GIS Specialist

RS&H, Inc.; Lake City (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RS&H, Inc. seeks a GIS Specialist to join the Fort Lauderdale team. This embedded role reports to the FDOT District Four office and focuses on developing and maintaining enterprise GIS databases, performing advanced spatial analyses, and supporting data-driven decisions.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in GIS or related field, 5 years GIS experience, and strong SQL/Python, plus ArcGIS Enterprise/Online experience. This is a full-time, in-person position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, or related field required.
• 5 years of progressive GIS/Geospatial experience.
• Proficient in SQL and Python.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online administration.
• Familiarity with ArcGIS desktop tools: ArcCatalog, ArcMap, ArcPro.
• Knowledge of multi-user environments and version management with ArcGIS.
• Ability to develop solutions using ArcGIS tools and apps.

Responsibilities

• Serve as GIS analyst programmer using current GIS tech; design, develop, and test GIS apps.
• Administer on-prem ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online for FDOT.
• Serve as the point of contact for various GIS projects.
• Maintain GIS applications, servers, layers, and feature classes for FDOT District Four.
• Attend requirement gathering and GIS coordination meetings.
• Define and execute project tasks.
• Complete other tasks as assigned by the FDOT Manager.

Skills

GIS experience

SQL

Python

English communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ArcGIS Enterprise

ArcGIS Online

ArcCatalog

ArcMap

ArcPro

ArcGIS Dashboards

ArcGIS Instant Apps

ArcGIS Experience Builder

ArcGIS StoryMaps

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

RS&H, Inc.

GIS Specialist

US-FL-Fort Lauderdale

Job ID: 2026-8258

# of Openings: 1

Category: Geospatial Consulting

Fort Lauderdale

Overview

Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nation's leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms, with associates who work hard every day to create tomorrow together. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to our unwavering commitment to our core values: integrity, accountability, curiosity, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

From managed toll lanes and long-range corridor plans, to complex segmental bridges, our teams are providing the highest quality infrastructure and facility solutions. Each day, we partner with transportation agencies and local governments across the country to keep our communities moving. By joining our team, you too can lead the evolution of transportation.

Qualifications

RS&H is currently seeking a GIS Specialist to join our team. This is an embedded position reporting to the FDOT D4 office 5 days per week.

The GIS Specialist / GIS Analyst is responsible for the full lifecycle of geospatial data and systems. This role includes developing and maintaining enterprise GIS databases, performing advanced spatial analysis, and administering GIS server environments. You will serve as a technical expert, providing guidance to other departments and ensuring the system supports data-driven decision-making across the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a GIS analyst programmer using current GIS technology and collaborate to design, develop, and test GIS applications.
• Assist the FDOT Program Services section with the administration and maintenance of on-premises ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online.
• Serve as the point of contact for various GIS projects/assignments.
• Assist the Program Services section with maintaining the GIS applications, servers, layers, and feature classes for all FDOT District Four offices.
• Attend requirement gathering and GIS coordination meetings.
• Define project tasks and execute on those tasks.
• Complete other tasks as assigned by the FDOT Manager.

To be successful in this role, you must:

• Possess a Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, or a related field required (Master's degree preferred), with 5 years of progressive GIS / Geospatial experience.
• Have proficient level of knowledge in SQL and Python.
• Have demonstrated written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to engage effectively with both technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
• Knowledge and experience with:
  • ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online Administration.
  • Esri desktop tools like ArcCatalog, ArcMap, ArcPro.
  • Multi-user environments and Version Management with ArcGIS.
  • Mapping and working with spatial data.
  • Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Adobe Acrobat or similar PDF Program.
• Ability to:
  • Work with existing ArcGIS databases, datasets and applications to develop an understanding of their use and integration capabilities.
  • Develop solutions to ArcGIS needs using a combination of tools including app builders (ArcGIS Instant Apps, ArcGIS Dashboards, ArcGIS StoryMaps, and ArcGIS Experience Builder).
  • Work with FDOT ArcGIS Users developers, etc. to understand data landscape and needs.
  • Write clear technical documentation to support data development work.
  • Collaborate with technical and nontechnical staff to understand client GIS needs.
• Preferred Certifications:
  • GISP (Certified GIS Professional).
  • Esri Technical Certifications (e.g. ArcGIS Desktop or Enterprise).

Work Schedule and Location:

• This is a full-time, in-person position based at FDOT District Four, Program Management Office, 3400 W Commercial Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309. The expected schedule is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The desired start date is immediate, and the position is anticipated to be long-term following a two-month trial period.
• Relocation is not provided for this position

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