Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist

The Opportunity

Tetra Tech is looking for a full-time Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist to support a variety of projects in a dynamic consulting environment.

This position functions primarily as a GIS Specialist for the Duluth, GA or Chantilly, VA office, and will work with other GIS Specialists, data managers, and project managers across the company, providing support on various contracts and projects.

This position functions in a GIS Specialist capacity with appropriate supervision, performing moderate to middle GIS and data management tasks including geospatial and environmental data/database management, map/figure creation, data analysis and reporting, web-based mapping application development, mobile data collection setup and management, and workflow automation. Will work in a team setting to support Project Managers/stakeholders with map/graphic, database, and web-based mapping application development on environmental and disaster management planning projects for various local, State, and Federal clients.

Will interface with GIS Discipline Leads/Specialists, Project Managers, Field Personnel, and other Internal and External Clients.

Secondary functions may include occasional field work on projects/sites including assisting project managers and field staff with environmental sampling and assessment activities in support of environmental investigation and/or emergency response activities. Responsibilities may include supporting field staff with the collection, documentation, and management of soil, air, and water samples, operation of equipment used for field studies (not including machinery), interpretation of sample data, and assisting with the preparation of data summary reports.

Field work may require overnight travel and extensive work outdoors.

The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

• Assist project team with the preparation of map products, metadata, datasets, and electronic data collection tools for specific elements of Tetra Tech projects.
• Develop and/or modify deliverables based on red lines/rough sketches, marked-up copies and/or detailed verbal instructions.
• Compile, evaluate, modify, and analyze data to support preparation of web-based mapping applications, figures, tables, graphs, databases, and reports.
• Provide on-site and/or off-site GIS support for environmental sampling and emergency response activities.
• Attend internal and external client meetings.
• Research various websites and data stores for data mining applicable to each project.
• Establish and maintain required files to document data references, metadata, analytical methods, calculations, and rationale used in reaching conclusions.
• Perform additional tasks specific to an area of expertise or technology.
• Ensure that the deliverables and tasks that they work on are complete and follow Tetra Tech’s Quality Control program requirements.

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 60 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting‑edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.

Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting‑edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world‑class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Information Systems, Environmental Science, or closely related field.
• Preferred 5+ years demonstrated work experience performing GIS tasks.

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