Job Title:
GIS Project Manager
Company: Tech Valley Talent
Location: Albany, NY
Created: 2026-05-09
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager in Geospatial Technologies.Step into a pivotal role that combines leadership, technical expertise, and innovative problem-solving. Tech Valley Talent (TVT) is seeking a dedicated Project Manager to oversee and coordinate complex geospatial projects supporting our client's diverse program areas. This long-term engagement offers a unique chance to contribute to impactful public sector initiatives while managing a talented team in a dynamic environment.In this role, you'll be the driving force behind our GIS support efforts, ensuring seamless data creation, editing, and maintenance across various platforms. You will manage the Client's Enterprise GIS platform, oversee the ArcGIS Online environment, and collaborate closely with web development teams to publish online maps. Your expertise will guide the automation of GIS workflows through Python scripting, enhance data query capabilities via SQL, and facilitate user support for access and functionality issues.Daily Tasks:Creating, editing, and maintaining geospatial data and custom map projectsManaging and supporting the Enterprise GIS platform and ArcGIS Online environmentDeveloping and publishing maps for authority websites, ensuring web accessibility standards are metCollaborating with web developers to publish online maps and spatial data solutionsQuerying enterprise SQL databases for data extraction and analysisAutomating GIS processes using Python scripting to optimize workflowsProviding technical support and training to staff on GIS platform access and functionalitiesEnsuring data integrity and security across all GIS-related activitiesContributing to team objectives through additional duties as requiredRequired Skills:Proven experience managing GIS projects in a professional settingAdvanced knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Online, and ArcGIS EnterpriseProficiency with Python scripting for GIS automationSQL query development skills for enterprise databasesFamiliarity with geocoding tools, data standards, and map creation techniquesExcellent troubleshooting and user support capabilitiesAbility to translate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholdersNice to Have Skills:Certification as a Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP) or ESRI ArcGIS Professional CertificationExperience with web accessibility standards for public-facing mapsFamiliarity with US Census Bureau data sources and data query techniquesExperience with R LanguageKnowledge of web development processes related to GIS publishingEducation and Experience:Bachelor's Degree in Geography, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related fieldA minimum of 3-5 years of professional GIS project management experience, preferably within the public sectorOther Requirements:Ability to work remotely within Albany, NY, with occasional travel as neededStrong commitment to high-quality service and data security standardsTake the next step in your career by leading essential GIS projects that support clean energy initiatives in New York State. If you're a proactive, detail-oriented professional with a passion for geospatial technology and project management, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join a dedicated team committed to delivering innovative IT solutions for the public good.TVT is an Information Technology (IT) professional business leader providing IT services to the public sector. Our firm is founded on the values of high integrity, trust, honesty, and commitment. We take pride in providing exceptional value to our clients by supplying and delivering the best IT project-based and hourly talent across the nation. We are business partners with many technology solution providers such as IBM, AWS, Google, Microsoft, Oracle, Tableau, Salesforce, and others. Tech Valley Talent provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.