GIS Supervisor (Remote Sensing Unit/Photogrammetry)

This position assists in the supervision of all activities related to the daily operations and post-processing of all Photogrammetry and imagery data compiled by the Remote Sensing Unit., * Supervises and works along with staff in Photogrammetry data extraction/compilation generated and maintained by the Office of Engineering. Oversees and assists in production of detailed Photogrammetry derivative products as requested.

• Supervises the development, implementation, and upgrading of the latest technology with Photogrammetry applications. Establishes equipment and product needs, including computer hardware and software and writes justifications for purchase.
• Serves as the designated DOTD representative to federal, state and local agencies, the Photogrammetry industry and the public.
• Represents DOTD in Photogrammetry activities pertaining to enterprise implementation, data collection, mapping and analysis at GIS conferences, seminars, workshops, and training sessions to improve and stay abreast of the latest advances in Photogrammetry and related technologies.
• Supervises and assists in the production of various types of graphics and digital or photographic slides of special purpose maps, GIS statistics and results of modeling using a variety of software products including production of high-level GIS demonstrations with multimedia hardware and software.

Do you have experience in Technology management?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, Six years of experience in using geographic information systems (GIS), using digital mapping and/or surveying technology, or in aerial photography; OR

Twelve semester hours in a computer science, GIS, or geospatial field plus five years of experience in using geographic information systems, using digital mapping and/or surveying technology, or in aerial photography; OR

A bachelor’s degree with twelve semester hours in a computer science, GIS, or geospatial field plus four years of experience in using geographic information systems, using digital mapping and/or surveying technology, or in aerial photography.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Year’s Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veteran’s Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to)

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available - https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp.

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.