Description
GIS Analyst
We are seeking a skilled Geographic Information Analyst to support spatial data development, maintenance, and advanced geospatial analysis. This role requires hands-on experience working with geodatabases in an editing environment, strong proficiency with Esri tools, and the ability to clearly document workflows and analytical results. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Create, edit, and maintain spatial data within enterprise and file geodatabases
- Perform data editing in a multi-user editing environment, ensuring data integrity and adherence to standards
Use Esri software (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online) to support mapping, analysis, and data management tasks - Perform advanced spatial analyses, including but not limited to geoprocessing, spatial modeling, and data validation
- Develop and maintain documentation for datasets, workflows, methodologies, and metadata
- Produce high-quality data, reports, and analytical outputs to support decision-making
- Collaborate with project managers, analysts, and subject matter experts to define requirements and deliver GIS solutions
- Support data quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) efforts
- Troubleshoot GIS data and workflow issues and recommend improvements
Skills that are essentially for success in this role
- Demonstrated experience working with both enterprise and file geodatabases
- Proven ability to work in an editing environment with versioned data
- Strong proficiency with Esri tools, especially ArcGIS Pro
- Experience performing advanced spatial analysis, geoprocessing, and automation
- Experience with programming or scripting languages such as Python
- Strong written communication skills, with the ability to clearly document technical work
- Attention to detail and a strong understanding of data standards and best practices
- Able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Able to learn new skills through formal training or independent initiative
- Able to exhibit professionalism in all aspects of duties and committed to high-quality output
Skills that are highly desirable
- Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online administration
- Familiarity with Python (ArcPy) or ModelBuilder for workflow automation
- Familiarity with GeoAI
- Experience working with spatial databases including SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB
- Knowledge of metadata standards and data governance practices
- Experience supporting cross-functional teams or large-scale GIS programs
Requirements
Required Experience
At least three years of direct experience and a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a scientific or technical field. Candidates with related experience and formal education in a non-technical field will also be considered as will non-degreed candidates with demonstrated significant, related competencies and work experience.
