At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.GIS Supervisor – Data ManagementSummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced GIS Supervisor to lead the data management side of our GIS team. This role requires a forward-thinking leader who can balance technical expertise with team development to maintain and improve the integrity of our geospatial data. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in ESRI software, Schneider Electric ArcFM software, and general utility design and construction processes.  The successful candidate will be responsible for the production enterprise GIS data used by staff and integrated systems across PGE.As the GIS Supervisor – Data Management, you will lead a dynamic team responsible for maintaining PGE's geospatial data. You will oversee a team of GIS analysts performing post-construction as-built documentation, GIS technicians handling specialized data maintenance and correction activities, and a contingent of contracted workforce executing a variety of mapping and QA/QC functions.Your leadership will focus on measuring and enhancing process performance and data quality metrics to ensure excellence. You'll collaborate strategically with cross-functional teams to advance business objectives, optimize geospatial data management processes, and enable operational efficiencies.Key Job Information Supervisor Geographical Information ServicesJob code: 7276Grade 8 Career Level: M1Supervisor, reports to GIS Manager<ul><li>Supervises the daily activities of business support, technicians and/or production teams.</li><li>Sets priorities for the team to ensure task completion; coordinates work activities with other supervisors and team leads.</li><li>Decisions are guided by policies, procedures and the local business plan; receives guidance and oversight from manager.</li><li>May perform the work supervised, also creates content for internal team activities as well as increasing geospatial awareness to the business.</li></ul>Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Geospatial Operations Management Supervises teams responsible for as-builting, data maintenance, and QA/QC activities; provides daily supervision of teams and prioritization of activities, ensuring that all relevant standards/procedures are followed. Responsible for leading a single major project or multiple moderate projects within team. Types include, but are not limited to, business systems or process improvement, department reorganizations and strategy implementation, training, feasibility studies, and pilots.</li><li>Data Quality and Performance Metrics  Develops, implements, and maintains comprehensive data quality metrics and service level agreements (SLAs) for geospatial data. Establishes clear performance indicators to measure data accuracy, completeness, and timeliness. Regularly monitors these metrics to identify trends and improvement opportunities. Creates dashboards and reports to communicate data quality status to stakeholders. Implements corrective actions when metrics fall below established thresholds and works with team members to continuously enhance data quality standards.</li><li>Strategy and Planning Coordinates with manager to implement strategy; monitors and manages production performance and other requests; responsible for intake and allocation of other requests. Gathers and documents business requirements for GIS solutions; creates project plans for GIS initiatives.</li><li>Process Improvement  Continually evaluates and recommends processes for efficiency, guiding and acting on direction from manager. Proactively identifies areas for process improvements. Drives engagement from other business stakeholders. Leads and/or facilitates business process improvement activities; assists managers and subject matter experts to identify, understand and improve or revise processes, practices and policies; assists managers in establishing process controls to measure baseline and post-improvement performance to monitor success of improvement initiatives.</li><li>Internal CollaborationDrives internal team collaboration; creates cross-functional opportunities; promotes and advocates for geospatial services throughout the organization; coordinates team activities with other impacted groups or systems.</li><li>Vendor Management  Responsible for tracking performance of contracted work, delegating as necessary, and working with manager on implementing vendor strategy and vision.  Responsible for contract renewals, purchase order creation, change orders, and receiving monthly invoices.</li><li>Research and Special Projects  Serves as an expert on related initiatives; develops best practices; consults with business unit leaders to ensure strategic alignment of program(s), understanding of dependencies and constraints, cost effectiveness and mitigation of negative operational and/or customer impacts of business initiatives and projects; works with project sponsor to develop objectives and scope; assists in or develops business case/justification</li><li>Financial Management Monitors and manages expenditures, ensuring that all financial targets are met, and examines any areas where budgets/expenditures vary from plan.</li><li>Establishes and monitors project budget, scope, quality, schedule and risks across the portfolio of projects and overall program completion that is on time and within budget. Negotiates necessary project changes with project managers and project sponsors. Maintains, adjusts and updates overall project and program plans as needed.</li><li>Resourcing  Implements resourcing decisions and planning for team; partners with HR in the definition of jobs, recruitment, evaluation and selection processes.</li><li>Professional DevelopmentMaintains knowledge of skill-development tools/resources; advises on required outcomes for learning or development from knowledge of available tools and organizational development needs; assists employees in creating development plans and monitors progress.