GIS and Data Supervisor (Planning Supervisor)

Job Description:

GIS and Data Supervisor (Planning Supervisor)

Description

Full-time position available with the City Planning Department, Census Data Forecasting Branch Division located at 414 East 12th Street
Salary Range: $6,489-$9,734/month
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. *Telework schedule available 1 day a week after 6-month probationary period completed
Application Deadline Date: July 09, 2025


Responsibilities

The GIS & Data Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the analytical, technical, and strategic functions related to geographic information systems (GIS), data analytics, and reporting in support of City Planning and Development. This role provides leadership to analysts and technical staff, ensuring high standards in data management, GIS operations, forecasting, and interdepartmental collaboration. The Supervisor plays a critical role in developing and maintaining systems, policies, procedures, and data strategies that inform planning and decision-making across the department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervises analysts and GIS staff, assigning tasks, reviewing work for quality and accuracy, and ensuring professional development.
• Provides direction on data analysis projects, GIS initiatives, and reporting efforts to align with departmental and city-wide goals.
• Ensures adherence to standards and policies related to data governance, GIS protocols, and documentation practices.
• Provides expert guidance on spatial analysis, map production, and visualization tools, ensuring outputs are accurate, effective, and aligned with planning needs.
• Oversees the collection, analysis, and reporting of urban development data, including census data, development activity, and land use trends.
• Provides high-level analytical support for major planning projects and citywide initiatives.
• Acts as the department's liaison with internal departments and external agencies on matters related to GIS, data sharing, census coordination, and forecasting.
• Represents the city on regional forecasting and data analysis committees, ensuring local priorities are reflected.
• Develops and maintains internal procedures, workflows, and documentation to ensure consistency and efficiency in GIS and data operations.
• Encourages innovation by guiding staff to explore and implement emerging data technologies and methods.
• Provides subject matter expertise in communicating complex data and spatial trends to non-technical audiences.
  

Qualifications

REQUIRES an accredited Master's degree in Planning and 3 years responsible professional experience in city, regional, or urban planning work; OR an accredited Bachelor's degree and 5 years of professional experience in city, regional, or urban planning work including 2 years professional work in directing a program or section. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen as prescribed by the City.


Other Information

URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).

Salary:

$6,489-$9,734/month