GIS Analyst

Tetra Tech is adding GIS Analysts to our Federal Master Planning team based in Colorado Springs.

The GIS Analyst will be responsible for assisting in the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of GIS data, and will serve on our Federal Master Planning Team providing support and planning expertise for DoD and other Federal planning and asset management projects. Knowledge of ESRI software products is required. Duties include performing complex data analysis and creating maps, visualizations, and analyses for reports and presentations.

The candidate will also be familiar with common planning principles such as form‑based codes, traditional land use and zoning, and sustainable and resilient planning strategies.

• Curiosity and Exploration:
  We are perpetually curious, building on our expert understanding through continued education and progressive problem‑solving. We reject complacency and encourage explorative, collaborative thinking.
• Transparency and Trust:
  We prioritize transparent communication to create long‑lasting relationships, fostering a culture of trust and respect.
• Passion for Planning:
  We deeply believe in our collective potential to create meaningful impacts on the daily life of a community. The quality of our work is fueled by our passion for planning and owning our clients’ interests as if they were our own.

• Support the Federal Master Planning Team and leadership on complex planning studies, spatial data display, research, and preparation of plans on resiliency, sustainability, compatible land use, physical, social & economic issues, and provide GIS technical support to all planning team members.
• Create databases, maps, and graphs using GIS software and related equipment for distribution.
• Develop GIS projects consisting of vector, raster, and tabular data.
• Create, update, and query the database, applying knowledge of spatial feature representations.
• Define internal project schedules, graphic components, mapping/planning graphic elements, and writing assignments based on a Scope of Work.
• Design or assist in the design of page layouts, various charts/figures, brochures, posters, slide shows, and provide deliverables in a variety of media formats; graphic design skills are preferred.
• Follow standard operating procedures and design criteria established by the Department.
• Conduct research to locate and obtain existing databases.
• Gather, analyze, and integrate spatial data and determine how best the information can be displayed using GIS.
• Compile geographic data from a variety of sources, including field observation, satellite imagery, aerial photographs, and existing maps.
• Analyze spatial data for geographic statistics to incorporate into documents and reports.
• Use principles of cartography to manipulate map layouts and associated symbology characteristics while integrating correct coordinate systems, topography, data layers, north arrows, scale bars, and legends to create aesthetically pleasing map designs.
• Analyze geographic relationships among varying types of data.

• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline, knowledge, and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Candidates must be effective verbal and nonverbal communicators. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office software and experience with ArcGIS is required. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, specifically InDesign, is preferred. Desire to acquire AICP and/or GISP Certification (when professional experience minimums have been satisfied) is preferred but not required.

All candidates must be able to pass a security/background check and security clearance investigation.

• Knowledge of the philosophies, principles, practices & techniques of federal, urban, regional and/or facilities planning.
• Knowledge of principles,…