</li></ul>Education/Experience/Certifications<ul><li>Education: Requires a bachelor’s degree in geography, computer science, engineering, business, or another related field or equivalent experience.</li><li>Experience: Require five or more years in geographical information systems. Electric utility experience preferred.<ul><li>Require extensive experience with ESRI software, including ArcGIS Desktop 10.8.x, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and related tools.</li><li>Prefer experience with Schneider Electric ArcFM and Designer software.</li><li>Prefer experience with Maximo as a work and asset management system.</li><li>Prefer proven track record in supervising GIS projects and teams.</li><li>Prefer strong understanding of spatial data analysis, data management, and geospatial technologies.</li><li>Require excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.</li><li>Require effective communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Require ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.</li></ul></li></ul>Driver’s license: RequiredCompetencies (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)Functional Competencies:<ul><li>Expert knowledge of systems used in department</li><li>Expert knowledge of geospatial principles and techniques</li><li>Intermediate knowledge of distribution system, operations, planning, and construction</li><li>Working knowledge of PGE’s policies, procedures, business strategy, customer service objectives, tariffs and regulations</li><li>Intermediate skills in resolving and addressing employee relations issues</li><li>Advanced skills in coaching, development and performance management</li><li>Intermediate knowledge of employment law</li></ul>General Competencies:<ul><li>Advanced analytical thinking skills</li><li>Intermediate business acumen</li><li>Advanced knowledge of business process interrelationships</li><li>Intermediate change leadership skills</li><li>Advanced customer focus skills</li><li>Advanced decision-making skills</li><li>Intermediate organization management skills</li><li>Intermediate organization and prioritization skills</li><li>Advanced problem-solving skills</li><li>Intermediate resource management skills</li><li>Advanced written and oral communication skills</li></ul>Leader Practices Drives Results • Plans and Aligns • Decision Quality • Drives Engagement • Courage Physical, Cognitive, and Schedule / Attendance Demands Cognitive Level: Substantial: Consistent use of logic or scientific thinking to define problems, collect information, establish facts and draw valid conclusions (for example, engineer, HR director, plant manager, etc.).<ul><li>Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks</li><li>Ability to follow accuracy standards</li><li>Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks</li><li>Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment</li><li>Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress</li><li>Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change</li><li>Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback</li><li>Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement</li><li>Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks</li><li>Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization</li><li>Demonstrates sound memory</li><li>Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks</li></ul>Schedule/Attendance:<ul><li>Ability to work long hours</li><li>Ability to work a variable schedule</li><li>Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather</li><li>Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance</li><li>Ability to work shift schedule</li><li>Ability to work on-call schedule</li></ul>Physical Capabilities:<ul><li>Driving/travel/commute - Daily within service territory: Frequently (at least once a week or more)</li><li>Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)</li></ul>Environment: <ul><li>Office</li></ul>#LI-SB1, #LI-Hybrid, #LI-OnsiteCompensation Range:$107,025.00 - $178,375.00Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. While we anticipate the selected candidate for this position will fall towards the middle or entry point of the compensation range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis.PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click <a href="https://portlandgeneral.com/hrcs5511">here</a>.Join us today and power your potential!Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.PGE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel connected, valued, and empowered to thrive. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Recruiter associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting <a href="mailto:talentacquisition@pgn.com">talentacquisition@pgn.com</a> or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process. To be considered for this position, please complete the following employment application by the posting close date.  Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed, job is open until filled.February 16, 2026

For generations, we&rsquo;ve been powering lives and we are committed to representing social, economic, and environmental progress. Energy is essential to everyday life and when disaster strikes, we&rsquo;re proud to spring into action to support our community. Whether it&rsquo;s powering our customers&rsquo; lives, fighting climate change, or responding in times of crisis, the stakes are high, but the work is incredibly rewarding. We&rsquo;re up for the challenge &ndash; are you? Not only are we dedicated to adapting to change, but we also create the positive progress we want to see in our communities. Our world and our industry are faced with new and exciting challenges driven by evolving technology, changing customer expectations and a shared desire for a cleaner energy future. Every day, we take new steps that get us closer to the energy transformation we want to see in Oregon. Why does this mission matter so much to the people who work at PGE? Because we live here, too.

