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.

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.

• 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.
  Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America’s premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company’s promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia’s 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).
  Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .
  Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
  Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant’s qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
  Job Identification: 14014
  Job Category: Engineering
  Job Schedule: Full time
  Company: Georgia Power