
Manager, Geographic Information Systems
Required skills
- GIS
- Geographic Information Systems
- Cartography
- ESRI applications
- GIS data management principles
- database management
- Python scripting
- IT
- technical GIS role
- background clearance
Nice to have
- public safety sector
- command center software suite
- complex software ecosystems
- deployment projects
- resource scheduling
- capacity planning
Role summary
Motorola Solutions is seeking a Manager, Geographic Information Systems to lead a team of GIS professionals in deploying public safety and command center software for public safety agencies. This role requires strong leadership, resource planning, technical expertise, and project management skills to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance. Responsibilities include overseeing deployment projects, managing resources, conducting discovery events, evaluating business processes, and acting as a liaison between technical teams and customers. A BS/BA in GIS, Geography, Cartography or equivalent, with 5+ years of related experience in IT, computer science, or a technical GIS role, is preferred, along with experience in ESRI applications, GIS data management, database management, and Python scripting.
Company Overview
At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.
Department Overview
The GIS and Location Services organization is the team that delivers solutions and ongoing services to the public safety sector by specializing in the foundational engine of geographic information systems and the data that powers Motorola Solutions technologies. We are committed to providing technology, tools and services which will allow customers to focus on their mission, and enable them to respond faster with smarter and safer decisions. We deploy and support products such as Computer Aided Dispatch, Records Management Systems, Jail Management Systems and Mobile Data Computing, among other offerings.Job Description
The Geographic Information System Manager will manage a team of GIS professionals that lead the GIS deployment processes of Motorola’s public safety and command center software suite within complex software ecosystems for public safety agencies. This role requires a strong blend of leadership, resource planning, technical expertise, and project management skills to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of the software applications.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and provide support for the implementation of deployment projects and will act and be recognized as the leader / focal point for all aspects of their teams assigned project(s). Further responsible for ensuring their team is delivering the contractual scope, on schedule and within budget, while maintaining customer satisfaction.
- Responsible for resource scheduling and capacity planning across multiple deployment streams to maximize utilization.
- Ensure your team is leading the efforts to conduct discovery events to gain a comprehensive understanding of the customer’s current business processes and GIS data needs.
- Evaluate existing business processes to identify opportunities for improvement. Provide tailored recommendations regarding the configuration and application of solutions to address identified needs and optimize operational efficiency.
- Facilitate business process reengineering initiatives by analyzing workflows and recommending innovative changes. Lead workshops and discussions to collaboratively develop new processes that align with organizational objectives.
- Act as a liaison between technical resources, engineers, project managers, and managers to communicate customer needs effectively. Partner with project managers throughout the project lifecycle, from inception to conclusion, to ensure timely delivery of software solutions while adhering to scope and budget constraints.
Preferred Qulifications:
- BS/BA in GIS, Geography, Cartography or equivalent discipline and 5+ years of related job experience with a strong background in IT, computer science, or a highly technical GIS role.
- Experience with ESRI applications, GIS data management principles, database management and Python scripting required.
Target Base Salary Range: $95,000 - $105,000 USD
Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.
Basic Requirements
Required Skills:
- High School diploma, BS/BA in GIS, Geography, Cartography or 5+ years of related job experience with a strong background in IT, computer science, or a highly technical GIS role.
- Must be able to obtain background clearance as required by government customer.
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.
Travel Requirements
NoneRelocation Provided
NonePosition Type
ExperiencedReferral Payment Plan
YesOur U.S. Benefits include:
Incentive Bonus Plans
Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
401K with Company Match
10 Paid Holidays
Generous Paid Time Off Packages
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Parental & Family Leave
and more!
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.
We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.
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Add Two Numbers Represented as Strings Add two non-negative integers represented as strings. Input: num1 = "456", num2 = "77" Output: "533" Explanation: Performs character-by-character addition from right to left, carrying the 1 from 6+7=13 to the next decimal place.
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Valid Word Abbreviation Determine if a string matches a valid word abbreviation. Input: word = "apple", abbr = "a2e" Output: FALSE Explanation: The abbreviation claims exactly 2 characters are skipped between 'a' and 'e', but "ppl" is actually 3 characters long.
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