GIS Supervisor - Data Management

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.GIS Supervisor – Data ManagementSummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced GIS Supervisor to lead the data management side of our GIS team. This role requires a forward-thinking leader who can balance technical expertise with team development to maintain and improve the integrity of our geospatial data. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in ESRI software, Schneider Electric ArcFM software, and general utility design and construction processes. &nbsp;The successful candidate will be responsible for the production enterprise GIS data used by staff and integrated systems across PGE.As the GIS Supervisor – Data Management, you will lead a dynamic team responsible for maintaining PGE's geospatial data. You will oversee a team of GIS analysts performing post-construction as-built documentation, GIS technicians handling specialized data maintenance and correction activities, and a contingent of contracted workforce executing a variety of mapping and QA/QC functions.Your leadership will focus on measuring and enhancing process performance and data quality metrics to ensure excellence. You'll collaborate strategically with cross-functional teams to advance business objectives, optimize geospatial data management processes, and enable operational efficiencies.Key Job Information&nbsp;Supervisor Geographical Information ServicesJob code: 7276Grade 8 Career Level: M1Supervisor, reports to GIS Manager<ul><li>Supervises the daily activities of business support, technicians and/or production teams.</li><li>Sets priorities for the team to ensure task completion; coordinates work activities with other supervisors and team leads.</li><li>Decisions are guided by policies, procedures and the local business plan; receives guidance and oversight from manager.</li><li>May perform the work supervised, also creates content for internal team activities as well as increasing geospatial awareness to the business.</li></ul>Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Geospatial Operations Management&nbsp;Supervises teams responsible for as-builting, data maintenance, and QA/QC activities; provides daily supervision of teams and prioritization of activities, ensuring that all relevant standards/procedures are followed. Responsible for leading a single major project or multiple moderate projects within team. Types include, but are not limited to, business systems or process improvement, department reorganizations and strategy implementation, training, feasibility studies, and pilots.</li><li>Data Quality and Performance Metrics &nbsp;Develops, implements, and maintains comprehensive data quality metrics and service level agreements (SLAs) for geospatial data. Establishes clear performance indicators to measure data accuracy, completeness, and timeliness. Regularly monitors these metrics to identify trends and improvement opportunities. Creates dashboards and reports to communicate data quality status to stakeholders. Implements corrective actions when metrics fall below established thresholds and works with team members to continuously enhance data quality standards.</li><li>Strategy and Planning Coordinates with manager to implement strategy; monitors and manages production performance and other requests; responsible for intake and allocation of other requests. Gathers and documents business requirements for GIS solutions; creates project plans for GIS initiatives.</li><li>Process Improvement &nbsp;Continually evaluates and recommends processes for efficiency, guiding and acting on direction from manager. Proactively identifies areas for process improvements. Drives engagement from other business stakeholders. Leads and/or facilitates business process improvement activities; assists managers and subject matter experts to identify, understand and improve or revise processes, practices and policies; assists managers in establishing process controls to measure baseline and post-improvement performance to monitor success of improvement initiatives.</li><li>Internal CollaborationDrives internal team collaboration; creates cross-functional opportunities; promotes and advocates for geospatial services throughout the organization; coordinates team activities with other impacted groups or systems.</li><li>Vendor Management &nbsp;Responsible for tracking performance of contracted work, delegating as necessary, and working with manager on implementing vendor strategy and vision.&nbsp; Responsible for contract renewals, purchase order creation, change orders, and receiving monthly invoices.</li><li>Research and Special Projects &nbsp;Serves as an expert on related initiatives; develops best practices; consults with business unit leaders to ensure strategic alignment of program(s), understanding of dependencies and constraints, cost effectiveness and mitigation of negative operational and/or customer impacts of business initiatives and projects; works with project sponsor to develop objectives and scope; assists in or develops business case/justification</li><li>Financial Management&nbsp;Monitors and manages expenditures, ensuring that all financial targets are met, and examines any areas where budgets/expenditures vary from plan.</li><li>Establishes and monitors project budget, scope, quality, schedule and risks across the portfolio of projects and overall program completion that is on time and within budget. Negotiates necessary project changes with project managers and project sponsors. Maintains, adjusts and updates overall project and program plans as needed.