Senior GIS Analyst

Summit Utilities; Little Rock (AR); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Utilities, a growing natural gas utility, seeks a Senior GIS Analyst to lead GIS systems and act as GIS Product Owner in a hybrid role based in Fort Smith or Little Rock, AR.

You will design, implement, and support the GIS platform, collaborate with operations, planning and engineering to meet business goals, translate needs into GIS requirements, and mentor users to raise the organization's GIS capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in GIS or a related field or an equivalent mix of education and experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing enterprise GIS systems.
• Hands-on experience with spatial databases (e.g., SQL, PostGIS) and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Arcade, ModelBuilder).
• Demonstrated success in leading and delivering complex GIS projects.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support all aspects of Summit's GIS platform, including web maps, mobile access for field personnel, web services, and core GIS infrastructure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (operations, planning, engineering) to align GIS solutions with business objectives.
• Translate business needs into clear GIS requirements and scalable solutions.
• Develop and implement customized geospatial processes and tools.
• Prepare reports, visualizations, and presentations to communicate GIS insights to internal and external stakeholders.
• Mentor GIS users and lead training sessions to enhance the organization's GIS capabilities.
• Enforce GIS standards and advocate for operational enhancements that improve performance and productivity.
• Research and recommend GIS-related hardware and software solutions; assist in budget planning and management.
• Act as the technical expert for all GIS tools, systems, and processes; stay current on GIS trends and technologies.
• Ensure the GIS environment supports drafting employees in performing their core job responsibilities.

Skills

Spatial analysis

Geoprocessing

Visualization

Analytical thinking

Client-facing communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in GIS or related field

Tools

Esri ArcGIS

SQL

PostGIS

Python

ModelBuilder

Arcade

Job description

Position Summary

Summit is a growing natural gas utility company providing safe, reliable and clean burning natural gas service to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri and Oklahoma. Being part of the Summit team means embracing excellence, diversity and innovation, committing to safety each and every day, and doing all that we can to serve each other, our customers and the communities where we live. We aim to bring warmth and energy to everything we do.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior GIS Analyst. This hybrid position may be based out of either our Fort Smith or Little Rock, Arkansas offices.

The Senior GIS Analyst is responsible for the strategic direction, design, implementation, and support of all GIS systems at Summit Utilities. This role acts as the GIS Product Owner, ensuring a continuous alignment of GIS capabilities with evolving business needs. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and brings a customer service-oriented mindset to support dynamic, high-performing teams.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support all aspects of Summits GIS platform, including web maps, mobile access for field personnel, web services, and core GIS infrastructure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (operations, planning, engineering) to align GIS solutions with business objectives.
• Translate business needs into clear GIS requirements and scalable solutions.
• Develop and implement customized geospatial processes and tools.
• Prepare reports, visualizations, and presentations to communicate GIS insights to internal and external stakeholders.
• Mentor GIS users and lead training sessions to enhance the organization's GIS capabilities.
• Enforce GIS standards and advocate for operational enhancements that improve performance and productivity.
• Research and recommend GIS-related hardware and software solutions; assist in budget planning and management.
• Act as the technical expert for all GIS tools, systems, and processes; remain current on GIS trends and technologies.
• Ensure the GIS environment supports drafting employees in performing their core job responsibilities.

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelors degree in GIS or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing enterprise GIS systems.
• Hands-on experience with spatial databases (e.g., SQL, PostGIS) and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Arcade, ModelBuilder).
• Demonstrated success in leading and delivering complex GIS projects.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Advanced knowledge of leading enterprise GIS platforms (e.g., Esri ArcGIS).

Experience with basic project management and client-facing communication.

Proficiency in spatial analysis, geoprocessing, and visualization techniques.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Strong interpersonal sk

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.