GIS Analyst 3

Ampcus, Inc; Mechanicsville (VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of technology and business solutions, seeking a GIS Analyst 3 to support the Highway Maintenance Management Section in Mechanicsville, VA.

Hybrid work 3–4 days per week in-office, focusing on advanced GIS analysis, data management, and application development using ESRI technologies. The role requires 4–8 years in GIS, strong Python skills, and experience with ArcGIS Pro 3.x, ArcSDE, and ESRI Enterprise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Cartography, Computer Science, or related field with GIS experience.
• 4-8 years of experience in GIS and GIS application development.
• Minimum 5 years of experience designing, building, and delivering web applications.
• Experience developing web applications using ArcGIS API for JavaScript or other JavaScript mapping APIs.
• Strong proficiency in ESRI GIS software, including ArcGIS Pro 3.x or higher.
• Thorough knowledge of ArcSDE and ArcGIS Enterprise, including Server, Portal, Web Adaptors, and Data Stores.
• Experience developing complex analysis and mapping projects.
• Proficiency in Python.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, design, development, and debugging skills.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical computer users.
• Ability to work independently and develop GIS tools, applications, complex analyses, and multi-layered maps.
• Self-motivated with a strong technical background and ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced GIS analysis, complex spatial analysis, and mapping projects.
• Analyze, validate, maintain, and manage GIS data associated with various maintenance assets.
• Design, develop, maintain, and deliver GIS and web-based applications.
• Develop web applications using ArcGIS API for JavaScript or other JavaScript mapping APIs.
• Develop and maintain GIS tools and applications using ESRI technologies.
• Work with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcSDE, Server, Portal, Web Adaptors, and Data Stores.
• Develop multi-layered maps using appropriate GIS tools and programming environments.
• Support enterprise asset data management and spatial data management activities.
• Develop and maintain Linear Referencing Systems (LRS) and GIS applications.
• Perform data extraction, analysis, scripting, and database-related activities.
• Serve as a technical liaison between IT teams, asset management system administrators, and system users.
• Communicate technical information effectively to non-technical users, both verbally and in writing.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex GIS and application-related issues.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while following technical direction and project requirements.
• Coordinate technical activities and provide support for GIS-related maintenance initiatives.

Skills

GIS analysis

ArcGIS Pro 3.x

Python

ArcGIS API for JavaScript

Communication

Independent work

LRS

Data extraction & scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in GIS/related field

Tools

ArcGIS Enterprise

ArcGIS Server/Portal

Job description

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title: GIS Analyst 3

Location(s): Mechanicsville, VA (Hybrid: 3-4 days per week from the office)

Job Summary The GIS Analyst will support the Highway Maintenance Management Section by performing advanced GIS analysis, enterprise asset data management, GIS application development, and technical coordination. The role will involve analyzing, validating, and maintaining GIS data associated with maintenance assets, developing and maintaining GIS applications using ESRI technologies, and serving as a technical liaison between IT teams, asset management system administrators, and system users with varying levels of technical expertise.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced GIS analysis, complex spatial analysis, and mapping projects.
• Analyze, validate, maintain, and manage GIS data associated with various maintenance assets.
• Design, develop, maintain, and deliver GIS and web-based applications.
• Develop web applications using ArcGIS API for JavaScript or other JavaScript mapping APIs.
• Develop and maintain GIS tools and applications using ESRI technologies.
• Work with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcSDE, Server, Portal, Web Adaptors, and Data Stores.
• Develop multi-layered maps using appropriate GIS tools and programming environments.
• Support enterprise asset data management and spatial data management activities.
• Develop and maintain Linear Referencing Systems (LRS) and GIS applications.
• Perform data extraction, analysis, scripting, and database-related activities.
• Serve as a technical liaison between IT teams, asset management system administrators, and system users.
• Communicate technical information effectively to non-technical users, both verbally and in writing.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex GIS and application-related issues.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while following technical direction and project requirements.
• Coordinate technical activities and provide support for GIS-related maintenance initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Cartography, Computer Science, or a related field with GIS experience.
• 4-8 years of experience in GIS and GIS application development.
• Minimum 5 years of experience designing, building, and delivering web applications.
• Experience developing web applications using ArcGIS API for JavaScript or other JavaScript mapping APIs.
• Strong proficiency in ESRI GIS software, including ArcGIS Pro 3.x or higher.
• Thorough knowledge of ArcSDE and ArcGIS Enterprise, including Server, Portal, Web Adaptors, and Data Stores.
• Experience developing complex analysis and mapping projects.
• Proficiency in Python.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, design, development, and debugging skills.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical computer users.
• Ability to work independently and develop GIS tools, applications, complex analyses, and multi-layered maps.
• Self-motivated with a strong technical background and ability to work with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with data extraction, analysis, and scripting tools.
• Proficiency with Oracle SQL and PostgreSQL.
• Experience with Linear Referencing Systems (LRS).
• Working knowledge of ESRI Roads & Highways or similar systems.
• Experience working with enterprise asset management systems and datasets.
• Experience developing and maintaining LRS and GIS applications supporting spatial data management.
• Experience with reporting and analytics tools such as Power BI.

Work Arrangement

• Hybrid work model requiring 3-4 days per week in the office.
• In-state travel may occasionally be required.

Skills

• Experience in GIS and GIS application development. Required 6 Years
• Experience in ESRI GIS Software Suite(ArcGIS Pro 3.x and higher) Required 5 Years
• Must have the ability to communicate technical information to non-technical computer users, both orally and in writing. Required 5 Years
• Prior experience with LRS and working knowledge and experience with ESRI Roads & Highways or other similar systems is a plus Highly desired
• Develop and maintain linear referencing systems (LRS) and GIS applications to support spatial data management needs. Highly desired
• Experience and demonstrated proficiency in data extraction, analysis, and scripting tools, preferably Oracle SQL and PostgreSQL. Highly desired
• Experience developing web applications using ArcGIS API for JavaScript or other JavaScript mapping APIs Desired
• Experience in Reporting Tools such as Power BI is strongly desired. Nice to have

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.