GIS Analyst III

TRC Companies, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and disabled

401k with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid sick/family/disability leave

Job summary

TRC Companies, Inc. is seeking a dynamic GIS Analyst in Houston, TX to provide technical GIS support to clients and TRC staff. The GIS Analyst must have a minimum of 5 years of experience applying GIS technology to answer questions and solve problems.

The GIS Analyst collaborates with project managers, clients, and GIS staff to ensure high-quality GIS support on all projects and stay current with GIS technology developments within TRC's team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Computer Science, or other related discipline.
• A minimum of 5 years GIS or related work experience.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills within a GIS team.

Responsibilities

• General geographic data creation, editing, and analysis.
• Develop and manage enterprise GIS databases, GIS webmaps, and GIS mobile apps.
• Production of figures for environmental reports.
• Query geographic data for information used in reports/proposals.
• Work with data from CAD platforms and other geospatial sources.
• Collaborate with TRC staff to improve project methodologies and deliverables.
• Think critically, see the big picture, and problem solve.

Skills

GIS experience

Geographic information systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Computer Science, or related discipline

Job description

About Us

TRC, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, TRC and WSP's 83,000 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you'll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects. At TRC, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level.

TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.

We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

Overview

TRC is seeking a dynamic, highly motivated GIS Analyst to provide technical support for clients and fellow TRC staff. The GIS Analyst must have a minimum of 5 years of experience applying GIS technology to answer questions and solve problems.

The GIS Analyst must have excellent communication and organizational skills to work as a member of a larger GIS team to complete project tasks. The GIS Analyst collaborates with project managers, clients, and GIS staff to ensure that quality and timely GIS support is provided on all projects. The GIS Analyst must keep abreast with current GIS technology will be responsible for discovering and implementing new technology with assistance from other members of the TRC GIS team.

Responsibilities

• General geographic data creation, editing, and analysis.
• Develop and manage enterprise GIS databases, GIS webmaps, and GIS mobile apps.
• Production of figures for a variety of environmental reports.
• Query geographic data for information to be used in reports/proposals.
• Work interactively with data from CAD platforms and other geospatial data sources.
• Collaborate with other TRC staff to improve project methodologies and deliverables.
• Think critically about tasks, see the big picture, and problem solve.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Computer Science, or other related discipline.
• A minimum of 5 years GIS or related work experience.

Required Core Competencies

Excellence & Innovation: Committed to sustaining and accelerating TRC’s reputation for quality. Demonstrates personal accountability for the quality of their work and embraces peer review for all external deliverables. Uses established systems/processes appropriately to ensure quality of ongoing work. Delivers excellent results in a timely manner. Where appropriate, develops new and innovative solutions that are actionable, value-adding, and contribute to driving profitable revenue growth. Is open to diverse suggestions/feedback and is committed to continuous improvement.

Planning & Decision Making: Sets appropriate priorities and effectively manages resource requirements (time, talent, budget, materials). Solves problems and makes sound and timely decisions based on analysis, experience, and good judgment. Makes decisions that support the success of others.

Leadership & Influence: Sets example of excellence, performance, efficiency, effectiveness, integrity and trust. Acts ethically and models the TRC Mission, Vision, and Core Values. Is perseverant and demonstrates strategic thinking and influence skills. Displays positive behavior that inspires and motivates others.

Required GIS Competencies

Data Entry/Conversion: Able to convert data from multiple sources and formats (CAD, GIS, GPS, text, etc.) to a common format or common schema. Able to enter data into a database successfully with minimal errors. This includes editing said data as needs arise.

Cartography and Graphic Design: Able to express graphically, usually through maps, the features within a GIS platform.

Basic GIS Analysis: Able to utilize GIS applications to examine the locations, attributes, and relationships of features in spatial data through overlay and other analytical techniques to address a question or gain useful knowledge.

Geodatabase Development & Design / Data Models: Able to utilize GIS applications to build a GIS, i.e. data mining, geodatabase design, data conversion, etc. Able to define datarequirementsneeded to support business processeswithin the scope of corresponding information systems in organizations.

Advanced GIS Analysis/Model Building/Visual Simulations: Able to utilize GIS applications to perform advanced spatial analysis or data conversion or manipulation. i.e. raster/surface manipulation, mosaic, modify and repurpose imagery for other software. Able to use applications and scripts to create automated geoprocessing workflows. Able to perform visual simulations, renderings, and visual impact analysis using industry standard applications.

Application of GIS/Problem Solving: Able to translate client needs to solutions using GIS technology. Able to identify the best tool for the job based on experience and knowledge of what is possible.

GPS Device/Applications: Able to configure and troubleshoot various GPS devices and mobile data collection applications.

Web Applications/Services: Able to create map services and interactive web applications.

Desired GIS Competencies

Programming and SQL Languages: Able to use multiple programming languages to create useful applications or tools for interacting with data within a GIS. Able to apply SQL programming language to communicate with and manipulate databases.

Benefits*: TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of:

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

*These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

Compensation: In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.

Other Compensation: Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company’s annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.

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Disclaimers

TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The complete job description and application are available on TRC's career site.

TRC accepts applications for this position on an ongoing, rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.

Salary Range

USD $35.00 - USD $38.00 /Hr.