Geospatial Data Administrator

Geospatial Data Administrator at NV5

NV5 is seeking a Geospatial Data Administrator with specific technical skills and expertise to provide support in data integration, workflow and IT system modernization through the use of various IT based solutions such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software, training, and application support for the management of natural resources on Indian lands, tribal and climate resilience grants, forest harvesting, wildland fire analysis, oil and gas management, and other economic analyses for the benefit of our collective stakeholders including Tribes.

This is accomplished by providing expert technical support in geospatial data technologies, data management, program and business analytics in support directly with its federal government client at the Federal Center in Lakewood, Colorado.

• Location:
  
  Federal Center in Lakewood, Colorado
• Travel required
• Candidates must be eligible for federal security clearance (DOI) and proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.

• Provide requirements, direction, and service desk support to GIS coordinators, specialists, and support staff working on Enterprise GIS databases or web mapping services.
• Develop Scripts to make Geospatial processes more efficient and to support stakeholder needs.
• Monitor and mitigate security vulnerabilities with portal, AWS and all geospatial systems.
• Establish spatial database design, business rules, and workflows that integrate with established tabular reporting business systems. (TAAMS – Trust Asset and Accounting Management System, land status).
• Manage and maintain Enterprise servers, databases, and services, esp. Microsoft operating systems, SQL Server, Access, System Center Operations Manager (SCOM).
• Administer geospatial data per established standards, such as the National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI) as specified by Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC) Circular No. A‑16, Coordination of Geographic Information and Related Spatial Data Activities, updated August 19, 2002, or later and other BOGS Federal Standards as required.
• Document user guidance, technical procedures, and service levels for existing and developed server architecture, geodatabases, enterprise GIS services, and related systems.
• Plan and perform operational administration of a secure central Geospatial Data Repository and delivery service for the management and distribution of all Federally Recognized Tribal trust land tract, ownership, boundary, related valuation support data, and base reference data for stakeholder programs and authorized entities.
• Supports the BIA’s mission by advancing enterprise GIS with respect to developing standards, integration, and interoperability.
• Data publication oversight and management will include ensuring the creation, update, and management of metadata to meet current DOI and FGDC standards that are coordinated with the department to meet both privacy and open data requirements for distribution and publication.

• Enterprise GIS platforms (ArcGIS Enterprise, web mapping services)
• Scripting languages (Python, possibly Power Shell for automation)
• Cloud services (AWS)
• Security tools for vulnerability monitoring
• Spatial databases and integration with tabular systems (TAAMS)
• Enterprise servers and databases:
  • Geospatial standards compliance (NSDI, FGDC)
  • Metadata management tools for DOI/FGDC standards

• Must have a minimum of two (2) years of application development experience
• Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, or related field

The pay range for this position in Colorado is $110,000‑$130,000 per year; however, base pay offered may be higher or lower depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience of the candidate. Restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided per the Colorado Equal Pay Act.

Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via the NV5 careers site. This role will remain open and posted on our website until filled.

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