City of Torrance

The City of Torrance is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader for the newly created position of Information Technology Manager - Geographic Information Systems (GIS). This is an exciting opportunity for a visionary GIS professional to help shape the future of the City's GIS program. The Information Technology Manager - GIS will provide strategic leadership, establish the foundation for a modern, enterprise GIS program, and play a key role in building the division's structure, standards, and culture. This pivotal role offers a unique platform to influence citywide decision-making and leave a lasting impact by designing and growing a high-value GIS program that serves the entire organization. The Information Technology Manager - GIS plans, organizes, and manages the activities of the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Division, overseeing the planning, development, implementation, integration, and support of the City's GIS program, including enterprise systems, geospatial data, and location intelligence services. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Develop strategic plans, roadmaps, and priorities for the City's GIS program. Project Management: Lead and manage complex GIS projects, including requirements gathering, design, implementation, and deployment. Enterprise Administration: Oversee the administration of the Esri Enterprise environment, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise with Portal, ArcGIS Online, and related applications. GIS Governance & Standards: Establish and enforce GIS policies, standards, best practices, and change management processes. Geospatial Data Management: Direct the management, integration, quality, and security of spatial databases and GIS data warehouses. Programming & Automation Management: Guide GIS programming and automation efforts using Python, SQL, JavaScript, and related technologies. Consultation & Advisory Services: Act as an internal consultant to City departments, providing expert guidance to maximize the value of GIS technologies for operational efficiency, analysis, and informed decision-making. Staff Leadership & Development: Manage GIS technical staff and provide day-to-day leadership to ensure a high-performance, customer-focused work environment. Training & Outreach: Promote GIS adoption through developing and delivering training, publications, and presentations across the City.