Assistant GIS Specialist

International Erosion Control Association; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Pyramid Consulting, Inc. is assisting a client in the construction industry by seeking an Assistant GIS Specialist for a 12+ month contract in Akron, OH. This onsite role focuses on GIS analysis, data development, and mapping support for multiple projects.

The ideal candidate holds a GIS degree and is proficient with ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online, with Python scripting and data management skills. Excellent attention to detail and ability to work with teams are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or closely related field.
• GIS Professional (GISP) certification or ESRI technical certification preferred but not required.
• Master’s degree may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with GIS analysis, data development, data collection, and mapping for client projects.
• Assist with GIS metadata creation, digital feature extraction, land survey record searches, and ownership data research.
• Assist with coordinate system projections and geospatial data transformations for project deliverables.
• Assist in creating and updating GIS maps, map layers, and geospatial databases.
• Assist with georeferencing raster and vector datasets.
• Support ad-hoc analyses and provide recommendations to help achieve business goals.
• Assist with QA/QC of GIS deliverables to ensure client requirements.
• Utilize MS Teams, Excel, deeds, field notes and other docs to develop GIS maps.
• Regularly communicate project status with teams and clients.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and perform other duties.

Skills

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Esri products

ArcPy / Python

Microsoft Office

GIS data management

Cartography

Technical writing

Bachelor's degree in GIS

GISP or ESRI cert (preferred)

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in GIS or related field

GPA 3.0 strongly preferred

Master's degree may substitute for 1 year experience

Tools

N/A

Job description

Immediate need for a talented Assistant GIS Specialist. This is a 12+ Months Contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Akron, OH (Onsite).

Pay Range: $25 - $27/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with GIS analysis, data development, data collection, and mapping for client projects while supporting both internal and external project teams.
• Assist with GIS metadata creation, digital feature extraction, land survey record searches, and ownership data research from a variety of sources.
• Assist with coordinate system projections and geospatial data transformations for project deliverables.
• Assist in creating and updating GIS maps, map layers, and geospatial databases.
• Assist with georeferencing raster and vector datasets.
• Support ad-hoc analyses and provide recommendations to help achieve business goals related to quality, billability, and utilization.
• Assist with quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) of GIS deliverables to ensure compliance with client and project requirements.
• Utilize software applications and information from various sources (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Excel, deeds, field notes, and other project documentation) to develop GIS maps supporting field personnel and client deliverables.
• Regularly communicate project status with project teams and clients to support successful project execution.
• Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Key Requirements and Technology Experience:

• Skills- ArcGIS Pro
• ArcGIS Online (AGOL)
• Esri Enterprise and other Esri products
• ArcPy and basic Python scripting
• Microsoft Office Suite
• GIS data management and cartography
• Technical writing
• Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geography, Geomatics, Computer Science, or a closely related field.
• GIS Professional (GISP) certification or an ESRI technical certification is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work independently while demonstrating accuracy, reliability, sound judgment, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment with demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Basic proficiency with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online (AGOL), and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience is preferred.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 is strongly preferred.
• A master's degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of experience.

Our client is a leading Construction Industry and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions.

Pyramid Consulting, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.