Geographer

AZAD Technology Partners; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 61,992 - 73,012; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Co-paid Medical, Dental and Vision

Cafeteria Plan

Paid Sick Leave

401K Plan

Credit Union Membership

Referral Bonus

Job summary

AZAD Technology Partners is seeking a Geographer to deliver advanced GIS services, data capture, storage, and spatial analysis for diverse geographic projects. The role involves working with relational databases supporting archaeological and cultural data.

The position is a two-year plus consultant role with high potential for long-term employment. It is hybrid based in Portland, OR, with on-site work four days per week and an hourly pay rate of $45.00–$53.00, depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Geography or related field with strong emphasis on computer assisted spatial analysis.
• Experience in GIS support and providing professional GIS services using computerized data capture, storage, and analysis.
• Expertise in integrated GIS/GPS principles, data collection techniques, geodesy, and datum transformations.
• Ability to develop and modify geo-processing models and scripts, and to design complex spatial analyses.
• Proficiency with GIS mapping and analytics software (ArcGIS Suite) and related app development tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional GIS services for a wide range of geographical projects.
• Lead or train technicians in GIS analytical procedures.
• Develop, maintain, and modify geo-processing models and scripts.
• Design and implement complex spatial analyses and databases.
• Diagnose and resolve spatial data discrepancies and projection issues.
• Work with GPS data collection and ArcGIS integration.

Skills

GIS

Data capture

Spatial analysis

GPS

Leadership

Training

Python scripting

QA/QC

ArcGIS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geography or related field

Associate's degree in related field

Tools

ArcGIS Desktop

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

ArcGIS Spatial Analyst

ArcGIS Editor

ArcGIS API for Python

ArcGIS FieldMaps/Survey123/Collector

Microsoft Office (Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

SharePoint

Job description

Join AZAD Technology Partners as a Geographer and provide advanced, professional GIS (Geographic Information System) services utilizing computerized data capture , storage, and analysis techniques for visual displays, spatial analysis, and tabular reports on a wide variety of geographical projects. The position also develops and maintains other types of relational databases used to manage data for thousands of archaeological, historic, and traditional cultural sites affected by the facility's actions.

The position is a 2 year plus consultant position with high probability of long term and ongoing continued employment. The position is hybrid based in Portland, OR with on site 4 days per week. The hourly pay rate range for this position is between $45.00 and $53.00 depending on qualifications.

The ideal candidate must possess the minimum qualifications:

A Bachelor's degree in Geography, Cartography, Natural Resources, Landscape Architecture, and Environmental, Urban or Regional Planning, with a strong emphasis in computer assisted spatial analysis or a related field, is highly preferred.

6 years of experience is required with an applicable Bachelor's degree.

8 years of experience is required with an applicable Associate's degree,

10 years of experience is required without a degree or applicable degree.

Experience should be directly related to GIS Support and include providing professional GIS services utilizing computerized data capture, storage, and analysis.

Expertise in integrated GIS/GPS principles, systems and technologies , data collection techniques and expert understanding of geodesy and datum transformations.

Ability to develop, maintain and modify geo-processing models and/or scripts, design and maintain geographic and relational databases, design, and implement complex spatial analyses.

Ability to diagnose and resolve spatial data discrepancies, such as correcting datums, coordinating systems , and projections.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Proficiency with GIS mapping and analytics software , preferably ESRI products, such as ArcGIS platforms (ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Pro), extensions (such as ArcGIS Spatial Analyst and ArcGIS Editor), app development (such as ArcGIS StoryMaps and ArcGIS API for Python [or other scripting language]), and field data collection (such as ArcGIS FieldMaps, QuickCapture, Survey123, or Collector).

Ability to lead or train technicians or related staff in the conduct of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analytical procedures.

Ability to lead in the research and development of automated geospatial analytical approaches that best provide problem solving solutions.

Proven experience working with GPS technology including data collection, post-processing, integration with ArcGIS software, troubleshooting, and the ability to resolve technical GPS issues.

Knowledge of spatial data standards and QA/QC methodology.

Solid GIS data editing skills and knowledge.

Demonstrated ability to develop, maintain, and modify geo-processing models and scripts, design and maintain geographic and relational databases, design and implement complex geographic analyses.

Experience working with sensitive cultural resource site and survey data (or data with similar sensitivity) in GIS.

A valid Driver's License or RealId is required.

Preferred Skills:

GISP (Geographic Information Systems Professional) certification.

Knowledge and experience with building MS Access databases.

Basic knowledge of image processing, remote sensing, and LiDAR data mediums.

Intermediate knowledge with SharePoint functionality.

Working knowledge of Python or similar scripting language.

AZAD Technology Partners is looking for bright, talented, flexible, and customer centric problem solvers who enjoy the challenges associated with solving the most complex problems by utilizing the most sophisticated technologies and strong people skills.

Founded and managed by technologists and engineers, AZAD is a leading provider of Technology Consulting and Engineering Solutions to Fortune 500 and innovative high-tech firms since 1992.

AZAD's model provides a unique employment experience that is career path focused, relationship based and dedicated to advocacy and retention with an average tenure of 9 years.

EXCELLENT EMPLOYEE BENEFITS including

• Co-paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Cafeteria Plan
• Paid Sick Leave
• 401K Plan
• Credit Union Membership
• Referral Bonus

U.S. Citizens only for Federal Clearance Requirement.

AZAD Technology Partners values diversity - in backgrounds and in experiences. Since our inception, we have witnessed how our diverse workforce has thrived while contributing to the increases in innovation and advancements in the client organizations we serve.

AZAD Technology Partners is committed to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and is striving to build an even more diverse, inclusive team that reflects the people and communities where we live and work.

AZAD Technology Partners is an equal opportunity employer that considers and employs qualified individuals based upon job related qualifications regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, national origin, age or any other status protected under applicable local, state or federal law. AZAD Technology Partners takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified employees and applicants who are disabled, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Armed Forces services medal veterans, and other protected veterans.

AZAD Technology Partners is a Certified Minority Owned Business and OFCCP compliant.