Mapping & GIS Supervisor at City of Portland, OR

About the Department

Job Appointment: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8 am-5 pm. An alternate schedule may be available.
Work Location: 1120 SW 5TH AVE, PORTLAND, OR 97204
Benefits: For an overview of the benefits for this position, you can visit our benefits tab.
Union Representation: Non-represented, no union affiliation

Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to attach a resume and a cover letter.

The City of Portland is seeking to fill a Mapping & GIS Supervisor position within the Portland Bureau of Transportation. The Mapping and GIS Supervisor works within PBOT’s Technical Services Division and will lead the GIS Maintenance & Support team (GMS).  The GMS Team is comprised of primarily GIS Technician IIs and IIIs. The GMS division is PBOT’s lead provider of Geographic Information System practices.

The Mapping and GIS Supervisor will lead a full complement of Geographic Information System projects and maintenance across our bureau, including but not limited to mapping and upkeep of our bureau’s assets and various GIS and mapping needs to support Vision Zero and other complex business needs across a diverse set of trades.
 
 This position plans, organizes, and supervises the work of professional and technical staff responsible for the development and conversion of engineering maps and records to digitized and electronic formats to be used in geographical information systems (GIS) and various programs and projects.

What you'll get to do:

• Develop practices, policies, and procedures for day-to-day operations of GIS programs and projects; establish goals and direction and communicate expectations to staff.
• Direct, supervise, and participate in the development, management, and evaluation of GIS and information systems’ programs and activities
• Supervise and participate in the development, modification, and upgrading of integrated mapping systems, applications, and databases; perform and monitor tests for deployment of software upgrades and configuration 
• Provide spatial database administration, and perform software upgrades
• Research and implement new technology 
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders around existing / new opportunities  
• Recruit, hire, schedule, assign work to, and supervise staff including interns, part-time staff, consultants, and casual/seasonal employees 
• Set and evaluate performance requirements and personal development targets; provide instruction for performance improvement and development; evaluate performance and complete annual performance reviews; recommend discipline as necessary; organize and lead staff meetings. 
• Provide ongoing assistance, direction, and leadership, and create a positive and supportive work environment; promote an equitable workplace that demonstrates an environment respectful of living and working in a multicultural society 
• Support information technology (IT) system services and activities of assigned unit; assist with the planning, implementation, and testing of IT systems and software; troubleshoot IT issues and lead technical training.  

An ideal candidate will possess advanced knowledge of contemporary GIS tools, practices, and techniques, strong communication and leadership skills, experience supervising multiple professionals with diverse communication preferences and backgrounds and foster exceptional relationships (customer service mindset) with internal and external stakeholders.

The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) is a community partner in shaping a livable city. We plan, build, manage and maintain an effective and safe transportation system that provides people and businesses access and mobility. We keep Portland moving.
For more information about the Portland Bureau of Transportation, please visit www.portlandoregon.gov/pbot.  
  
The Portland Bureau of Transportation embraces diversity, models inclusivity, and promotes equity through its service delivery, internal operations, organizational culture, and in its work with partners and the community.

The current vacancy is within the Portland Bureau of Transportation; however, this list may be utilized to fill future vacancies within the Portland Bureau of Environmental Services.

Position Duties

Applicants should specifically address and demonstrate in their cover letter and résumé how their education, training, and/or experience meet each of the following minimum qualifications:

1. Knowledge of principles, methods, and techniques relevant to the implementation, management, and enhancement of GIS user applications’ including functionalities such as: analytic tools and techniques, operation, and quality control/assurance.
2. Knowledge of principles and standards of employee supervision including training, scheduling, and performance evaluation.
3. Ability to plan, organize and supervise the work of professional and technical staff, interns, and consultants.
4. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
5. Experience assessing user business needs and development requirements, specifications, and design to deliver GIS mobile solutions. 

Minimum Qualifications

STEP 1: Apply online between September 29, 2025, and October 13, 2025

• Cover letter.
  • Details are key! The city uses a merit-based system, so your cover letter should be thorough and specifically address each qualification listed in the "To Qualify" section of the job announcement. Your cover letter can exceed one page to ensure you can provide detailed information for every qualification. Follow the instructions, as a subject matter expert will be evaluating your details to confirm that you meet the minimum requirements.
• Resume
• Answer to Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)
• Optional Application Materials:
• If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) by the closing date of the recruitment.
• Application Tips:
• Your cover letter can exceed one page but no more than three, to ensure you can provide detailed information for every qualification. A subject matter expert will evaluate your details to confirm that you meet the minimum requirements.
• Your résumé should support the details described in your cover letter.
• How We Determine Pay: The City of Portland is covered by theOregon Equal Pay Act. Your salary is determined based on the experience listed in your resume that is directly related and equivalent to the position for which you are applying.  It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid, regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all your relevant experience.
• E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
• Do not attach any additional documents.
• Please note that all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.
• You can use AI tools to assist with your job application, but please make sure to personalize your responses to supplemental questions. Avoid copying and pasting. We encourage the use of AI to generate ideas and then tailor them to reflect your own experiences and skills.
• All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. 

• An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and cover letter, is weighted 100%.
• Your resume and cover letter will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.
• You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you would like to review and discuss your evaluation results. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information.
• Additional evaluation may be required before the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.

• Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.

• The hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview.
• Please note, that the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.

• A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.

Other Qualifications

Click here for additional information regarding the following:

• City of Portland Core Values
• Recruitment Process - Work Status
• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Veteran Preference
• ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations