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GIS Manager

Bellingham, WA, USA
The City of Bellingham is excited to announce an opportunity for an experienced GIS Manager to join our Information Technology Services Department. This position plays a vital role in shaping the City’s enterprise GIS program, a highly integrated system built on the Esri platform that supports operations across many departments.

As GIS Manager, you’ll be responsible for setting the vision for our enterprise GIS, leading a talented team of GIS professionals, and ensuring that data governance is a top priority. That means building and maintaining standards that ensure our geospatial data is accurate, consistent, secure, and reliable, so staff and leaders across the City can trust it for critical decision-making. You will also guide the integration of GIS with other core systems such as permitting, financials, document management, and work management, helping to make GIS a true cornerstone platform for City operations.

In this role, you’ll have the chance to combine strategic vision with hands-on leadership. You’ll oversee enterprise-level GIS projects, system enhancements, and software acquisitions while mentoring staff and coordinating citywide GIS efforts. Collaboration will be key, as you’ll work closely with other departments, vendors, and stakeholders to promote GIS as a business solution that improves services for our community.

We’re looking for someone who not only has deep technical expertise in GIS and data governance, but who also thrives in a leadership role—someone who can balance long-term planning with day-to-day execution. A bachelor’s degree in computer science, geography, information systems, or a related field is required (a master’s degree is preferred), along with at least four years of progressive GIS experience in an enterprise environment, two years of management or project leadership experience, and strong knowledge of database design, web services, and data integration. A GIS Professional (GISP) certification is strongly preferred.

Beyond the technical and leadership responsibilities, we think you’ll find Bellingham itself to be one of the best perks of the job. Nestled between the Salish Sea and the North Cascades, Bellingham is known for its stunning natural surroundings, vibrant downtown, and strong sense of community. Whether it’s skiing at Mt. Baker, kayaking on Bellingham Bay, hiking through hundreds of miles of trails, or enjoying the city’s thriving arts and culture scene, you’ll find no shortage of ways to balance work and life here.

The City of Bellingham offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative and supportive environment. If you’re ready to take the next step in your GIS career and lead with a focus on innovation, data governance, and community impact, we encourage you to apply.

Apply online here

City of Bellingham
210 Lottie Street
Bellingham, WA, 98225 USA