> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1674934-gis-governance-professional](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1674934-gis-governance-professional). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# GIS Governance Professional

- **Company:** Stellar Professionals
- **Location:** Richmond, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Governance, Meta-Data Management, Spatial Data Infrastructures, Workflow Management Systems, Esri GIS (Software)
- **Published:** July 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/1d9f4bfc-e6c1-44a8-921a-ca060e9ad3ca

## About the Role

(Note: This is not a standard GIS Analyst or Map-Maker role. Candidates must have hands-on experience establishing enterprise data governance practices.)

We are seeking a senior GIS Governance Coordinator to establish, improve, and manage enterprise geospatial governance. If you excel at defining data lifecycle standards, creating workforce skill models, and bridging technical GIS concepts with leadership strategy, this position is for you., Candidates must have at least 8 years of experience in each of the following areas:

 * Enterprise GIS Environments: In-depth knowledge of GIS principles and technologies, including Esri tools, enterprise geodatabases, and spatial data services.
 * Data Governance: Strong background in stewardship, metadata management, lifecycle governance, and data quality concepts.
 * Project & Stakeholder Management: Proven experience coordinating cross-functional teams and managing complex initiatives.
 * Process & Workflow Design: Expertise in research, analytical thinking, workflow documentation, and process optimization.
 * Governance Documentation: Clear ability to draft policy documents and communicate technical findings to non-technical audiences.

Preferred Skills

 * Prior experience in geospatial governance or transportation data domains.
 * Experience building competency models for technical GIS roles.

## Description

* Enterprise GIS Governance: Define and manage data quality standards, metadata guidelines, and spatial data lifecycle practices.
 * Cross-Functional Coordination: Drive adoption of GIS governance policies across various business departments.
 * Workforce & Skill Models: Develop workforce role standards and skill competency frameworks for technical disciplines.
 * Leadership Reporting: Write governance documentation and present complex spatial data strategies to non-technical stakeholders and executive committees.


## Related Videos

- [Data Governance in the Era of AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1622-data-governance-in-the-era-of-ai)
- [Times of (climate) crisis - How and why sustainable software is a must!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/988-times-of-climate-crisis-how-and-why-sustainable-software-is-a-must)
- [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture)
- [Unlocking Value from Data: The Key to Smarter Business Decisions-](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1367-unlocking-value-from-data-the-key-to-smarter-business-decisions)
- [Kettle and Pot or Peas in a Pod? A Debate on Open-Source and Proprietary Software](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1585-kettle-and-pot-or-peas-in-a-pod-a-debate-on-open-source-and-proprietary-software)
- [AI beyond the code: Master your organisational AI implementation.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1248-ai-beyond-the-code-master-your-organisational-ai-implementation)

## Related Articles

- [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers)
- [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk)
- [Got AI ideas but no money? Here are 10 free ways to level up your AI skills with Google Cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/600-got-ai-ideas-but-no-money-here-are-10-free-ways-to-level-up-your-ai-skills-with-google-cloud)
- [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023)
- [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk)
- [Graph and AI Trends 2026: Why Is AI Running but Not Yet Delivering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/680-graph-and-ai-trends-2026-why-is-ai-running-but-not-yet-delivering)