GIS Analyst

RiseMe; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer match and?

Paid parental leave

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and

Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)

Paid time off

Disability coverage

Employee wellness program

Job summary

Apex Engineering Group is seeking a GIS Analyst to support the GIS Coordinator on diverse projects across multiple ND/MN offices, including Fargo. The role focuses on data analysis, advanced map development, web GIS configuration, and ArcGIS automation.

You will work with CAD data and GPS collection, produce presentation maps, and help implement quality controls and workflow documentation. A growth path toward consulting services is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, CS, or GIS-related field.
• 3–5 years of experience with ESRI GIS software (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Survey123, Field Maps, Dashboards, Story Maps, Web App Builder/Experience Builder).
• Knowledge of GIS in land development, local government, public works, planning, municipal engineering, water resources, transportation.
• Relational databases and Esri languages (Arcade, Python, VB, JavaScript).
• Familiarity with CAD data and conversion to GIS; experience with high-accuracy GPS data collection.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license; regional travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare advanced detailed maps and GIS automation using GIS software with CAD knowledge (Civil 3D, MicroStation).
• Produce presentation-quality maps following cartographic design standards.
• Develop and manage quality control procedures and documentation.
• Acquire spatial data and integrate datasets into the GIS system.
• Maintain attention to detail while meeting deadlines and work effectively in a team.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Skills

GIS ESRI Suite

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

ArcGIS Dashboards

ArcGIS Story Maps

ArcGIS Web App Builder/Experience

Survey123

Field Maps

Cartographic design

Python

Arcade

JavaScript

CAD data familiarity

GPS data collection

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor of Science in Geography or GIS-related field

Tools

Civil 3D

MicroStation

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Survey123

Field Maps

ArcGIS Dashboards

ArcGIS Story Maps

Job description

Office Location: Any Apex Office (Fargo, Bismarck, Dickinson, Minot, ND or Detroit Lakes, St. Cloud, Minnetonka, MN)

Position Description

This position can be based in any of listed offices. Primary responsibilities include supporting the GIS Coordinator in expertise and services on a wide variety of GIS-related projects for both internal and external clients. This position will primarily be responsible for data analysis, advanced map development, configuration of web-based GIS solutions, and developing automation in the ArcGIS environment. This position will also have the potential for advancement to support internal and external consulting services.

Essential Tasks and Duties

• Prepare advanced detailed maps, data analysis and GIS automation using GIS software, with operational knowledge of CAD software including Civil 3D and MicroStation.
• Produce presentation quality maps using cartographic design standards for internal usage.
• Develop and manage quality control procedures and process documentation.
• Acquire spatial data and integrate the datasets into the organization's GIS.
• Maintains a high attention to detail on concurrent tasks, while meeting challenging deadlines.
• Ability to work within a team atmosphere.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Geography, Computer Science, or GIS-related field from an accredited college or university.
• 3-5 years experience of GIS ESRI suite of software, including: Use of GIS with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, configuration of ArcGIS Solutions, configuration and customization of Survey123, Field Maps, ArcGIS Dashboards, ArcGIS Story Maps, ArcGIS Web App Builder or ArcGIS Experience Builder.
• Knowledge of GIS as it relates to land development, local government, public works, planning, municipal engineering, water resources, environmental permitting, transportation and transportation planning.
• Working knowledge of relational database systems, and Esri programming languages (Arcade, Python, Visual Basic, JavaScript)
• Familiarity with CAD data and software and the conversion process to GIS.
• Experience with high-accuracy GPS data collection.
• Must possess a valid driver's license. Regional travel may be required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to operate a computer under normal ergonomic office conditions.
• Must work scheduled hours in the office or onsite for projects.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements described here are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks and duties.

Benefits

We're looking for experience, entrepreneurs and enthusiasm. Apex Engineering Group believes that every employee plays an important role in our company's success and that is why we strive to provide our employees with a benefits program that rewards them for their hard work and dedication they put forth everyday:

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

1. Performance-based bonuses
2. Health, dental, and vision insurance
3. Life insurance
4. 401(k) plan with employer match and profit-sharing contribution
5. Paid parental leave
6. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
7. Paid time off
8. Short- and long-term disability coverage
9. Employee wellness program

Hourly Base Pay Range

$28 - $38 (Actual base pay is dependent on several factors, including experience, education, licensure, job location, and internal equity.)

EOE/AA