience in ESRI Geodatabase (SDE) AdministrationExperience managing ESRI Portal / ArcGIS OnlineUtility network experienceExperience in Trimble UnityExperience in ESRI ArcGIS Apps - ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, Field Maps, Experience BuilderRequired Licenses & Certifications:N/ARequired Languages:EnglishPhysical Requirements: General office conditions

Preferred Skills & Qualifications
Preferred Experience:N/APreferred Education Requirements:N/APreferred Skills:N/APreferred Licenses or Certifications:N/A

*The work environment characteristics described in the physical requirements section of the required skills & qualifications table are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.