GIS Analyst

Socket.dev; Gaithersburg (MD); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ASSYST is seeking a GIS Analyst – Data Maintenance & Application Support to support a client’s GIS program through GIS data maintenance, application support, and routine maintenance. The role emphasizes hands-on ArcGIS Pro and Esri ArcGIS applications, GIS data editing, QA/QC, geodatabases, and ArcGIS Enterprise or Online.

The position is based in Gaithersburg, MD with a hybrid work schedule. Excellent opportunity to contribute to public safety and spatial analysis projects within a supportive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• Esri coursework or certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Edit, maintain, update, and validate GIS datasets.
• Perform QA/QC on spatial and attribute data.
• Assist with GIS data cleanup, standardization, and documentation.
• Update web maps, feature services, and existing GIS applications.
• Assist with testing GIS applications after updates or config changes.
• Support routine GIS maintenance activities and special GIS projects.

Skills

ArcGIS Pro

GIS data editing

QA/QC

Geodatabases

ArcGIS Enterprise

ArcGIS Online

Spatial data

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in GIS/Geography/CS/IS

Esri coursework or certifications

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Esri ArcGIS applications

ArcGIS Enterprise

ArcGIS Online

Job description

ASSYST is seeking a GIS Analyst – Data Maintenance & Application Support to support a client’s GIS program through GIS data maintenance, application support, and routine GIS maintenance activities. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with ArcGIS Pro and Esri ArcGIS applications, GIS data editing and validation, QA/QC, geodatabases, and ArcGIS Enterprise or ArcGIS Online.

The position is based in Gaithersburg, MD and follows a hybrid work schedule.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Edit, maintain, update, and validate GIS datasets.
• Perform quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) on spatial and attribute data.
• Assist with GIS data cleanup, standardization, and documentation.
• Update web maps, feature services, and existing GIS applications.
• Assist with testing GIS applications following software updates or configuration changes.
• Support routine GIS maintenance activities and special GIS projects as assigned.
• Assist with GIS data preparation and map production.
• Perform spatial analysis to support public safety operations.
• Maintain accurate and timely GIS data updates.
• Document completed GIS work and procedures.
• Provide support for GIS application testing and ongoing maintenance.
• Ensure assigned GIS data meets required quality and accuracy standards.

Required Skills

• Hands-on experience using ArcGIS Pro and other Esri ArcGIS applications.
• Experience with GIS data editing and maintenance.
• Experience performing GIS data QA/QC.
• Understanding of geodatabases.
• Familiarity with ArcGIS Enterprise or ArcGIS Online.
• Strong understanding of spatial and attribute data.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to support GIS application testing, maintenance, and data-related projects.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Relevant Esri coursework or certifications are preferred.

ASSYST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.