On-Site GIS Technician — 2-Year Contract (Maps & Spatial Data)

RCS Staffing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

RCS Staffing has an immediate need for a GIS Technician with offices in Manhattan, NY, Iselin, NJ, Freehold, NJ, or Morristown, NJ.

This is a full‑time, 2‑year contract, on‑site assignment with our client (with potential for conversion).

This position offers a competitive package including benefits, vacation and holidays.

Overview of YOUR role as a GIS Technician

In this role, you will utilize GIS software and Excel to support mapping and spatial data analysis needs. You will create, update, and manage geospatial data, collaborating with team members to deliver accurate and visually clear GIS drawings for a variety of projects.

Responsibilities

• Utilize GIS software to create, update, and manage geospatial data
• Support mapping and spatial data analysis needs for various projects
• Develop accurate and visually clear GIS drawings and maps
• Use Excel for data analysis, management, and reporting
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to understand project requirements
• Maintain and update spatial databases and geodatabases
• Perform quality control checks on GIS data and outputs
• Present GIS data clearly to stakeholders and team members
• Manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Meet project deadlines while maintaining high attention to detail

Qualifications

• Proficiency with any GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS, etc.)
• Strong Excel skills for data analysis and management
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills for collaborating with cross‑functional teams and presenting GIS data clearly
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently
• Organizational skills and ability to maintain accurate records

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced technical skills in GIS tools or programming
• A portfolio of GIS drawings (include with submittal)
• Experience supporting engineering, planning, or environmental projects
• Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Environmental Science, or related field
• Experience with spatial analysis and geoprocessing
• Familiarity with database management and SQL

About Our Client

Our client is a global engineering, management, and development firm. Their main objective is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything to do. Our client relentlessly focuses on excellence and digital innovation while transforming their client’s businesses and our communities.

RCS is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. RCS recruits, hires, and promotes for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, genetic information or age. All terms and conditions of employment such as compensation, benefits, work assignment, availability of facilities and privileges of employment are administered on the same basis of equality.