What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS Manager position at MUSKINGUM WATERSHED CONSERVANCY DISTRICT?
Application Deadline: 11/1/2026
Starting Salary Range: $28.17 - $33.81 per hour, commensurate with qualifications and experience
Location: MWCD Headquarters
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Classification: Full-time
Safety Sensitive: No
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under the direct guidance of the Chief of Engineering, the GIS Manager shall assist in the development and maintenance of the MWCD GIS data sets and databases. Duties include reading and interpreting source documents, such as civil engineering plans, plot maps, and legal descriptions of property holdings. Inputs required data into a GIS system. Acts as a cartographic specialist relative to projects conducted by the engineering staff and other departments throughout the Muskingum Watershed. Advises the Chief of Engineering regarding the MWCD GIS Enterprise program. Represents the Chief of Engineering and the interests of the MWCD as necessary. Oversees the mapping of facilities and infrastructure, subdistrict and GIS programs within the District and develops and maintains the MWCD GIS data sets and databases. Supervises GIS Specialist and GIS Intern.
EQUIPMENT AND/OR SOFTWARE OPERATED/USED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive:
Computer, Microsoft Office Suite, Esri ArcGIS Pro, Adobe, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and other applicable equipment and/or software.
Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered sedentary work.
JOB DESCRIPTION
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:
25% (1)
Operates a computer workstation to update maps and datasets as new data is received; develops and maintains spatial relational databases; conducts mapping research in the field and in the office to resolve conflicting information and ensure data accuracy; utilizes utility maps, land use maps, aerial photography and digital imagery; assists and provides for the detection and quantitative assessment of spatial error within specific GIS data layers and imagery data sets; prepares maps and data sets including hard copy and electronic exhibits; Reads and interprets plat maps, legal descriptions and engineering plans; transfers data between ArcGIS Pro & AutoCAD programs.
20% (2)
Read and interpret all historic source documents and manage the input of required data into the MWCD Enterprise GIS for intranet/internet applications; experience with ESRI mobile field applications; manages the collection, input, and dissemination of MWCD facilities and infrastructure data; develops and maintains spatial relational databases of MWCD assets for quantitative and qualitative analysis; helps develop and support other MWCD departments in the development of GIS programs.
20% (3)
Maintains and manages ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Portal, and other GIS software, tools, and technologies; responsible for creation and maintenance of an intranet solution to distribute asset data to appropriate MWCD employees or the public as needed; creates GIS manuals and conducts training sessions for office and park staff and rangers utilizing GIS programs; the GIS Manager is required to interact with the public and assist the Chief of Engineering in making written reports or maps to the Board of Directors.
15% (4)
Supervises GIS Specialist and GIS Interns (e.g., schedules employee work tasks; assigns work to employees; interviews job applicants; recommends the hiring of job applicants; recommends discipline; recommends pay assignments; evaluates employee performance; receives grievances or employee complaints; approves employee leave requests; recommends the approval of leave; attends or otherwise participates in meetings in which policy questions are reviewed or discussed; assists with the development of policy; recommends policy changes)
10% (5)
Experience managing tasks and staff with extensive technical experience in geospatial data management, processes, workflows, and applications; collaborates with project managers, technical staff, and subject matter experts to deliver innovative solutions; develops custom GIS applications, scripts, and tools to improve data quality, and accessibility.
5% (6)
Attends and participates in meetings, seminars, training sessions, and conferences to improve technical knowledge; reviews literature on pertinent technical matters; assists the Chief of Engineering in meetings with government agency personnel, landowners, utilities, and other divisions to coordinate and inform about projects; the GIS Manager will be the primary MWCD contact for the managing of the Maintenance Assessment contract and address public calls/questions.
Maintains required licensures and certification, if any.
Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable safety standards that pertain to essential functions.
Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
OTHER DUTIES
5% (7)
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Attends meetings, as directed; attends training and seminars, as directed.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS: (*indicates developed after employment)
Knowledge of: Agency policies and procedures; AutoCAD; Google Earth; cartographic principles; Public Land Survey System; primary utility systems; GIS standards; geodatabases; projections.
Skilled in: Written and oral communication, remote sensing.
Ability to: Communicate effectively; problem solve; multi-task; interpret digital imagery; read legal descriptions; use Survey/GIS equipment; work well with others; work independently.
POSITIONS DIRECTLY SUPERVISED:
GIS Specialist, GIS Intern.
Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in GIS, Geography, Cartography, Environmental Planning or a related field and five (5) or more years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
None.
Salary : $28 - $34