GIS Analyst Master

Sylver Rain Consulting, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A government consulting firm in Washington, DC is seeking an experienced GIS Analyst. This role involves leveraging GIS technology to analyze and manage spatial data for the DC Government. The ideal candidate will manage geospatial datasets, create maps, and collaborate with departments to support decision-making processes. A Bachelor's degree in IT or a related field is required, and proficiency in Esri ArcGIS products is essential.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of GIS technology and applications.
• Experience in managing and analyzing geospatial datasets.
• Ability to collaborate with various departments and users.

Responsibilities

• Manage DC GIS Products and Services throughout the product lifecycle.
• Update and maintain metadata to support data standards.
• Coordinate with various projects that have geospatial components.

Skills

GIS technology usage

Spatial data analysis

Esri ArcGIS products

Technical consulting

Data quality management

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Job description

The DC Office of the Chief Technology Officer’s Enterprise Data division seeks an on-site GIS Analyst who can leverage geographic information system (GIS) technology to analyze, visualize, and manage spatial data to support decision-making within the DC Government. This role involves managing enterprise level geospatial datasets, producing map products, conducting spatial analyses, and configuring low code/no code web-based maps and applications for various projects across city agencies. The GIS Analyst collaborates with departments to meet data requirements, ensures data quality & accuracy, and utilizes platforms like Esri ArcGIS to create accessible maps, applications, and visualizations.

The candidate is expected to support the creation and maintain of geospatial datasets, provide spatial analysis, and configure static map production, and web-based geospatial production using Esri ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online suite of products including but not limited to Instant Apps, Dashboards, Experience Builder, Survey123, Story Maps, and Hub.

The position requires the candidate to work independently with customers to gather requirements, provide status updates and build relationships.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage DC GIS Products and Services (Data, Maps, Reports, and No Code/Low Code Applications) throughout Product Lifecycle (Creation, Implementation, Updates, Usage, Quality Management (QA/QC), and Archival)
• Update and Maintain Metadata to support Data Standards and the development of Generative AI Assistance.
• Create, update and integrate existing or new GIS data layers using a variety of software.
• Coordinate with other technicians and analysts in various projects that have a geospatial component.
• Provide technical expertise in support of District agencies, personnel, and users consumption of GIS products, services and data.
• Support Ad-Hoc requests from various DC Agencies to develop Geospatial Products and Supporting Documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Contract Job Description

1. Analyzes, designs, develops, implements, and supports enterprise complex projects.
2. Interfaces with other offices; consults with and inform user departments on system requirements; and resolves problems and operating difficulties for the current and future enhancements to District’s system.
3. Participates in problem resolution related to system design and implementation review.
4. Recommends approval of functional and technical design documents and implementation of systems, program enhancements and updates of applications.
5. Analyzes and evaluates system changes to determine feasibility, alternative solutions, and back-up procedures.
6. Works on the development of new systems, as well as upgrades and enhancements to existing systems; and ensures systems are in compliance with approved standards.
7. Develops complex programs and reports in database query language.

Minimum Education/Certification Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field or equivalent experience