</li><li>Resourcing &nbsp;Implements resourcing decisions and planning for team; partners with HR in the definition of jobs, recruitment, evaluation and selection processes.</li><li>Professional DevelopmentMaintains knowledge of skill-development tools/resources; advises on required outcomes for learning or development from knowledge of available tools and organizational development needs; assists employees in creating development plans and monitors progress.</li></ul>Education/Experience/Certifications<ul><li>Education: Requires a bachelor’s degree in geography, computer science, engineering, business, or another related field or equivalent experience.</li><li>Experience: Require five or more years in geographical information systems. Electric utility experience preferred.<ul><li>Require extensive experience with ESRI software, including ArcGIS Desktop 10.8.x, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and related tools.</li><li>Prefer experience with Schneider Electric ArcFM and Designer software.</li><li>Prefer experience with Maximo as a work and asset management system.</li><li>Prefer proven track record in supervising GIS projects and teams.</li><li>Prefer strong understanding of spatial data analysis, data management, and geospatial technologies.</li><li>Require excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.</li><li>Require effective communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Require ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.</li></ul></li></ul>Driver’s license: RequiredCompetencies (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)Functional Competencies:<ul><li>Expert knowledge of systems used in department</li><li>Expert knowledge of geospatial principles and techniques</li><li>Intermediate knowledge of distribution system, operations, planning, and construction</li><li>Working knowledge of PGE’s policies, procedures, business strategy, customer service objectives, tariffs and regulations</li><li>Intermediate skills in resolving and addressing employee relations issues</li><li>Advanced skills in coaching, development and performance management</li><li>Intermediate knowledge of employment law</li></ul>General Competencies:<ul><li>Advanced analytical thinking skills</li><li>Intermediate business acumen</li><li>Advanced knowledge of business process interrelationships</li><li>Intermediate change leadership skills</li><li>Advanced customer focus skills</li><li>Advanced decision-making skills</li><li>Intermediate organization management skills</li><li>Intermediate organization and prioritization skills</li><li>Advanced problem-solving skills</li><li>Intermediate resource management skills</li><li>Advanced written and oral communication skills</li></ul>Leader Practices&nbsp;Drives Results • Plans and Aligns • Decision Quality • Drives Engagement • Courage&nbsp;Physical, Cognitive, and Schedule / Attendance Demands&nbsp;Cognitive Level: Substantial: Consistent use of logic or scientific thinking to define problems, collect information, establish facts and draw valid conclusions (for example, engineer, HR director, plant manager, etc.).<ul><li>Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks</li><li>Ability to follow accuracy standards</li><li>Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks</li><li>Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment</li><li>Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress</li><li>Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change</li><li>Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback</li><li>Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement</li><li>Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks</li><li>Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization</li><li>Demonstrates sound memory</li><li>Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks</li></ul>Schedule/Attendance:<ul><li>Ability to work long hours</li><li>Ability to work a variable schedule</li><li>Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather</li><li>Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance</li><li>Ability to work shift schedule</li><li>Ability to work on-call schedule</li></ul>Physical Capabilities:<ul><li>Driving/travel/commute - Daily within service territory: Frequently (at least once a week or more)</li><li>Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)</li></ul>Environment: <ul><li>Office</li></ul>#LI-SB1,&nbsp;#LI-Hybrid,&nbsp;#LI-OnsiteCompensation Range:$107,025.00 - $178,375.00Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. While we anticipate the selected candidate for this position will fall towards the middle or entry point of the compensation range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis.PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click <a href="https://portlandgeneral.com/hrcs5511">here</a>.Join us today and power your potential!Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.PGE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel connected, valued, and empowered to thrive. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Recruiter associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting <a href="mailto:talentacquisition@pgn.com">talentacquisition@pgn.com</a>&nbsp;or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process.&nbsp;To be considered for this position, please complete the following employment application by the posting close date. &nbsp;Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed, job is open until filled.February 16, 2026

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