Job Summary: GIS Team Lead – Distribution Area Support

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are essential to Georgia Power's strategic initiatives, technological advancements, and daily operations. As the primary data source and asset repository, GIS covers land, distribution, and lighting facilities, serving as the foundation for both current and future application development. The position is primarily based in Valdosta, with occasional travel required to Georgia Power Distribution offices in Albany, Bainbridge, Tifton, and Waycross. The GIS Team Lead will be responsible for directing the work and managing the performance of two GIS Technicians within the Geographic Solutions & Services (GSS) organization and will act as the primary supervisory contact for other organizations within the designated area. Additionally, the role involves training and enhancing the skills of employees within and outside of GSS, as appropriate, in the use of DistGIS, ArcPro, Express Sketch, ArcFM Mobile, DistView, and other GSS applications. It also includes overseeing the input, processing, and maintenance of Distribution data, ensuring compliance with Geographic Solutions & Services procedures and Southern Company's GIS Data strategy. Occasional after-hours participation in storm restoration is required.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required  Bachelor’s degree in computer science, GIS, Geography, Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Geomatics/Mathematics preferred Master’s degree is a plus

Experience

Previous GIS work experience such as GIS Specialist or Analyst required  Experience with Utility GIS system is strongly preferred.  Working knowledge of electrical utility distribution systems preferred. Knowledge of ESRI products preferred Clear understanding of the relationships between field processes and tools to data management and data integrity required Experience with Outage Managements Systems (OMS/ADMS) such as Oracle NMS, GE ADMS, etc. is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products, Microsoft 365, and ESRI products Must be able to lead and develop a diverse workforce, maximize team effectiveness, set clear expectations of those around them and hold employees accountable for those expectations Ability to train people in a one-on-one and team environment; as well as mentor others. Analytical approach to problem solving Proven ability to be adaptable with strong decision-making skills. Ability to perform complex queries and create specialty maps Familiar with data manipulation techniques which may include but not limited to shape files, spreadsheets, data reporting, etc.

Behavioral Attributes

Demonstrates all aspects of Our Values behaviors Demonstrates personal commitment to Safety Excellence Understands and embraces the value of diversity Self-directed with strong initiative Desire and ability for continued career growth and upward potential Advocate of GSS products, solutions, and processes Demonstrates proactive ownership by anticipating problems and implementing innovative solutions. Maintains exceptional relationships with area personnel as well as those within the GSS organization Ability to be a change agent for the organization.

Job Responsibilities

Responsible for data quality improvements in the Distribution area Provide support to Distribution Area personnel in the use of DistGIS, JETS, Express Sketch, Distview, and other mobile applications Provide leadership and work direction to GIS Technicians.  This includes, but is not limited to, performance management, coaching, goal settings, training, and employee development. Collaborator with GSS leadership on goals, processes, and procedures to ensure organizational efficiencies and effective  Provide application support to Distribution area personnel, providing one-on-one training and group training when necessary. Ensure all Distribution job postings are current, completed timely, and of the highest quality including performing random QA/Q checks. Coordinate priority data postings thru appropriate processes. Coordinate and ensure customer link issues are resolved accurately Ensure proper administration of the Corporate Data Security Policy Responsible for coordinating and granting access rights with GIS administrator. Support SERP (Storm Restoration) activities.