Gis Analyst

Geospatial (GIS) Analyst II

Job Description

This Geospatial (GIS) Analyst II role supports municipal and county clients by delivering high-quality GIS data management, mapping, database administration, and geospatial application support. You will combine traditional GIS responsibilities with the opportunity to grow into administering a proprietary, platform-based data management system. Working under general guidance, you will support a wide range of local government, utilities, and infrastructure projects while mentoring junior staff and contributing technical leadership in geospatial technologies.

Responsibilities

+ Create, edit, maintain, and perform QA/QC on GIS datasets using ArcGIS Pro and open-source GIS tools.

+ Support municipal and county clients with day-to-day GIS operations, mapping, and data management activities.

+ Manage and maintain geodatabases, large datasets, and GIS data publishing workflows.

+ Work with Geo Server, databases, and web-based GIS applications to support data access and visualization.

+ Assist with GPS and survey-related activities, including field data collection and data integration as needed.

+ Develop maps, reports, and data products to support infrastructure, utilities, and local government projects.

+ Provide technical support, training, and guidance to clients and internal users on GIS tools and workflows.

+ Learn and support the administration of a proprietary Bright Spot Platform for GIS-based data management.

+ Coordinate with project managers, developers, and clients to solve GIS and data management challenges.

+ Digitize data from various sources, including satellite imagery, aerial photography, hardcopy maps, and CAD files.

+ Work with coordinate projections to align imagery, CAD, and GIS data accurately.

+ Plan, capture, and post-process GPS data to meet project accuracy and standards requirements.

+ Develop geospatial databases, including designing schemas and implementing data standards.

+ Acquire geospatial data from clearinghouses and agencies such as USGS and FEMA, as well as commercial sources.

+ Plan, develop, document, and analyze geospatial databases to support planning, infrastructure, and operations.

+ Create high-quality cartographic products and maintain cartographic standards, templates, and symbology.

+ Provide detailed written documentation, including metadata, instructions, standards, and specifications in a clear, concise, and well-structured manner.

+ Mentor junior personnel and provide technical leadership in the use and application of geospatial technologies.

+ Lead a small team of 2-3 analysts and technicians when needed, ensuring quality and timely delivery of GIS products.

+ Represent the organization at user group meetings, professional functions, and on-site client engagements.

+ Coordinate with application developers to determine optimal configurations and solutions for GIS applications and data services.

+ Work independently when required, managing tasks and priorities to meet project goals.

+ Participate in professional geospatial associations and activities to stay current with industry trends and best practices.

+ Work within project and task budgets and schedules, ensuring deliverables meet quality and timeline expectations.

+ Understand and follow company quality management policies and procedures in all GIS work products.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Geospatial Sciences, Planning, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

+ At least 2 years of GIS experience, including internships or co-op roles.

+ Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro, including GIS data editing and map production.

+ Experience managing geodatabases, including domains, subtypes, feature datasets, and feature classes.

+ Advanced knowledge of GIS data and network topology and the ability to create and execute complex geospatial tasks.

+ Strong experience with Global Positioning Systems (GPS) and applicable GIS standards such as SDSFIE.

+ Exposure to databases, large datasets, and GIS data management workflows.

+ Demonstrated ability to create map layouts using advanced cartographic techniques.

+ Strong attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy and quality control.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear documentation and metadata.

+ Ability to work independently, take initiative, and solve problems with minimal supervision.

+ Ability to lead small teams and mentor junior personnel in geospatial technologies.

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Experience with Esri-based GIS environments and tools.

+ Experience working with CAD data in a GIS context.

+ Familiarity with GPS data collection, global positioning concepts, and related standards.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

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Experience with QGIS or other open-source GIS tools.

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Experience with Geo Server, PostGIS, SQL Server, or similar spatial database technologies.

+ Experience in municipal or county government, utilities, or infrastructure-related GIS projects.

+ Surveying, GPS, or field data…