Geographic Information System (GIS) Specialist

FRAME Technical Services, LLC; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package depending on position

Job summary

A technical services company seeks a qualified Geographic Information System (GIS) Specialist based in Richland, WA. This position requires a detail-oriented professional with at least 8 years of experience in GIS methodologies and ESRI technologies. Responsibilities include supporting feature identification, collecting GIS data using GPS, and creating maps with ESRI software. Effective communication skills are essential. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits depending on experience and education.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years' professional experience in a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of GIS principles and methodologies.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Expertise with ESRI ArcGIS technologies (ArcGIS Pro/Server) and QGIS.

Responsibilities

• Support identification and disposition of features identified through field walkdowns.
• Use GPS units to collect field GIS data.
• Create maps using ESRI ArcGIS software.
• Use Pix4Dmapper or similar software to process collected data and imagery and create maps and georeferenced products.
• Perform complex geospatial analysis to identify patterns, relationships, and trends in the data, producing reports.
• Interface with client, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to present spatial data.

Skills

GIS principles and methodologies

Effective communication skills

ESRI technologies (ArcGIS, ArcGIS Server)

Education

BS or MS in geography, environmental science, or computer science

Tools

ESRI ArcGIS software

Pix4Dmapper

QGIS

ArcObjects

Pix4Dmapper

Job description

FRAME Technical Services, LLC seeks a qualified Geographic Information System (GIS) Specialist for a position to be based in Richland, WA. The successful candidate will be a self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented individual who can work well on a team as well as independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support identification and disposition of features identified through field walkdowns or documentation review. Historical research as well as GIS spatial analysis and field verification.
• Use Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) units to collect field GIS data, navigate to features, and utilize offsets during field collection for inspections, projects, and assessments.
• Create maps using ESRI ArcGIS software (e.g., ArcGIS Pro) to be able to conduct tasks such as spatial analysis, imagery georectification, and create features (e.g., points, lines, and polygons) for use by various customers.
• Use photogrammetry (e.g., Pix4Dmapper or similarly approved) software to process collected data and imagery and create maps and other georeferenced products as needed.
• Perform complex geospatial analysis to identify patterns, relationships, and trends in the data, producing comprehensive reports based on findings.
• Process aerial imagery for use with GIS software including assisting with identifying, researching, and dispositioning unknown features observed in the field.
• Create and organize GPS data (e.g., features, geodatabases, and metadata).
• Work with engineers, surveyors, and other professionals to develop effective ways to present and analyze spatial data.
• Interface with personnel from client, customer, state and federal regulatory agencies, and stakeholder organizations.

Required Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of GIS principles and methodologies.
• BS or MS in geography, environmental science, computer science, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years’ professional experience in related discipline.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills; strong technical writing skills.
• Strong knowledge of ESRI technologies (ArcGIS, ArcGIS Server, QGIS, ArcObjects).

Desired Qualifications

• Prior Hanford Site or DOE/DoD experience.
• Familiarity with database programming languages such as SQL.

Other Information

• Salary package information – dependent on experience and education.
• Full benefits package may be offered depending on the position.

FRAME Technical Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We will provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all employees and job applicants. All decisions regarding recruiting, hiring, promotion, assignment, training, termination, and other terms and conditions of employment will be made regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. FRAME Technical Services, LLC hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.