GIS Governance Coordinator

Job Title: GIS Governance Coordinator
Work Type: Onsite
Location: Richmond, VA
Start Date: 07/20/2026
End Date: 06/30/2027
Industry Category: Information Technology / Government
Employment Type: 1099 Contract
Requisition ID: 805933

Overview

We are seeking an experienced GIS Governance Coordinator to establish, enhance, and manage enterprise GIS governance practices. This position is responsible for leading strategic governance initiatives focused on GIS inventory management, workforce role and skills standardization, data lifecycle governance, and enterprise-wide special projects. The ideal candidate will bring strong governance experience and a proven ability to improve organizational GIS data quality, consistency, and governance maturity across multiple business units.

Application

Applications will be reviewed as received.

Candidates must:

• Physically reside within the United States for the duration of the assignment.
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.
• Participate in both Web Cam and in-person interviews as part of the selection process.
• Provide a valid candidate email address at the time of submission.

Job Description

The GIS Governance Coordinator plays a critical role in advancing enterprise GIS governance initiatives and supporting VDOT Business Plan objectives through standardized governance practices and strategic collaboration. This position leads efforts to strengthen GIS governance frameworks, improve enterprise data management processes, coordinate cross-functional initiatives, and promote consistent, high-quality GIS data management throughout the organization. The successful candidate will collaborate with technical and business stakeholders, develop governance documentation, support strategic planning efforts, and present recommendations to leadership and governance committees.

Responsibilities

GIS Governance & Strategy

• Establish, implement, and continuously improve enterprise GIS governance practices.
• Lead initiatives involving GIS inventory management, governance frameworks, workforce role standardization, and skills development.
• Support enterprise GIS strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Advance GIS-related VDOT Business Plan objectives through governance leadership.

Data Governance & Process Management

• Promote governance practices supporting data stewardship, lifecycle management, metadata, and data quality.
• Develop and maintain governance documentation, standards, and supporting materials.
• Document workflows, governance processes, and operational procedures to improve consistency and efficiency.
• Support enterprise data management initiatives across GIS environments.

Project Coordination & Collaboration

• Coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure consistent adoption of GIS governance practices.
• Facilitate collaboration across departments to align governance initiatives with organizational objectives.
• Manage complex governance projects while monitoring progress, priorities, and deliverables.

Reporting & Communication

• Prepare reports, presentations, executive briefings, and governance committee materials.
• Present technical concepts and governance recommendations to both technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Conduct research and provide analytical recommendations supporting governance decisions.

Technical Support

• Support governance initiatives involving Esri technologies, enterprise geodatabases, and spatial data services.
• Contribute subject matter expertise related to enterprise GIS environments and data management best practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience with GIS principles, data management, and enterprise GIS environments.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience with data governance concepts including stewardship, lifecycle management, metadata, and data quality.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience managing complex projects, engaging stakeholders, and coordinating cross-functional teams.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in research, analytical thinking, workflow documentation, and process design.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience preparing governance documentation and communicating technical information to nontechnical audiences.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience working with Esri technologies, enterprise geodatabases, and spatial data services.
• Must physically reside within the United States for the duration of the assignment.
• Must participate in both Web Cam and in-person interviews.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting geospatial governance or enterprise data governance programs.
• Familiarity with transportation-related data domains.
• Experience developing workforce skill frameworks or technical competency models.

Compensation

This is a 1099 Contract role.

Pay Rate: $62 – $82 per hour

Schedule

• Start Date: 07/20/2026
• End Date: 06/30/2027
• Assignment Duration: Approximately 11 months
• Work Arrangement: Onsite

Work Location

• Richmond, VA
• This position is fully onsite.