Geospatial Analyst – II

Spatial Engineering, Inc.; Rincon (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Spatial Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Geospatial Analyst II based in Rincon, Georgia. The candidate will create geospatial products and lead teams utilizing advanced GIS technologies for planning and operations.

The ideal applicant has a solid background in GIS, a bachelor’s degree, and experience in coordinating geospatial projects. Responsibilities include data management, mentoring junior staff, and creating high-quality cartographic outputs, with the ability to meet project deadlines.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with GIS technologies.
• Ability to mentor junior personnel and lead a small team.
• Familiarity with national/federal data standards.

Responsibilities

• Create and edit geospatial data using multiple sources.
• Develop geospatial databases and maintain them.
• Mentor junior staff and lead a team of analysts.

Skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Computer skills

GIS knowledge

Python scripting

Detail-oriented

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Geography, Cartography, or related field

Master's Degree in a related field (preferred)

Tools

Esri ArcGIS (ArcPro)

PostgreSQL

Python

QGIS

GeoServer

GDAL

Job description

The Geospatial Analyst II (GA-II) works under the direction of the Project Manager receiving guidance in general terms. The GA-II may operate independently or lead a 2-3 person team to create products using multiple vector and raster data sources in multiple formats. The GA-II uses advanced knowledge of GIS/location based technologies to support planning, infrastructure, operations, environmental sustainability, and installation management. The GA-II creates, edits, and queries geospatial data; and is highly knowledgeable of data and network topology. The GA-II creates and executes complex geospatial tasks. The GA-II has advance knowledge of geodatabases including domains, subtypes, feature datasets and feature classes. The GA-II creates map layouts using advanced cartographic techniques. The GA-II is highly experienced with Global Positioning Systems (GPS) and applicable GIS standards (i.e. SDSFIE). The GA II mentors’ junior personnel, and providing technical leadership in the use and application of geospatial technologies. The GA II may represent the company and presents at user group meetings, other professional functions, and on site with clients.

• Digitizing data from various sources including satellite imagery, aerial photography, hardcopy, and CADD.
• Working with coordinate projections with imagery, CADD, and GIS data.
• Planning, capturing, and post-processing GPS data.
• Developing geospatial databases, including schemas and standards.
• Acquiring data from various sources including clearing houses, USGS, FEMA, etc.
• Acquiring data from commercial sources.
• Planning, developing, documenting, and analyzing geospatial databases.
• Coaching junior personnel and leading a team of analysts and technicians.
• Working independent if needed.
• Coordinating with application developers to determine configurations and best solutions.
• Creating high quality cartographic products; maintaining cartographic standards and templates.
• Providing detailed written documentation including metadata and other instructions, standards and specifications in a clear, concise and - well-structured manner.
• Participating in professional GIS associations and activities.
• Work within project/task budget and schedule.
• Understand and follow company quality management policies and procedures.

Education / Experience

• A Bachelor Degree in Geography, Cartography, Planning, Geographic Information Systems, Remote Sensing, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field, with five (5) years’ experience.
• OR a Master Degree in a related field with three (3) years of experience.

Required Skills

• Ability to organize and maintain geospatial data;
• Ability to work as part of a team to produce deliverables and solve problems;
• Exceptional computer skills including strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Advanced knowledge of Esri ArcGIS client software (ArcPro).
• Working knowledge in ESRI Enterprise suite of products: ArcGIS Server/Portal/ SDE, as well as ArcGIS Online.
• Working knowledge with RDBMS – PostgreSQL, Oracle or SQL Server.
• Working knowledge of Python scripting.
• Advanced understanding of coordinate projections and datums.
• Working knowledge of GPS planning, collection, and post-processing.
• Experience with raster imagery (TIFF, GeoTIFF, NITF, MrSID) projections and formats.
• Experience in Spatial Data Standards for Facilities, Infrastructure and Environment (SDSFIE), or another type of national / federal data standard.
• Detail Oriented.
• Ability to manage time and complete tasks within budget and schedule.
• Ability to communicate professionally in person, by phone, and via email.

Other Requirements

• This position does not have supervisory requirement but may require team leadership.
• Active clearance, or the ability to obtain a US Government Security Clearance, up to a Full Scope Polygraph and background investigation.
• Travel may be required.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job; the individual must be able to perform field GPS surveys in uneven terrain, wooded areas, and harsh weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear and sit. Close vision is required.

Preferred Skills

• Strong skills in the following: English both oral and written; effective presentation; interpersonal relationships; organization and follow through; analysis and critical reasoning.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects in a fast-paced environment with minimum supervision.
• Strong familiarity with Federal and State GIS standards.
• Understanding of geospatial applicability to specific business areas.
• Experience in utility survey and data collection/management.
• Experience utilizing Open Source GIS technologies:
  • QGIS
  • GeoServer
  • GDAL

Job Features

Job Category Geospatial Analyst