Supervising Geographic Information Systems Technician

Job Description

The Job

San Bernardino County is recruiting for a Supervising Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technician to supervise, coordinate, and direct the operations of a team of technicians utilizing the Esri GIS platform to create and maintain a wide variety of maps, data and geospatial information products. The incumbent will provide full-scope supervision to the team, directing project progress and reinforcing quality assurance; resolving personnel problems. In some departments, this position may provide managerial direction to the Lead GIS Technician (III).

A vacancy currently exists in the Assessor - Recorder - County Clerk's Office. The resulting eligible list may be used to fill vacancies throughout the County as they occur.

For more information, refer to the Supervising Geographic Information Systems Technician job description.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

To review job specific benefits refer to: Summary of Benefits and the Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) .

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must successfully pass a background check and a job-related physical exam, including a drug test, prior to employment.

Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required. Employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must meet ONE (1) of the Requirement Options in order to qualify.

REQUIREMENT OPTION 1 Experience: Three (3) years of full-time equivalent experience compiling and preparing a broad spectrum of geospatial data and data visualization products, which includes two (2) years utilizing Esri’s desktop (ArcMap or ArcGIS Pro) products and ArcGIS Online.
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Lead Experience: One (1) year as a project lead or supervisory experience overseeing the work of staff. ( Experience may be concurrent.) REQUIREMENT OPTION 2 Education: Thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units of completed coursework from an accredited** college or university in geographic information systems, GIScience, geography, cartography, drafting, and/or surveyin g - OR- certificate in GIS** from an accredited program. Transcripts and/or Certification MUST be attached to the application in order to qualify.
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Experience: Two (2) years of full-time equivalent experience compiling and preparing a broad spectrum of geospatial data and data visualization products, which includes experience utilizing Esri’s desktop (ArcMap or ArcGIS Pro) products and ArcGIS Online.
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Lead Experience: One (1) year as a project lead or supervisory experience overseeing the work of staff. ( Experience may be concurrent.)

**Qualifying degrees and coursework must be conferred by institutions accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Degrees earned outside the United States must be accompanied by an evaluation from a recognized credential evaluation service verifying U.S. equivalency.

Desired Qualifications

You might be a great fit for this position if you possess:

• Strong professional experience utilizing Esri’s GIS platform, especially desktop applications such as ArcMap and/or ArcGIS Pro and familiarity with ArcGIS Online and/or ArcGIS.
• Successful history of leading GIS technicians and seeing projects through to completion.
• Ability to direct multiple projects at once and pivot in changing environments.
• Professional experience working for or with a public agency in support of GIS projects for public agencies.

Selection Process

Examination Procedure:

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.

Application Procedure :

Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before 5:00 PM PT, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2026 . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):

San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation:

If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans' Preference:

Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy .

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process .

Supervisory Unit

San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

Please review the appropriate Summary of Benefits * for more information

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County’s Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Employee Benefits website for more detailed information.

*Retirement benefits subject to change.

Closing Date/Time: 10/2/2026 5:00 PM Pacific